Our Beginnings
Contractors Preferred Insurance Services officially started in 2020, but in reality, it started in 2004 when owner Eli Gillespie learned how to insure contractors. It was the beginning of the real estate bubble and home improvement, home remodels, and new construction were all on the rise. The economy was building and lots of businesses were looking for insurance. As a new commercial agent, Eli noticed that he got more calls from contractors than other types of businesses and because he wanted to do a good job and hates to lose, he learned the unique insurance needs of contractors so he could handle their insurance.
The word got out that Eli could help contractors with their insurance needs and over time, contractors became the single largest commercial industry that Gillespie Insurance Services, Contractors Preferred’s parent company, insured. Having this ability to specialize in insurance for contractors, creating a separate division within Gillespie Insurance Services that focuses contractors, seemed like a natural thing to do. So we did it!
Why do business with Contractors Preferred Insurance Services?
Unlike a captive, or direct insurance company who only offers their own proprietary products, our agency is 100% independent of any one company. Many insurance consumers don’t fully understand just how important that really is.
When it comes to something as important as insurance, it’s imperative that you work with an agency who has an in-depth knowledge of multiple insurance products, companies, and guidelines — not just one.
At the end of the day, what separates one agent from another, is their ability to proactively service their policy holders, and their knowledge of the insurance industry, products, and different situations that may present themselves to their clients.
Independent Agent Vs. The Rest
Here is a quick comparison of the differences between an independent agency like us, and the various other types of companies that are out there:
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