Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Solutions for Architects & Engineers
Fenner & Esler has been a trusted leader in providing specialized insurance solutions for design professionals since 1923. Our expertise in architects, engineers, surveyors, and environmental consultants insurance is built on decades of industry knowledge and a commitment to personalized service. We prioritize risk management and tailored coverage, leveraging relationships with multiple A-rated carriers to secure competitive rates.Our team of specialists focuses on understanding the unique needs of each client, ensuring policies align with their specific professional requirements. With a history of delivering value-driven solutions, we empower design firms to focus on growth while maintaining robust protection against potential liabilities.
Services
Architects Insurance
Engineers Insurance
Surveyors Insurance
Environmental Consultants Insurance
Professional Liability Coverage
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- Save 20-40% on professional liability insurance through personalized policy negotiations
- Specialized expertise in A/E insurance with 100+ years of combined industry experience
- Independent agency offering multiple carrier options for optimal coverage
- Risk management consultations tailored to design professionals' specific needs
- Proven track record serving 1250+ architecture and engineering firms nationwide
Services
Architects Insurance
Our architects insurance provides comprehensive coverage against claims of professional negligence. Tailored policies protect against financial damages from design errors, contract disputes, or project delays. We offer customizable limits and deductibles to match your firm's specific risk profile while ensuring compliance with client contract requirements.
Engineers Insurance
Engineers insurance protects against claims arising from professional mistakes or omissions. Our policies cover legal defense costs and settlements for alleged design flaws or project failures. We specialize in coverage for both large ENR 500 firms and small engineering practices with customized risk management solutions.
Surveyors Insurance
Surveyors insurance safeguards against claims related to boundary disputes, measurement errors, or data inaccuracies. Our policies include coverage for legal defense costs and financial damages from alleged professional negligence. We provide flexible options tailored to land surveying and geospatial professionals.
Environmental Consultants Insurance
Environmental consultants insurance covers claims of professional negligence in environmental assessments and remediation projects. Policies address risks from regulatory non-compliance, data misinterpretation, or environmental damage allegations. We offer specialized coverage for consultants working on complex environmental projects.
Risk Management
Our risk management services help design firms identify and mitigate potential liabilities. We provide contract reviews, claims assistance, and industry-specific risk assessments. Our specialists work with clients to develop proactive strategies that reduce insurance costs and improve overall business resilience.
People
Timothy P. Esler
Principal Owner
With 30+ years in A/E insurance, Timothy leads client relationships and strategic direction. He specializes in complex risk assessments and has negotiated coverage solutions for major design firms nationwide.
Kevin M. Esler
Principal Owner
Kevin oversees policy negotiations and carrier relations with expertise in emerging design industry risks. He has developed customized insurance programs for over 500 architecture and engineering firms during his 25-year career.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer for design professionals?
We provide professional liability (E&O) insurance for architects, engineers, surveyors, and environmental consultants. Our coverage includes legal defense costs, settlements, and judgments related to professional negligence claims.
How can you help reduce insurance costs?
Our independent agency model allows comparison shopping across multiple A-rated carriers. We typically secure 20-40% savings through policy customization and risk management improvements.
Do you cover firms with prior claims?
Yes, we specialize in placing coverage for firms with complex risk profiles, including those with prior professional liability claims or challenging project histories.
What risk management services are included?
We offer contract reviews, pre-claims consultations, attorney selection assistance, and industry-specific risk assessments to help prevent claims and reduce insurance costs.
How do you handle policy renewals?
We proactively review existing coverage and market alternatives annually, ensuring continued competitiveness while maintaining appropriate protection levels for your business.
