We will be here when you need us.
Who We Are
Insurance by Strehlow was founded in Willmar Minnesota in1956. Through the years, our staff have carried on the legacy of our founder, providing insurance products the community needs and service that makes sense. We happily expanded our service area beyond Minnesota to include North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, Arizona, and Florida. Our licensed and experienced agents have more than 85 years of combined experience providing personal and business insurance solutions.
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We know that insurance can be frustrating and sometimes difficult to understand. We think it doesn't have to be. Our mission is to take the pain out of dealing with insurance. To accomplish our mission, we strive to be available when you call, text or stop by, and provide the insurance products and service that you need.
We will be here when you need us!
Request a Quote
We understand that shopping for insurance is not most people's idea of a good time. Our goal is to take as much pain out of the process as we can. Here are some ways you can prepare.
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Have your documents ready. If you have insurance now, have a copy of your current declarations page available - this is the one with your name and address on it and your current limits of insurance.
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Looking for auto insurance? Have names, dates of birth, and driver's license numbers for each driver that lives in your household.
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Looking for homeowners, renters, or condo-owners coverage? Consider what you own. Do you have unique or valuable items such as jewelry, watches, furs, or firearms? These are some of the items which are subject to special limitations and may need to be specifically listed on your policy in order to have adequate coverage.
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Do you work at home, or have a side-gig? Be ready to tell us about it.
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Looking for insurance for your business? We will need to know how you generate revenue, how long you've been in business, and what coverage you are looking for.
Your situation is unique. Be ready to share information to help us better understand you and your individual needs.
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To request a quote fill out the form below or call us at 320-235-1091.
What We Do
​Personal Insurance
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Homeowner's Insurance
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Auto Insurance
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ATV​ Insurance
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Snowmobile Insurance
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Motorcycle Insurance
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RV Insurance / Motorhome Insurance
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Collector Car Insurance
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Seasonal Home / Cabin Insurance
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Mobile Home Insurance
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Farm Insurance
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Boat Insurance
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Personal Umbrella Liability Insurance
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Wedding Liability Insurance​
​Individual Life & Health Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Individual Health Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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Medicare Supplements*
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Medicare Advantage Plans*
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Prescription Drug Part D*
*We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.​
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Commercial Auto Insurance
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General Liability Insurance
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Commercial Property Insurance
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Contractors Tools and Equipment Insurance
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Bonds
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Workers' Compensation Insurance
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Commercial Umbrella Liability Insurance
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Professional Liability Insurance
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Cyber Liability Insurance & Data Breach Coverage
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Employment Practices Liability Insurance
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Directors & Officers Liability Insurance
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Employee Benefits Liability Insurance
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ERISA Bonds
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Special Event Insurance
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Crime Insurance
​​Employee Benefits
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Group Health Insurance
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Group Life Insurance
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Group Long-term Disability Insurance
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Group Short-term Disability Insurance
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Group Dental Insurance
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Group Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Additional Services
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Building Replacement Cost Estimates
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Claims reporting assistance
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Claims resolution assistance​
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Coverage and Exposure Reviews
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Our Team
Andy Jacobson
Andy graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi, returning to his hometown, Willmar, soon thereafter. Looking for a challenging and rewarding career, Andy chose insurance, allowing him to help his many acquaintances with their insurance needs. Andy joined Insurance By Strehlow in 2004. Since then, Andy has found success in providing personal and commercial coverage for his many clients.
Sara Lieser
Sara began her insurance career in 1997 at a small independent agency in Monticello, MN. Moving back to her roots, she worked at another independent agency in Saint Cloud and eventually found her way to Willmar. Whether with co-workers or clients, Sara's true passions are finding answers, solving problems, and helping others succeed.
Norm Strehlow
Norm's insurance career began in 1975 working with his father, Charles, who started Strehlow Insurance Agency in 1956. In 1978, Norm earned the prestigious CIC designation. Soon after purchasing in 1980, Norm changed the agency name to Insurance By Strehlow and moved to its present location in 1981.
His experience and education assures the professional delivery of personal, commercial, and life/health insurance products to a wide diversification of clientele.
Tina Renne
Tina has enjoyed working with the public for many years. Since joining Insurance By Strehlow, she has continued her service to the community by getting to know her clients, and helping them satisfy their individual insurance needs.
In her free time, she loves entertaining friends at her home and working on her hobby farm.
Marsha Hubert
Marsha joined Insurance By Strehlow in 2023. With a keen attention to detail, Marsha helps us stay organized.
A Note From Norm
To our Neighbors, Friends, and Clients:
In my 49 year career as an insurance agent providing both personal & commercial lines, I have never witnessed and had to deal with such a difficult market! Many companies are non-renewing policies, increasing minimum deductibles, restricting certain coverages, increasing premiums at renewals, and some seem simply not interested in writing new policies unless the applicant is claim/violation free for at least three years.
I suggest exploring the below with us or your current agent:
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Combine Auto and Home with the same company to earn multi-policy discounts and in many cases, a common loss deductible feature.
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As premiums are very much affected by "Insurance Scores" which are partially based on credit scores, ask your agent to run yours once a year if you believe it has improved.
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Consider increasing your deductibles.
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If you are over age 55, take a Defensive Driving Course to earn an auto insurance discount. And if you are 100% retired, request the PIP work loss exclusion discount
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Make sure your agent/company knows the one-way distance you drive to and from work.
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Avoid driving violations as many companies will increase premiums for driving violations and for "at-fault accidents."
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Make sure premiums are paid on time as reinstatement is not guaranteed.
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If you are considering an insurance provider change, make sure to keep current insurance "In Force" until the new insurance is confirmed.
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Take advantage of any "Paid in Full" discounts.
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If you pay on installments, consider switching from a paper bill to EFT/Auto Pay from a bank account to reduce or eliminate installment fees.
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If you pay by mail, allow 7-10 days for delivery and processing to help avoid late fees.
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Schedule time to meet with your agent once per year to do a thorough review of your needs and related insurance program.
Sincerely,
Norm Strehlow, CIC
You Have Choices
When it comes to insurance, you have choices. We recommend choosing an agent and carrier that you are comfortable working with and who takes time to understand your priorities and needs.
Contact
716 1st Street South
PO Box 953
Willmar, MN 56201
320-235-2804
Office Hours:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Friday*
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*Our office will close at 12:00 PM (noon) on Fridays in June, July, and August.
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Because we want to serve you promptly, appointments are preferred.
