Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Independent Insurance Agency Since 1953
Caselli Insurance & Real Estate has been a trusted provider of comprehensive insurance solutions since 1953. Our agency specializes in tailoring personal and commercial insurance coverage to meet the unique needs of our clients, leveraging decades of local expertise and a commitment to community values. As an independent agency, we represent a carefully selected network of reputable insurance carriers, ensuring competitive pricing and customized protection for homes, vehicles, businesses, and families. Our team prioritizes personalized service, maintaining strong relationships with clients across LaSalle County and Northern Illinois. With two convenient locations in Marseilles and Ottawa, we combine generational experience with modern accessibility to deliver reliable insurance guidance.Our affiliations with local chambers of commerce and community organizations reflect our dedication to the regions we serve. We pride ourselves on being available to support clients throughout their insurance journey, from policy selection to claims resolution. This enduring focus on client needs has sustained our family-owned business for over 70 years. Our licensed professionals bring specialized knowledge in property, casualty, life, and health insurance, ensuring informed decision-making for policyholders. By maintaining transparency and ethical standards, we aim to provide peace of mind through comprehensive risk management solutions.
Services
Auto Insurance
Home Insurance
Flood Insurance
Life Insurance
Business Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience serving LaSalle County and Northern Illinois.
- Our independent agency model provides access to 12+ reputable insurance carriers.
- We offer personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual and business needs.
- Our team includes licensed agents with expertise in property, casualty, life, and health insurance.
- We maintain strong community ties through local chamber of commerce memberships.
Services
Auto Insurance
Auto insurance policies protect drivers against financial loss from accidents, theft, or damage. Our agency offers customizable coverage options including liability, collision, and comprehensive protection. With access to multiple carriers, we help clients find competitive rates while ensuring adequate safeguards for personal and commercial vehicles.
Home Insurance
Home insurance policies safeguard property owners against damage to structures and belongings from covered perils like fire, storms, or vandalism. We provide tailored policies with flexible coverage limits and additional protections for high-value items. Our agents help clients navigate policy options to ensure comprehensive home protection.
Flood Insurance
Flood insurance covers property damage from flooding events, which standard home policies typically exclude. We offer specialized flood coverage through the National Flood Insurance Program and private carriers. Our team assists clients in assessing flood risk and securing appropriate protection for residential and commercial properties.
Life Insurance
Life insurance policies provide financial support to beneficiaries upon the policyholder's death. We offer term and permanent life insurance options to meet diverse needs, including income replacement, debt coverage, and estate planning. Our agents help clients evaluate coverage amounts and select policies aligned with long-term financial goals.
Business Insurance
Business insurance protects companies from financial losses due to property damage, liability claims, or operational disruptions. We provide customized commercial packages including general liability, property, and business interruption coverage. Our expertise helps businesses identify risks and implement comprehensive protection strategies tailored to industry-specific needs.
People
Scott Caselli
Principal Agent
Scott Caselli has served as Principal Agent since purchasing the family business in 1985. With over 45 years in insurance and real estate, he maintains core values of relationship-building and ethical business practices while expanding services to Ottawa.
Christy Carpenter
Insurance Agent
Christy Carpenter, a licensed insurance producer since 2004, specializes in commercial and personal lines. Active in community organizations, she received the 2016 Agent of the Year award and focuses on creating customized insurance plans for clients.
Maddisyn Valle
Insurance Agent
Maddisyn Valle, licensed in property and casualty insurance, has worked at Caselli Insurance since high school. A Marseilles native, she balances family life with providing insurance solutions for local residents.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide auto, home, flood, life, and business insurance policies tailored to individual and commercial needs.
How do you help clients find affordable coverage?
As an independent agency, we compare options from 12+ carriers to find competitive rates that match your specific requirements.
Do you serve areas outside Marseilles?
Yes, we serve all of LaSalle County and Northern Illinois from our Marseilles and Ottawa offices.
Can I manage policies online?
Many of our carriers offer online claims filing, bill payment, and policy management tools for client convenience.
Are you available for emergencies?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, our agents are available during regular business hours to assist with urgent needs.
