Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Vernal, Utah
Founded in 1973 by Claudia and Jay Burraston, Eastern Utah Insurance began as a small agency with a single client and has grown to serve thousands across four locations. Our commitment to treating every client with equal importance remains unchanged, ensuring personalized service for both individuals and businesses. With expertise in complex commercial risks and energy sectors, we hold industry designations like CPCU and ASLI, maintaining licenses in Utah and 15 other states.Our team of professionals focuses on delivering tailored insurance solutions, leveraging relationships with top-rated carriers to secure competitive pricing and coverage. We prioritize transparency, client education, and long-term partnerships, reflected in our 20-year customer retention and hands-on claims support. As an independent agency, we offer multi-carrier options for auto, home, and commercial policies, emphasizing risk management and client advocacy.
Services
General Liability Insurance
Business Owners Insurance
Commercial Property Insurance
Commercial Umbrella Insurance
Auto Insurance
Motorcycle Insurance
RV Insurance
Boat Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
Flood Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of local insurance expertise with personalized service
- Our team holds industry-leading CPCU and ASLI professional designations
- We provide multi-carrier options for competitive pricing and coverage
- We specialize in complex commercial and energy-related risk management
- Our independent agency model ensures unbiased insurance solutions
Associations and certifications
- CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter)
- ASLI (Associate of Surplus Lines Insurance)
What people say
Fast coverage
REALLY GREAT PRICES
Excellent service
Caring neighborhood business
Always there when needed
Services
Business Insurance
Protect your small business with tailored insurance solutions including general liability, property coverage, and commercial umbrellas. We specialize in energy and contractor risks, offering policies that safeguard assets while allowing business owners to focus on growth. Our agents leverage industry expertise to match coverage with specific operational needs.
Auto Insurance
Comprehensive auto insurance for personal and commercial vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, and RVs. We provide liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage options with deductible flexibility. Our independent agency status ensures competitive rates through multiple carrier comparisons while maintaining personalized service for policyholders.
Homeowners Insurance
Multi-peril coverage for primary residences, condos, and rental properties including structural protection, personal property coverage, and liability safeguards. We offer endorsements for high-value items and recommend supplemental flood/earthquake policies where needed. Our agents ensure proper valuation of custom features during policy setup.
Flood Insurance
Specialized flood protection policies for properties in high-risk or moderate-risk areas. Coverage extends beyond standard homeowners policies to include structural damage from water events. Our agents help determine appropriate coverage limits based on property location and elevation data.
Commercial Truck Insurance
Tailored insurance for commercial trucking operations including liability, physical damage, and cargo protection. We address unique risks associated with transportation businesses, offering flexible terms for owner-operators and fleet owners. Policies comply with state and federal regulatory requirements for commercial vehicles.
People
Claudia Burraston
Founder
Founded Eastern Utah Insurance in 1973 with her husband Jay. Served as agency leader for over 50 years, establishing four locations and maintaining the agency's first client. Focuses on client relationships and community engagement.
Jason Burraston
President
Second-generation leader with CPCU and ASLI designations. Manages agency group operations across Utah locations. Holds property casualty licenses in 16 states and serves on Safeco's Agent Advisory Council.
Josh C. Harbison
Sales Manager
CPCU-designated sales manager with banking background. Oversees 11 staff members and new business development. Specializes in carrier relations and complex commercial risk placement since joining in 2012.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide auto, home, commercial, flood, earthquake, motorcycle, RV, boat, and specialty insurance policies for both individuals and businesses across Utah and Western states.
How do you find the best insurance rates?
As an independent agency, we compare pricing and coverage options from multiple top-rated carriers to find the policy that best matches your specific needs and budget.
Do you insure specialty vehicles?
Yes, we insure classic cars, motorcycles, scooters, RVs, boats, personal watercraft, and commercial trucks through specialized programs with preferred insurance carriers.
What commercial insurance needs do you address?
We specialize in general liability, property coverage, bonds, and umbrella policies for contractors, oil & gas companies, and trucking operations with complex risk profiles.
How does the claims process work?
Our agents guide you through documentation requirements and serve as advocates during claims resolution, leveraging our carrier relationships to ensure timely and fair settlements.