Moving Truck and Van Rental Insurance Options

Handy Rentals offers comprehensive moving vehicle rental insurance that ensures peace of mind if anything unfortunate happens.

Handy Insurance Options

Unfortunately, we cannot predict when or if accidents will occur. This is why we give you the option to choose the level of risk for your moving truck or van rental insurance excess. So, whether you clip another vehicle when parking, crack a windscreen on the open road or get a little bit too close to the wall, we have an option to ensure you are covered.

All our hires come with basic coverage should any damage occur with a standard excess of $3000. You can choose to protect yourself further by choosing either No Worries, or Take a Chance for extra peace of mind

No Worries

Total Protection
ZERO excess and the only option that includes overhead damage.

Complete Coverage

Coverage for ANY accidental damage to the Handy Rentals Vehicle and third party (including collision with an overhead object).

Less Stress

More Protection
$500 excess for most accidental damage.

Better Coverage

Coverage for ANY accidental damage to the Handy Rentals Vehicle and third party (excluding collision with an overhead object).

At Your Own Risk

Standard excess of $3000

This cover is included with all hires unless you fail to abide by our terms & conditions. The full excess amount of $3000 will be charged on return for any damage caused to our vehicle or a third party irrespective of fault.

Fill Up The Booking Form

Fill up the form and select your pickup and return location, date and time.

Select Your Vehicle

Take a look at our great range of vehicles and book in your vehicle now before its too late.

Select Insurance Options

Select insurance based on your needs. Each insurance option is unique, giving you complete control of your move.

Frequently asked questions

What are the excess reduction options

1. LESS STRESS-Reduce excess to $500 with Zero windscreen liability (MOST POPULAR OPTION) @ $35.00 Per Day $35.00
2. NO WORRIES– Reduce excess to Zero @ $60.00 Per Day $60.00
4. AT YOUR OWN RISK– Standard Excess of $3000 $0.00

What does it cover and do I need it?

It reduces the excess from $3000 to a certain amount, should any damage occur full excess will be charged. The following table shows the coverage of different options which cover all types of vehicles.

Do I need the excess reductions to secure my booking?

No, every hire has basic coverage, however, for peace of mind it is highly recommended that you reduce the excess.

Does it cover single vehicle accident?

Yes it does cover a single vehicle accident as long as you are not doing anything illegal or been prosecuted by the police.

Does the excess reduction cover my stuff if it were stolen or damaged?

Unfortunately, we cannot take any responsibility for your cargo that is up to you to insure separately.

Which options do you recommend on excess reduction?

We strongly recommend all our customers take NO WORRIES excess reduction for peace of mind moving. This way you pass the risk on to us.

I am under 25 years old, can I take any excess reduction?

Unfortunately, we do not offer the excess reduction options for drivers under 25 years old.

Should I take photos before I take the vehicle out?

You’re welcome to take photos if you choose. We take photos of the vehicle and email them to our customers before every hire so we are all on the same page

How do I know the vehicle is reliable for the job?

We send our vehicles for a COF every six months and service them at the recommended service intervals. All the measurements we are taking is to ensure the vehicles are in good condition.

If it is a mechanical issue, how do I know who is liable for that?

Most mechanical issues are our responsibility. We use independent workshops to run tests to ascertain if renter negligence was an issue.

Am I covered if I put the wrong fuel in the vehicle?

Unfortunately, this isn’t classed as an accident and standard excess will apply.

Handy Rentals – Helping New Zealand Move Since 1989!

Thousands of Kiwis have been driving Handy Rentals for over 30 years. We believe good old fashioned service with good quality, clean and tidy vehicles keeps our customers coming back year after year. In fact, 100% of our customers independently surveyed rate us as either excellent or outstanding, a fact we’re pretty chuffed about.