Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Big Lake, AK
Valley Insurance is an independent agency dedicated to meeting the diverse insurance needs of small to midsize businesses and individuals. As a member of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, we leverage access to multiple markets and products to deliver cost-effective, comprehensive coverage tailored to each client's unique requirements. Our team specializes in addressing complex risks that other agencies often cannot accommodate, ensuring solutions for hard-to-place coverage scenarios. With over two decades of experience in the insurance industry, our owner has cultivated strong relationships with clients and insurers, prioritizing personalized service and competitive pricing. We pride ourselves on offering some of the lowest agency fees in Alaska while maintaining a commitment to transparency and client satisfaction.Our expertise spans commercial and personal lines, including specialized programs for remote properties, equine coverage, and bonding. By combining local knowledge with national insurer partnerships like Foremost Insurance Group, we provide reliable protection and exceptional claims service. Our team includes licensed professionals with extensive experience in life, health, and all lines of insurance, ensuring comprehensive support for Alaska residents and businesses. We are dedicated to adapting to the evolving insurance landscape while maintaining the personal touch that defines our agency. Whether serving proprietors or individuals, our focus remains on building trust through expertise, integrity, and unwavering client advocacy.
Services
Commercial Auto Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
Workers Compensation
Equine Insurance
Remote Cabins Coverage
Bonding Services
Personal Liability Insurance
RV Insurance
Special Event Insurance
ATV/Snowmachine Coverage
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer independent agency access to multiple insurance markets
- Our team specializes in hard-to-place risk coverage solutions
- We maintain some of the lowest agency fees in Alaska
- Our agents have combined 30+ years of local insurance expertise
- We provide personalized service with direct owner involvement
Associations and certifications
- Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America
Services
Commercial Auto Insurance
We provide specialized commercial auto insurance for businesses of all sizes. Our policies cover trucks, company vehicles, and commercial fleets with flexible options for liability and physical damage protection. As an independent agency, we access multiple carriers to find cost-effective solutions for Alaska businesses.
Remote Cabins Coverage
Our remote cabins insurance protects seasonal and hard-to-place properties across Alaska. Policies include dwelling fire coverage, theft protection, and liability for vacation homes and lodges. We partner with insurers experienced in Alaska's unique property risks to ensure comprehensive protection.
Workers Compensation
We offer workers compensation insurance meeting Alaska's regulatory requirements. Our policies provide medical expense coverage and wage replacement for workplace injuries. We specialize in finding coverage for high-risk industries and businesses with complex risk profiles through our multiple market access.
Equine Insurance
Our equine insurance solutions protect horse owners and stable operators. Coverage includes mortality, liability, and medical expenses for equine-related activities. We work with specialty insurers to address the unique risks of horse ownership and equestrian businesses in Alaska.
Bonding Services
We provide bonding services for contractors, license bonds, and other surety requirements. Our access to multiple underwriters allows competitive pricing for performance bonds, bid bonds, and payment bonds. We assist Alaska businesses in meeting bonding requirements for public and private projects.
People
Lisa Sindorf
Agent / Owner
Lisa has over 30 years of insurance experience, starting in 1988. She founded Valley Insurance in 2001, focusing on Alaska businesses. Her expertise includes commercial risk management and personalized client relationships.
Laurie Lincoln
Agent
Laurie brings 20+ years of insurance experience, specializing in life and health coverage. Licensed in all insurance lines, she joined Valley Insurance in 2012, expanding our personal lines capabilities and client service offerings.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide commercial and personal lines including auto, property, workers compensation, bonding, equine coverage, and specialized policies for remote cabins and lodges.
Do you handle hard-to-place insurance risks?
Yes, we specialize in finding coverage for complex risks that other agencies cannot accommodate through our access to multiple insurance markets.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we offer financing options for insurance premiums upon request to help clients manage their coverage costs.
Do you serve areas outside Alaska?
Our primary service area is Alaska, though we can assist with certain specialty programs that may apply to other regions through our national carrier partnerships.
How do you find competitive rates?
As an independent agency, we compare multiple carriers to find the best combination of coverage and price tailored to each client's specific needs.
