Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in San Marcos, TX
Since 1943, Waldrip Insurance Agency has provided comprehensive insurance solutions to residents and businesses in San Marcos, TX, and surrounding areas. As a family-owned agency spanning three generations, we combine deep local knowledge with personalized service to address diverse insurance needs. Our expertise covers personal and commercial policies, including auto, homeowners, business liability, workers' compensation, and specialty coverage.By partnering with multiple carriers, we deliver competitive rates and tailored options while maintaining a commitment to responsive, client-focused service. Our team prioritizes understanding individual client needs to ensure coverage aligns with both current requirements and future goals.
Services
Auto Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
Business Insurance
Boat Insurance
Classic Car Insurance
Workers Compensation
Flood Insurance
Umbrella Policies
RV Insurance
ATV Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1943
Highlights and features
- Family-owned agency serving clients for over 80 years
- Works with multiple insurance carriers for competitive rates
- Specializes in both personal and commercial insurance solutions
- Offers comprehensive coverage options including specialty policies
- Maintains deep local knowledge of San Marcos and Hays County
Services
Auto Insurance
Protect your vehicle with comprehensive auto insurance coverage tailored to your driving needs. Our policies include liability protection, collision coverage, and uninsured motorist options. We help clients in San Marcos, TX find affordable rates through our partnerships with multiple insurance carriers while ensuring compliance with Texas state requirements.
Homeowners Insurance
Secure your property with customizable homeowners insurance policies covering structural damage, personal belongings, and liability protection. We offer standard coverage and supplemental options like flood insurance and umbrella policies. Our agents help San Marcos residents protect their homes with competitive rates from trusted insurance providers.
Business Insurance
Comprehensive protection for local businesses including general liability, workers' compensation, and commercial property coverage. We specialize in tailored solutions for San Marcos companies, offering builders risk insurance and specialty contractor policies. Our agency helps businesses find cost-effective protection through partnerships with multiple commercial insurance carriers.
Boat Insurance
Specialized coverage for watercraft owners protecting against damage, liability, and emergency assistance. Our boat insurance policies cover various watercraft types and usage scenarios. San Marcos clients receive competitive rates through our relationships with marine insurance specialists who understand local boating conditions and requirements.
Classic Car Insurance
Tailored protection for classic and collectible vehicles with agreed-value coverage and specialized benefits. We serve San Marcos car enthusiasts with policies that recognize the unique value of vintage automobiles. Our partnerships with specialty insurers ensure proper protection for classic cars while maintaining competitive premium rates.
People
Charles Maurice Waldrip
Founder
Established the agency in 1943 after purchasing Wallace Colbert's insurance agency. Built a legacy as one of San Marcos' oldest businesses, laying the foundation for three generations of family ownership.
Charles M. Waldrip Jr.
Former Owner
Joined the agency in 1968 after 11 years at Cravins Dargan General Agency. Became sole proprietor in 1984 and led the agency until retiring in 2014, maintaining its family tradition of personalized service.
Jim Waldrip
Current Owner
Joined the agency in 1996 and assumed ownership in 2014. Continues the family legacy at the historic Hofheinz Confectionery location, maintaining commitment to comprehensive insurance solutions and community service since 1943.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide auto, homeowners, business, boat, classic car, flood, umbrella, RV, ATV, and workers' compensation insurance for clients in San Marcos and surrounding areas.
Are you locally owned?
Yes, we're a family-owned agency serving San Marcos since 1943, currently in our third generation of local ownership and operation.
How do you help find competitive rates?
By partnering with multiple insurance carriers, we compare options to find policies that balance comprehensive coverage with affordable premiums for each client's specific needs.
What are your business hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM-4:00 PM. Closed weekends. Appointments available during regular business hours.
Do you handle commercial insurance needs?
Yes, we specialize in business insurance including general liability, workers' compensation, commercial property, and specialty contractor policies for local companies.
Can you help with specialty insurance policies?
We offer specialty coverage including classic car insurance, boat insurance, flood policies, and umbrella liability protection to meet unique client requirements.
