Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Local Insurance Agency Since 1953
Caselli Insurance has been a trusted name in the insurance industry since 1953, dedicated to providing personalized service and comprehensive coverage to individuals, families, and businesses. As an independent agency, we prioritize our clients' needs by offering tailored insurance solutions through a curated selection of reputable carriers. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in decades of local experience, with a team that understands the unique risks and requirements of Northern Illinois communities.We maintain strong relationships with leading insurance providers to ensure competitive pricing and robust protection across auto, home, life, and business insurance. Our agency's values of honesty, integrity, and community service guide every interaction, ensuring clients receive transparent advice and unwavering support throughout their insurance journey. With two convenient locations in Marseilles and Ottawa, we combine generational expertise with modern adaptability to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Auto Insurance
Home Insurance
Life Insurance
Business Insurance
Flood Insurance
Condo Insurance
Renters Insurance
Umbrella Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of local insurance expertise and generational industry knowledge.
- Our independent agency model provides access to 12+ top-rated insurance carriers.
- We specialize in customized policies tailored to Northern Illinois' unique risks.
- Our team maintains active involvement in local community organizations and chambers.
- We guarantee transparent advice with no hidden fees or corporate conflicts of interest.
Services
Auto Insurance
We provide comprehensive auto insurance solutions protecting against collision damage, liability claims, and unexpected road emergencies. Our policies include gap coverage for leased vehicles and roadside assistance. With multiple carrier options, we help clients find affordable protection tailored to their driving habits and vehicle value while ensuring compliance with Illinois state requirements.
Home Insurance
Our homeowners insurance covers structural damage, personal belongings, and liability risks while excluding flood damage requiring separate policies. We offer specialized coverage for condos and renters, with expert guidance on determining appropriate coverage limits based on property value and personal assets in Northern Illinois communities.
Life Insurance
We help clients secure their family's financial future through term and permanent life insurance policies. Our agents address common misconceptions about affordability while helping determine appropriate coverage amounts based on individual circumstances, including family needs, business obligations, and retirement planning considerations.
Business Insurance
We provide tailored commercial insurance packages protecting against property damage, liability claims, and business interruption risks. Our solutions address industry-specific needs for Northern Illinois businesses, including coverage for equipment, inventory, and professional liability while ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
Flood Insurance
We offer specialized flood insurance policies since standard homeowners policies exclude water damage from flooding. Our agents help clients understand flood zone requirements and secure appropriate coverage through the National Flood Insurance Program and private carriers to protect property investments in flood-prone areas.
People
Scott Caselli
Agency Owner
Scott Caselli has led Caselli Insurance since 1985, continuing his father's legacy of personalized service. With 45 years in insurance and real estate, he maintains active community involvement while ensuring the agency's commitment to ethical practices and client-focused solutions.
Christy Carpenter
Insurance Agent
Christy Carpenter has served as an insurance agent since 2004, holding Property & Casualty and Life & Health licenses. Active in local organizations, she specializes in commercial insurance while maintaining expertise in personal lines, serving clients from both office locations.
Maddisyn Valle
Insurance Agent
Maddisyn Valle brings local knowledge to the team, licensed in Property and Casualty insurance. Raised in Marseilles, she combines generational perspective with practical experience to assist clients with their insurance needs while balancing family responsibilities.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide auto, home, life, business, flood, condo, and renters insurance policies tailored to individual and commercial needs in Northern Illinois.
How do you help clients choose coverage?
We assess your specific needs through personalized consultations, considering factors like property value, family size, business operations, and local risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage options.
Why use an independent agency?
As an independent agency, we offer multiple carrier options to find policies that best match your requirements rather than pushing single-company products, ensuring unbiased recommendations.
Do you serve areas outside Ottawa?
We serve all of LaSalle County and surrounding Northern Illinois areas from our two office locations in Marseilles and Ottawa.
How do claims work with your agency?
We assist throughout the claims process by coordinating with insurance carriers, providing guidance on documentation requirements, and advocating for fair and timely claim resolutions.
