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Evan W

1 reviews | Active since Mar 2023

14 Mar 2023, 10:53

Really disappointed with the communication, the reason for my rejected claim and the length in which this claim was dealt with. A month for an IPad claim is unreasonable

From me raving about King Price to absolutely disliking the company all in the space of 6 months. My first experience was a pleasant one but this time round I'm shocked. Loadshedding damaged of my appliances last year and with no hesitation it was sorted out almost immediately. This time round my IPad fell victim to Eskom bad management. I submit my claim and almost instantly get rejected. They say my IPad isn't covered. They say it shows the battery charging icon when plugged in but I checked the device before it was collect more than once. The IPad was plugged in to charge when loadshedding occurred and I forgot to unplug it. When the electricity came back on the device died. It had 20% life on it when I plugged it in. After I checked it, it did nothing. How is King Price finding battery power, charging it or even getting it to turn on?

They replaced my MacBook for the same damage so how is this different? Also the correspondence for this claim has been a one sided affair as they just went quiet after they rejected my claim. I've emailed, requested call backs but nothing. Only after resorting to Twitter did they start contacting me.

A new broom sweeps well and in this case I don't disagree. I'll be seeking coverage elsewhere

King Price don't be dishonest! Be the solution, not part of the problem!

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Replies (4)
King Price Insurance
King Price Insurance's reply14 Mar 2023, 12:39
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Good day Evan

We are truly sorry to hear you feel this way.

We note the Your Council team has already formally responded to you regarding your dispute. The letter clearly notes the process to follow should you further wish to dispute the matter further.
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Evan W's update14 Mar 2023, 14:06
Reviewer Update
The process was followed. The outcome is is the part that's questionable. Long story short, my IPad died due to loadshedding, I checked it numerous times along with my brother who works for Apple. The claim was submitted, it was rejected due to it not being covered (specified), the 3rd party vendor apparently got it to display the battery icon on the screen which meant the battery was flat and needed charging. When I plugged it in to charge before it died due to loadshedding it was on 20%. Now King Price is telling me the battery is faulty, the charging port is fine and yet it was working perfectly before Eskom damaged it. Choose a lie and stick to it. I want my IPad back in the good condition it was given in. I'm searching for an alternate insurance broker.

I'll rather have my IPad fixed out of my pocket than deal with your underhanded company. Also if it's displaying the battery icon meaning it needs to be charged then my IPad is working. I should then get this exact same thing when I plug my charger into it. I await the return of my property
King Price Insurance
King Price Insurance's reply14 Mar 2023, 14:34
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Your message has been sent to claims.
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King Price Insurance's reply15 Mar 2023, 08:34
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 We note the Your Council team has already formally responded to you regarding your dispute. The letter clearly notes the process to follow should you further wish to dispute the matter further.