From the time they walk in through their training and certification to becoming a member on-site or working towards an advanced degree, our staff is highly trained in the insurance field.
Wide range of products
Because we’re an independent insurance firm, we have access to a wide range of insurance products to meet the needs and preferences of every client.
Educational Approach
We educate our clients about different insurance concepts rather than force them to buy a financial product. This enables us to build long-lasting high-trust relationships with clients.
Tailored insurance plans
There is no one-size-fits-all option when it comes to insurance. We know that every person has unique needs and wants, which is why our team of experts can create tailored plans just for you!
At Hecht-Stout Insurance Agency, Dunlap, IL, the goal is to deliver quality service and professional care to all clients.
Hecht-Stout Insurance is one of central Illinois’ oldest independent, locally-owned insurance agencies, providing exceptional insurance services to individuals, families, and businesses since 1956.
Hecht-Stout Insurance Agency has the advantage of making our clients our top priority.
Large national brokers may offer a vast array of products, but you are a number, not a name. Small brokerage firms can provide personal services, but many need more depth of products and services to handle resilient problems. At Hecht-Stout Insurance, we will customize the best insurance package using the comprehensive range of companies and products along with unmatched service to meet your needs.
Hecht-Stout’s team of brokers comprises seasoned professionals who take a personal interest in meeting your needs. We are backed by the negotiating power and support services of an efficient system that has successfully served clients throughout central Illinois for over six decades.
Hecht-Stout Insurance Agency is one of central Illinois’ oldest independent, locally-owned insurance agencies, providing exceptional insurance services to individuals, families, and businesses since 1956.
has the advantage of making our clients our top priority.
You can count on us for high-quality services because our professionals have been in the industry long enough to know what matters most to you: good customer service and quality guidance.
Personal Insurance
Hechtstout Insurance, located in Dunlap, IL, can play a crucial role in your financial stability by providing personal insurance that protects your assets.
Hechtstout Insurance, located in Dunlap, IL, can play a crucial role in your financial stability by providing personal insurance that protects your assets.
While on vacation in Europe, you lose the tote bag with everyone’s passports.
Solution
Your homeowner's policy can help with the cost of replacing passports and other valuable papers.
Fire Coverage
Risk Factors
You act quickly and prevent a grease fire from getting out of control, but smoke damages the counters and cabinets in your kitchen.
Solution
Property coverage in your policy can help if your house is damaged by fire or smoke.
Theft Coverage
Risk Factors
You return from a family vacation to discover thieves have stolen electronic equipment from your media room.
Solution
If your possessions are stolen, damaged, or destroyed in an insured loss, your coverage can help replace them up to the policy’s stated limits.
Medical Payments Coverage
Risk Factors
A guest at your annual Fourth of July barbecue trips on the steps between your deck and the lawn fracturing his wrist when he falls against a stone retaining wall.
Solution
Medical payments coverage can cover the medical costs if a visitor is hurt on your property, regardless of liability.
Additional Living Expenses Coverage
Risk Factors
You heard the warning sirens and escaped uninjured, but you can’t live in your house while tornado damage is repaired.
Solution
Coverage for additional living expenses can help with the extra cost of a temporary relocation caused by a covered event.
Personal Possessions Coverage
Risk Factors
You mastered the basics of surfing during lessons in Hawaii, but your wedding ring is stolen.
Solution
With personal possessions coverage, lost jewelry is covered up to your policy limits.
Property coverage
Risk Factors
You’ve lit several candles — which unintentionally start a small fire in your apartment.
Solution
Property coverage under your renter's policy may help if a personal property like a sofa and a bookcase are damaged by fire.
Testimonials
Jill C
“Hecht-Stout's staff has always more than met our expectations. We so appreciate the excellent service they have given us over the years”
Robert Adams
“Gregory Gerontes and his team are exceptional. They are very kind, professional, and go out of their way to meet your needs. I would highly recommend Gregory for all of your insurance.”I highly recommend them.
M. B., Practice Manager
“We recently suffered damage to our medical practice’s entire computer data system. Hecht-Stout Insurance stepped in and was right there for us when we needed them the most.”
“Hecht-Stout's staff has always more than met our expectations. We so appreciate the excellent service they have given us over the years”
Jill C
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Gregory Gerontes and his team are exceptional. They are very kind, professional, and go out of their way to meet your needs. I would highly recommend Gregory for all of your insurance.” I highly recommend them.
Robert Adams
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“We recently suffered damage to our medical practice’s entire computer data system. Hecht-Stout Insurance stepped in and was right there for us when we needed them the most.”
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