Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in the Southwest
Founded in 1995 by Rolland L. Wiegers, Colonial General Insurance Agency has established itself as a trusted provider of specialty insurance solutions across the Southwest United States. Our family-owned business combines over 25 years of industry expertise with a commitment to personalized service, offering access to more than 25 A+ rated carriers to ensure competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options. We specialize in Excess and Surplus Lines, Property and Casualty, Commercial Auto, Personal Lines, and Professional Liability insurance, serving agents in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming.Our dedicated team prioritizes prompt service with a 24-hour quote turnaround and on-demand underwriting support. As an exclusive agency for Scottsdale Insurance Company, we maintain rigorous standards of professionalism while offering premium financing through our affiliated partner, Sundance Premium Finance Company. Our mission remains focused on delivering exceptional customer service, tailored insurance solutions, and unwavering support to independent agents and their clients.
Services
Commercial Lines
Garage Insurance
Flood Insurance
Personal Lines
Preferred Commercial
Brokerage Services
Professional Liability
Property & Casualty
Premium Financing
Commercial Auto
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of specialized insurance expertise since 1995
- Our team provides 24-hour quote turnaround with on-demand underwriting support
- We maintain relationships with 25+ A+ rated insurance carriers for competitive options
- We specialize in hard-to-place risks through our Excess and Surplus Lines expertise
- Our exclusive partnership with Sundance Premium Finance offers flexible payment solutions
Services
Commercial Lines
We provide comprehensive Commercial Lines insurance covering property, liability, and operational risks for businesses across multiple industries. Our solutions include General Liability, Property Insurance, and specialized coverage for contractors, manufacturers, and service providers. With access to 25+ A+ rated carriers, we deliver tailored protection that meets specific business needs while maintaining competitive pricing.
Garage Insurance
Our Garage Insurance program protects automotive businesses including repair shops, dealerships, and service centers. Coverage includes garage keepers liability, business property protection, and equipment coverage. We offer specialized policies for classic car dealerships, heavy equipment sales, and RV service providers across the Southwest region through our network of premier insurance carriers.
Personal Lines
We offer Personal Lines insurance solutions including homeowners, auto, and umbrella policies for individuals. Our coverage options include high-value home protection, mobile home insurance, and specialized personal liability coverage. Through our Preferred Markets division, we provide access to admitted carriers for standard risks while maintaining flexibility for unique personal insurance needs.
Professional Liability
Our Professional Liability insurance protects service providers against claims of negligence or inadequate work. We offer coverage for lawyers, medical professionals, real estate agents, and technology consultants. Policies include defense cost coverage and settlement protection, with specialized programs for emerging risks like cyber liability and data breaches through our excess and surplus lines partners.
Premium Financing
Through our affiliated partner Sundance Premium Finance Company, we provide flexible premium financing solutions for policyholders. This service allows businesses and individuals to spread insurance payments over time rather than paying annual premiums upfront. Our financing options include structured payment plans with transparent terms to help clients manage their insurance costs effectively.
People
Rolland L. Wiegers
Chairman
Founder of Colonial General Insurance Agency since 1995, former executive at Scottsdale Insurance Company. Brings decades of insurance industry leadership experience, establishing the agency's foundation of excellence and customer-focused service across the Southwest region.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide Commercial Lines, Garage, Personal Lines, Professional Liability, and Preferred Commercial insurance through 25+ A+ rated carriers across eight Southwest states.
Do you offer financing options for insurance premiums?
Yes, we provide premium financing through our affiliated partner Sundance Premium Finance Company with structured payment plans available.
What states do you operate in?
We serve Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming from our Scottsdale headquarters and Salt Lake City branch.
How quickly can I get a quote?
Our standard quote turnaround time is 24 hours, with on-demand underwriting support available for urgent requests.
Are you an independent insurance agency?
Yes, we're an independent agency offering multiple carrier options rather than being tied to a single provider.
Do you handle hard-to-place insurance risks?
Yes, our Excess and Surplus Lines expertise specializes in finding coverage solutions for non-standard and complex insurance risks.
Reviews (2)
Manuel Archuleta
Mar 24, 2021
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I do not like insurance companies all they do itrance js take and take I can't see how my insurance jumped fro 500 to 678 I called for explanation I was told your insurance expire soon have your agent look for a better deal good luck with that so I'm gonna look myself
Nick Barten
Dec 24, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent people to work with! Holli, Heather & Rachel are my VIP Rockstars! Thanks for all you do!!! Keep up the good work!
Excellent people to work with! Holli, Heather & Rachel are my VIP Rockstars! Thanks for all you do!!! Keep up the good work!
