Renters insurance in Virginia includes many of the same protections a home insurance policy does, minus the dwelling or structural coverage. The structure of the building a tenant inhabits legally belongs to the landlord, so it's covered by their landlord insurance. Renters aren't considered responsible for damage to the building's outer structure in most cases. So, renters insurance often just includes:
- Personal property coverage: Covers costs if your personal property gets stolen, lost, damaged, or destroyed by a listed peril like theft, fire, etc.
- Liability coverage: Covers lawsuit costs if you get sued by a third party, like a guest or delivery person, for claims of bodily injury or personal property damage.
- Additional living expenses: Covers extra costs if you must temporarily stay somewhere else, like a hotel, while your unit gets repaired for extensive covered damage, such as from a fire or lightning strike.
No matter where you live in Virginia, an independent insurance agent can help you find the coverage you need.