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Trusted Insurance Solutions in Raleigh, NC
Founded in 1937, Durfey-Hoover-Bowden Insurance has served as a family-owned, independent insurance agency dedicated to protecting North Carolina families and businesses. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, leveraging over 80 years of local expertise to tailor coverage solutions that adapt to evolving risks. Our agents hold top industry designations and maintain deep connections within the community, ensuring clients receive informed guidance and access to competitively priced, financially stable insurance providers. We emphasize direct, human interaction over automated systems, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and a commitment to safeguarding our clients' way of life.
Services
Personal Insurance Commercial Insurance Claim Services Policy Services Online Payments
Details
  • Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 80 years of experience in the insurance industry.
  • Our agents hold top insurance designations and teach industry classes.
  • We provide personalized service tailored to North Carolina's unique risks.
  • We maintain partnerships with financially stable, competitive insurance providers.
  • Our family-owned agency prioritizes community relationships over automated systems.
Services
Personal Insurance
We provide comprehensive personal insurance solutions for homeowners, auto owners, and individuals seeking tailored coverage. Our services include risk assessment, policy customization, and claims advocacy. With access to multiple insurance carriers, we help clients secure competitive pricing and coverage that adapts to their evolving needs.
Commercial Insurance
Our commercial insurance services protect businesses against liability, property damage, and operational risks. We offer customized policies for diverse industries, including risk management consulting and claims support. Our agents leverage decades of experience to ensure businesses maintain compliance and financial security in North Carolina's regulatory environment.
Claim Services
We streamline the claims process with direct assistance for reporting incidents, documentation, and resolution. Our team advocates for policyholders to ensure fair and timely settlements. Clients receive guidance on coverage details and next steps following property damage, accidents, or liability incidents.
Policy Services
Our policy services include annual reviews, coverage adjustments, and certificate of insurance requests. We help clients update policies to reflect life changes, business growth, or new regulatory requirements. Clients can submit requests online or through direct agent consultations for personalized adjustments.
Online Payments
We offer convenient online and phone payment options through partnerships with major insurance carriers. Clients can access secure payment portals for Auto-Owners, Erie, The Hartford, and other providers. Our billing support team assists with payment scheduling and invoice inquiries.
People
Paul Hoover III
Principal
Fourth-generation insurance professional with decades of experience in risk management and client advocacy. Specializes in commercial insurance solutions for North Carolina businesses.
Paul Hoover IV
Insurance Agent
Licensed agent focusing on personalized coverage for families and small businesses. Combines generational expertise with modern insurance technology to serve Raleigh clients.
Mike Bowden
Principal
Experienced insurance leader with a focus on commercial risk assessment and policy customization. Serves on industry advisory committees and mentors emerging professionals.
Ann Lauer
Office Manager
Coordinates administrative operations and client communications with over 15 years of experience in insurance services. Ensures efficient policy processing and customer support.
Tracy Jones
Personal Insurance Specialist
Handles personal insurance accounts for clients with last names A-J, providing tailored home and auto coverage solutions since joining the agency in 2010.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide personal insurance (homeowners, auto) and commercial insurance (liability, property) tailored to North Carolina residents and businesses.
How can I file a claim?
Visit our Claims page to submit a claim directly to your insurance carrier or notify us at 919-790-6415 for assistance.
Do you offer online payment options?
Yes, we partner with carriers like Auto-Owners and Erie to provide secure online and phone payment options for policyholders.
Are you available for in-person consultations?
Our Raleigh office is open Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM for in-person meetings with prior appointment scheduling.
How do you help clients choose coverage?
We assess your unique risks and needs, then shop multiple carriers to find competitive pricing and customized coverage solutions.
Reviews (5)
Ricky Brown
Jul 04, 2021 Report
I have been with Duffrey-Hoover-Bowden for a little over 13 years. This includes home and auto insurance. The people here are amazing and have always take care of all my questions immediately. The service has a family feel to it. I have been working with Mike the entire time. He has helped me compare rates and helped me personalize my insurance for my family. I have been able to call him direct with any issues. Thanks DHB and Mike, we always appreciate your amazing commitment to your customers and for giving me a good laugh as well.
Amos Slaymaker
Jun 26, 2021 Report
Fantastic customer service and value. I've had nothing but good experiences with Mike Bowden and the Durfey-Hoover-Bowden agency. Mike does a great job explaining my options and is always fast to respond to phone calls and emails.
Jeff Walters
Jun 01, 2021 Report
For over 15 years, I relied on Durfey-Hoover-Bowden for all of my insurance needs. At one point we had 3 rental properties, 2 homes and 3 cars on our policy. Unfortunately, Travelers Insurance increased my rates mid-term with no explanation or notice. The first I learned of the rate change was after they sent me a bill for the rate change and a late service charge. When I contacted the agency they offered a vague explanation and insisted that Travelers sent a prior invoice.

Instead of trying to understand why I would be upset they chose to go into great detail as to why I was wrong. For 15 years I paid my bills in full, well in advance of the due date. Because of the poor service, I cancelled all of my insurance and moved it to USAA where I saved $487.05. They also treated me like my business was valuable to them. A month later I received another bill from Travelers for $17 cancellation fee and $6 service charge. I guess that is their way of saying thanks for 15 years of loyalty.
Brad Breeding
Jan 28, 2021 Report
We have used DHBI for a number of years for some of our business policies. Recently we had to add some additional coverages in fairly short order. Patty was incredible. Not only did she get something in place within a couple of days, but was so knowledgeable in the process. She suggested some things that I would never have even known to ask about. So impressed.
Dan Smith
Jan 05, 2021 Report
Mandi Baldwin has been great to work with. Super responsive and flexible as I have had to change over multiple vehicles and added my homeowners policy. They work with Erie and one of the best companies to save us money based on our family size and needs. Would recommend Durfey-Hoover-Bowden to any of my NC connections. Great work!