A property’s replacement value cannot be determined by an estate agent. Only a qualified and experienced professional valuer can determine the value at which your property must be insured to ensure sufficient cover.

Insurance is often considered a grudge purchase. That is, until it is time to lodge a claim. The same can be said of a legally prescribed valuation for sectional title schemes. Bodies corporate only appreciate its value when their claim is paid out in full without any insurer dispute. In addition, a building valuation is expected to be prudently done but low-priced.