Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Caldwell, ID
Shaffer Buck Insurance has been a trusted independent insurance agency serving Idaho families for over a century. Founded in 1906, we operate as a fourth-generation family-owned business committed to protecting our clients' futures through personalized insurance solutions. Our team prioritizes community values and local knowledge, offering tailored coverage for homes, vehicles, businesses, and health needs. As independent agents, we work exclusively for our clients rather than insurance companies, ensuring unbiased recommendations. With deep roots in the Caldwell community, we combine generational expertise with modern insurance practices.Our professionals maintain active roles in civic organizations, reflecting our dedication to both client service and community welfare. We emphasize transparency, competitive pricing, and ongoing support throughout clients' lifetimes. Our historical continuity since 1906 demonstrates our reliability and adaptability to changing insurance landscapes. Client testimonials highlight our consistent professionalism, prompt service, and family-like treatment of policyholders. This enduring commitment to excellence has made us Idaho's oldest continuously operating insurance firm.
Services
Home Insurance
Auto Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
RV Insurance
Classic Car Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Workers Compensation
Umbrella Liability
Medicare Supplement
Details
- Year established: 1906
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of insurance expertise serving Idaho families
- Our fourth-generation family ownership ensures personalized service commitment
- We operate as independent agents working exclusively for client interests
- Local community involvement informs our understanding of Idaho insurance needs
- We maintain continuous operation since 1906 as Idaho's oldest insurance firm
What people say
Personalized solutions
Reasonable prices
Friendly service
Ongoing support
Family-like treatment
Services
Home Insurance
Protect your primary residence with customized home insurance policies. We offer comprehensive coverage for structural damage, personal belongings, and liability protection. Our agents help Idaho homeowners navigate policy options to find optimal protection for their specific properties and risk profiles.
Auto Insurance
Secure tailored auto insurance solutions for personal and commercial vehicles. Our policies cover liability, collision, comprehensive damage, and uninsured motorist protection. We help clients across Treasure Valley find cost-effective coverage that meets Idaho's legal requirements and individual driving needs.
Life Insurance
Plan for your family's future with customized life insurance policies. We offer term and permanent life insurance options to provide financial security for dependents. Our agents help clients determine appropriate coverage amounts and policy structures based on individual financial goals and family circumstances.
Commercial Insurance
Protect your business operations with comprehensive commercial insurance packages. We offer property coverage, liability protection, workers compensation, and specialized policies for Idaho businesses. Our agents work closely with local business owners to identify risks and implement tailored insurance solutions.
Medicare Supplement
Enhance your Medicare benefits with supplemental insurance policies. We provide coverage options to fill gaps in original Medicare plans. Our specialists help Idaho seniors navigate policy choices to ensure comprehensive healthcare coverage that meets their specific medical needs and budget.
People
Aaron Buck
Owner/Agent
Fourth-generation insurance professional with Shaffer Buck since 2009. Holds business and music degrees from College of Idaho. Active community leader and former Caldwell Rotary President. Specializes in personalized insurance solutions while maintaining family legacy.
Rachel Buck
Bookkeeper/Agent
Licensed insurance agent and office manager with legal field experience. Holds psychology degree from BSU. Handles client coverage issues and maintains financial operations. Combines organizational skills with client service expertise to support agency operations.
Dan Buck
Retired Owner
Third-generation leader of Shaffer Buck Insurance. 35-year industry veteran and Certified Insurance Counselor. Active community member with leadership roles in Kiwanis Club and Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center. Maintains partial involvement handling life and health insurance policies.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Treasure Valley region of Idaho, including Caldwell, Nampa, and surrounding communities.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1906, making us Idaho's oldest continuously operating insurance agency with four generations of family ownership.
What insurance types do you offer?
We provide home, auto, life, health, RV, classic car, commercial, workers compensation, and Medicare supplement insurance policies.
Are you locally owned?
Yes, we're a fourth-generation family-owned agency deeply rooted in the Caldwell community since 1906.
How do you handle claims?
We provide personalized claims assistance, leveraging our local expertise and long-standing insurer relationships for efficient resolution.
Can you help with business insurance?
Yes, we offer comprehensive commercial insurance packages tailored to Idaho businesses' specific risk management needs.
Reviews (4)
Debbie Wheeler
Dec 21, 2017
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Dan has been our agent for many years. It is great to have someone you can call on who knows you and your situation, instead of a stranger on the phone! The prices he gets from the insurance companies are great too.
Joel Crane
Nov 27, 2017
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Dan Buck does a great job for us. Whenever we need insurance, he finds us great deals, gives us advice, and presents us with options to select from. I don't go anywhere else... Dan takes care of everything.
John Conner
Nov 24, 2017
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Our agent, Aaron Buck has done an outstanding job for us in our search for a new company for our automobile insurance. Answering questions, shoping for the most competitive rates all in a timely and painless process. I would highly recommend Shaffer Buck for your insurance needs...
Joe Schell
Oct 01, 2017
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We've been clients with these guys for years and we're not going anywhere! Absolutely the best customer service in the valley. Truly painless claims handling and they always look out for their clients. Very rare these days.
