What does renters insurance cover?

With ResidentShield, renters insurance coverage goes beyond just protecting your belongings. It helps safeguard your lifestyle, finances, and peace of mind. 

Our policies are designed to cover the essentials that matter most: your personal property, your
liability protection, and your living expenses when life throws the unexpected your way. 

Personal property coverage

Think about the things you use every day. If anything gets damaged, renters insurance personal property coverage helps ensure you don’t have to replace them on your own. 
What ResidentShield covers: 

Type of event/item

Coverage with ResidentShield

Fire

Yes

Wind

Yes, with $1,000 deductible

Lightning

Yes

Water damage

Yes (sewer – up to $5,000 resident personal property)

Flood

No

Earthquake

Only in California (not all insurers cover it)

Theft

Yes, with a $500 deductible (not when your car is stolen)

Bed bugs

Yes (not all insurers cover it)

Pet damage

Yes (up to $500 per occurrence)

Money, coins

Yes (up to $200)

Securities, manuscripts, or stamps

Yes (up to $1,500)

Silverware, goldware, and platinum-plated ware

Yes (up to $2,500)

Fine arts, antiques, and memorabilia

Yes (actual cash value)

Watercrafts, trailers

Yes (up to $1,500)

Aircrafts

No

Jewelry, watches, furs

Yes (up to $1,500)

Fashion accessories

No

Oriental rugs, tapestries

No

Computer hardware & software

No

Business property

Yes (up to $2,500)

Identity fraud

No

Electronic replacement

Full replacement value in case of accidents

*This is a general description of coverage for informational purposes only. Please check your actual policy for terms, conditions, exclusions, and limitations. 

Personal liability coverage

Accidents happen. And when they do, personal liability insurance for renters protects you financially. With ResidentShield, you’re protected for:

  • Up to $100,000 in personal liability claims (for injuries like slip-and-falls or accidental property damage).
  • Animal liability up to $10,000 (including dog bites).
  • Guest medical payments up to $1,000 per person, per accident (even if you’re not at fault).

Loss of use coverage

When your rental is damaged and you can’t live there, ResidentShield’s loss of use coverage helps you pay for extra living costs such as: 

  • Temporary housing or hotel stays.
  • Meals out if you can’t cook at home. 
  • Additional daily expenses until your place is livable again.

Added protection with ResidentShield:

  • Full replacement for electronics if damaged in a covered accident.  
  • Senior living discounts, up to 20% off.

Protect your belongings, peace of mind, and lifestyle with renters insurance that works for you.