Local guidance. Trusted protection.

Learn more about the people, history, and values behind Porter-Hay Insurance.

Our History

About Porter-Hay Insurance

Porter-Hay Insurance is an independent insurance agency serving individuals, families, farms, businesses, schools, and public entities across Illinois and beyond. Our local agents work with a network of insurance companies to help clients compare coverage options and find protection that fits their needs.

Our agency was formed in early 2016 when Porter Insurance in Alexis and Chuck Hay Insurance in Galva and Galesburg joined together. Each agency brought a strong history of service and specialized experience. Porter Insurance had a strong focus on farm and multi-peril coverage, while Chuck Hay Insurance had deep experience in commercial insurance, personal lines, and health insurance.

Today, Porter-Hay Insurance is licensed in six states and offers expertise across many lines of insurance. We are proud to be part of the 1870 Holdings, Inc. family of companies and to continue serving clients with local guidance, personal service, and trusted insurance solutions.

Growth Through the Years

Since becoming Porter-Hay Insurance in 2016, our agency has continued to grow through service, relationships, and strategic acquisitions.

2016

Porter Insurance and Chuck Hay Insurance became Porter-Hay Insurance, combining decades of local agency experience.

September 2017

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Carl Swanson Agency of Galesburg and moved that business into our newly constructed office.

June 2018

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Ron James Agency in Oquawka and continued serving clients from the Oquawka office.

December 2018

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Kiddoo Agency from Doug and Barb Kiddoo in Joy. This office now operates out of Aledo.

January 2019

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Orville Minteer Agency in Andalusia. Kyle Johnson and his staff continue to operate that book of business.

March 2021

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Bill Farm Agency, and that book of business moved into our Alexis office.

April 2021

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased the Cratty Agency in Galesburg.

July 2023

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased Blaser Agency in Moline and Insurance Exchange Agency in New Windsor. Ted Blaser continues to work with clients from the Moline office, while Insurance Exchange Agency clients are primarily serviced out of the Galesburg office.

February 2024

Porter-Hay Insurance purchased North-And Co Agency, a unique agency that sells crop insurance and operates as a commodities brokerage in Galva. Dave North and Jim Anderson continue to work with clients from Galva.

Independent Insurance Guidance

As an independent insurance agency, Porter-Hay Insurance can help clients review options from multiple insurance companies. That means our agents can compare coverage, pricing, and policy features to help find protection that fits your situation.

We serve many insurance needs, including personal insurance, farm and crop insurance, business insurance, life and health insurance, school insurance, and municipality and public entity insurance.

Our Mission Statement

At Porter-Hay Insurance, we are strong members of our communities and will continue to keep customer service as our priority. We invest in our employees through training and encourage them to become insurance professionals. We will continue to build the Porter-Hay brand through expansion, acquisition opportunities, and investments in technology.

Strong people and strong partners. Porter-Hay Insurance is here to provide you with security and peace of mind.

Local Offices, Personal Service

Porter-Hay Insurance has convenient office locations in Alexis, Andalusia, Aledo, Galva, Galesburg, Monmouth, Moline, and Oquawka. Whether you need help with a personal policy, farm coverage, business insurance, employee benefits, or specialized coverage, our team is ready to help.

Contact Porter-Hay Insurance

Ready to review your coverage or learn more about our agency? Contact Porter-Hay Insurance at one of our local offices or fill out our online form. Our agents will walk you through your options and help you find coverage that fits your needs.

Local People

We live and work in the communities we serve.

Trusted Guidance

Experienced agents you can count on for honest advice.

Independent Choice

We work with multiple companies to help find the right fit.

Here for You

From first quote to claim and beyond, we’re here to help.