The Hanover Renters Insurance Review
The Hanover sells renters insurance through local agents, with a choice of three coverage packages.
The Hanover
Best for renters who want to work with an agent to get the right coverage.- Robust coverage packages.
- Far fewer consumer complaints than expected for a company of its size.
- Claims can be filed online, through the app or by phone.
- Not available in all states.
- No online quotes.
About Hanover renters insurance
The Hanover renters insurance earned 4.5 out of 5 stars for overall performance. The Hanover offers three different renters insurance packages, so policyholders can choose just the basics or upgrade to fuller coverage. The company shines when it comes to service, drawing far fewer consumer complaints than expected for an insurer of its size. Based in Massachusetts, The Hanover sells policies in 20 states.
The Hanover is among NerdWallet’s Best Renters Insurance Companies.
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Where The Hanover stands out
Flexible coverage. Between its packages and a la carte options, The Hanover has coverage that will suit most renters.
Consumer complaints. Aside from its poorly rated app, The Hanover draws very few consumer complaints for a company of its size, suggesting that most policyholders are satisfied with their coverage.
Where The Hanover falls short
Availability. The Hanover’s renters insurance policies are unavailable in more than half of the U.S.
No online quotes. You can’t get a quick quote online but instead will have to speak with an agent.
State availability
The Hanover sells personal insurance policies in 20 states.
Availability may change at any time. Coverage may not be available to all renters in a given state.
» MORE: The cheapest renters insurance
The Hanover renters insurance coverage
Landlords sometimes require tenants to purchase a policy with a minimum amount of renters liability insurance, but otherwise, the coverage you choose is generally up to you. Below are the four types of coverage included in most standard renters policies:
Type of coverage | What it does |
|---|---|
Covers your clothing, furniture, electronics and other belongings. | |
Pays for hotel stays, restaurant meals or other expenses if you have to live elsewhere while your home undergoes covered repairs. | |
Pays out if you're responsible for injuries to other people or damage to their property. | |
Covers injuries to other people in your home, regardless of fault. |
For more details, see What Does Renters Insurance Cover?
The Hanover offers three renters insurance packages:
Basic. The basic policy includes all the standard coverage listed above, plus coverage for any alterations your landlord lets you make to your home.
Select. Upgrade to the select package, and you’ll get additional coverage for identity fraud, lock replacement and refrigerated foods lost in a power outage. Plus, The Hanover will cover your personal belongings on a replacement cost basis rather than actual cash value. That means if your belongings are stolen or destroyed, The Hanover will pay enough for you to buy brand-new replacements. With actual cash value coverage, you’d be paid only what the items were worth at the time of the claim — which might not be much for older items.
Select Plus. This package includes all of the above plus up to $10,000 for damage if water backs up into your home from a sewer, drain or sump pump overflow. You’ll also get expanded coverage for your belongings. For instance, if you lose a piece of jewelry or break something fragile, The Hanover would cover those items. This package also includes broader liability coverage against lawsuits and waives your deductible if you lose more than 50% of your personal property limit in a covered claim.
The Hanover also offers individual add-ons for collectibles, home-based businesses and higher water backup limits.
Discounts
Depending on where you live, The Hanover may offer discounts for:
Bundling renters and auto insurance.
Having approved safety or security devices in your home.
Getting a renters insurance quote a certain amount of time before you want the policy to start.
Consumer complaints
The Hanover received far fewer than the expected number of home insurance complaints to state regulators relative to its size, according to three years’ worth of data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. (NAIC home insurance complaints also cover other home policy types, including mobile home, renters and condo insurance.)
Consumer experience
Website: Although you can’t get quotes or buy renters insurance on The Hanover’s website, you can use it to manage an existing policy. Log in to pay bills, file claims and see policy information.
App: You can use The Hanover’s app to view policy details, file and track claims, pay bills and contact your agent. However, the app doesn't have high ratings in the App Store or on Google Play, with many users reporting technical glitches.
Claims: You can submit a claim on The Hanover’s website, through the app or by calling 800-628-0250. Claims tracking is available through your online portal, as well as the app.
Customer service: Call 800-922-8427 or contact your local agent for support.
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Frequently asked questions
What other types of insurance does The Hanover offer?
What other types of insurance does The Hanover offer?
The Hanover sells homeowners, watercraft, umbrella, business and auto insurance, among other policies. Learn more with our Hanover auto insurance review.
How can I get a renters quote?
How can I get a renters quote?
To get a quote, you must contact a local agent. You can find one on The Hanover’s website.
Does The Hanover have dog breed restrictions on its renters policies?
Does The Hanover have dog breed restrictions on its renters policies?
Yes. Depending on where you live, The Hanover may restrict coverage for certain breeds. See what you need to know about dog liability insurance.
Renters insurance star ratings methodology
NerdWallet’s renters insurance ratings reward companies for customer-first features and practices. Ratings are based on weighted averages of scores in several categories, including financial strength, consumer complaints, coverage options, discounts and online experience. These ratings are a guide, but we encourage you to shop around and compare several insurance quotes to find the best rate for you. NerdWallet does not receive compensation for any reviews. Read our full renters insurance rating methodology.
Insurer complaints methodology
NerdWallet examined complaints received by state insurance regulators and reported to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in 2021-2023. To assess how insurers compare to one another, the NAIC calculates a complaint index each year for each subsidiary, measuring its share of total complaints relative to its size, or share of total premiums in the industry. To evaluate a company’s complaint history, NerdWallet calculated a similar index for each insurer, weighted by market shares of each subsidiary, over the three-year period. NerdWallet conducts its data analysis and reaches conclusions independently and without the endorsement of the NAIC. Ratios are determined separately for auto, home (including renters and condo) and life insurance.
