If you’re looking to buy auto insurance, choosing the right Buckhannon insurance agent takes more work than just randomly choosing from the yellow pages. There is a good chance you’re wanting a competent insurance agent, but you also want great rates as well.
With companies like Allstate, Farmers and State Farm as well as independent agents all competing for business in Buckhannon, it can be hard to know which insurance agent will give you the lowest rates and best service. Fortunately, it’s easy to use online quotes in order to build a list of insurance agents from which to choose.
Car Insurance through a local Buckhannon agent
Licensed agents can point out coverage gaps and give you someone to call. One of the best bonuses of getting online price quotes is you may find the best rates and still choose a local agent. And supporting local agencies is important especially in Buckhannon.
For easy comparison, once you complete this quick form, your insurance data is instantly submitted to local insurance agents who will battle for your insurance coverage. You never need to leave your house because quoted prices will be sent straight to your inbox. Now that’s easy! You’ll get the best rates and an insurance agent to talk to.
The following are Buckhannon insurance agencies that can give you price quotes.
Cookman Insurance Group – 89 S Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV 26201 – (304) 472-7000
Stark Insurance Svc LLC – 41 W Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201 – (304) 472-0483
State Farm Insurance – Route 20 S, Buckhannon, WV 26201 – (304) 472-5390
Brian Taylor Agency – 117 S Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV 26201 – (304) 472-0223
Selecting an insurance agency needs to be determined by more than just the bottom line cost. Ask your prospective agent these questions:
- Is their price quote a firm figure or are their hidden costs?
- How much will you save each year by using a higher deductible?
- Are there any discounts that you might be missing?
- Do they regularly work with personal auto policies?
- Does the agent have professional designations like CIC, CPCU or AIC?
- Will vehicle repairs be made with aftermarket parts or OEM replacement parts?
- Is the agency involved in supporting local community causes?
- What is the agency’s Better Business Bureau rating?
After receiving positive responses to all your questions and an affordable coverage quote, most likely you have located an insurance agency that can properly insure your vehicles.
Don’t forget about online-only companies
Insurance agencies can be invaluable at times, but West Virginia car insurance can also be bought from companies direct over the internet. Some car insurance companies, such as State Farm, Allstate and Farmers, that are more known for using agents, also give you the option to buy direct on their websites, and that is helpful if you want to do it yourself.
If you’re uncomfortable with not getting proper coverage when buying car insurance direct, don’t be too concerned. Online companies all provide contact methods to help you decide which coverages are appropriate. Additionally, most companies also offer online help and live chat so buying online is not difficult.
Do online companies provide lower prices? Many people swear by it, but it’s difficult to answer since there are many things which can adversely affect your policy premium. It would make sense to think that buying car insurance online lowers rates due to not having any agent compensation. In many cases, there are very high advertising costs and that impacts the rates consumers pay.
Learn more about auto insurance in West Virginia
Much more information about auto insurance in West Virginia is available on the website for the West Virginia Insurance Commission found here. West Virginia consumers can read industry bulletins, find a variety of consumer forms, and find out industry alerts.
A little work can save a LOT of money
Budget-conscious auto insurance is attainable both online and with local Buckhannon insurance agents, so compare prices from both to have the best chance of lowering rates. Some insurance providers do not offer online quoting and these regional insurance providers work with independent agents.
Consumers change insurance companies for a variety of reasons including policy non-renewal, unfair underwriting practices, not issuing a premium refund and lack of trust in their agent. Regardless of your reason for switching companies, switching companies is not as hard as you think.
