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Durfey-Hoover-Bowden Insurance We offer access to multiple insurance companies for your homeowner, auto, or other insurance needs. Whether you're in need of liability or property insurance, we've got your business covered. If you have been in an accident or your property has been damaged, it is important to report your claim as soon as possible. The insurance industry has changed and not necessarily for the better. Companies are spending billions of dollars on commercials that say little more than how cheap they are or how quickly you can get a quote.
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Our company was founded over 80 years ago, and since then, it has remained in the family and centered on exceptional services to friends, neighbors, families, and business in Raleigh, North Carolina. You won't be forced to speak to a robot when you call us, and you'll enjoy the friendliness and convenience of our staff.
We're in the same business today that we were in seventy five years ago: providing personal and commercial insurance and sound insurance advice for North Carolina businesses and residents. For four generations, we have been a family run agency in Raleigh that prides itself on a strong knowledge of the insurance industry matched with prompt and personal care for our customers. As independent agents, we represent many insurance companies and choose from among those companies the ones that best suit you.
Paul is a native of Raleigh. After working 2 years for the State Employees Credit Union, he joined the family owned agency, Durfey-Hoover Insurance, in 1974. Over the years, he has been active in insurance education; teaching classes in insurance for the insurance associations and for Triangle Insurance Institute.
Personal insurance protects your way of life. We work with you to create a personal insurance program to fit your individual needs. As an independent insurance agency, we have access to multiple insurance companies and can shop to find the coverage you need at very competitive pricing. We are the product of four generations of insurance providers, and we have the flexibility, knowledge, and integrity that you are looking for in your insurance agent.Providing personal attention and sound insurance advice to our customers is the reason we have been in business for over eighty years.
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Ricky Brown
Jul 04, 2021
I have been with Duffrey-Hoover-Bowden for a little over 13 years. This includes home and auto insurance. The people here are amazing and have always take care of all my questions immediately. The service has a family feel to it. I have been working with Mike the entire time. He has helped me compare rates and helped me personalize my insurance for my family.

I have been able to call him direct with any issues. Thanks DHB and Mike, we always appreciate your amazing commitment to your customers and for giving me a good laugh as well.
Amos Slaymaker
Jun 26, 2021
Fantastic customer service and value. I've had nothing but good experiences with Mike Bowden and the Durfey-Hoover-Bowden agency. Mike does a great job explaining my options and is always fast to respond to phone calls and emails.
Jeff Walters
Jun 01, 2021
For over 15 years, I relied on Durfey-Hoover-Bowden for all of my insurance needs. At one point we had 3 rental properties, 2 homes and 3 cars on our policy. Unfortunately, Travelers Insurance increased my rates mid-term with no explanation or notice. The first I learned of the rate change was after they sent me a bill for the rate change and a late service charge.

When I contacted the agency they offered a vague explanation and insisted that Travelers sent a prior invoice. Instead of trying to understand why I would be upset they chose to go into great detail as to why I was wrong. For 15 years I paid my bills in full, well in advance of the due date. Because of the poor service, I cancelled all of my insurance and moved it to USAA where I saved $487.05.

They also treated me like my business was valuable to them. A month later I received another bill from Travelers for $17 cancellation fee and $6 service charge. I guess that is their way of saying thanks for 15 years of loyalty.
Brad Breeding
Jan 28, 2021
We have used DHBI for a number of years for some of our business policies. Recently we had to add some additional coverages in fairly short order. Patty was incredible. Not only did she get something in place within a couple of days, but was so knowledgeable in the process. She suggested some things that I would never have even known to ask about. So impressed.
Dan Smith
Jan 05, 2021
Mandi Baldwin has been great to work with. Super responsive and flexible as I have had to change over multiple vehicles and added my homeowners policy. They work with Erie and one of the best companies to save us money based on our family size and needs. Would recommend Durfey-Hoover-Bowden to any of my NC connections. Great work!
Walters Landscapes
Nov 14, 2020
Mike Bowden and Julie Hamaker have been taking care of my business and personal insurance needs for many years and I couldn't be happier. I continue to have a great experience with every situation and question or concern that may arise. Between them, they have many attributes: a solid character, strong work ethic, extensive knowledge in the insurance field, excellent communication skills, personable, high level of integrity, and always professional.

As a business owner, insurance is a large and important part, and I wouldn't want anyone else handling my insurance needs. They always go above and beyond in order to put their customer first and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for personal and/or business insurance.
Kate J.
Oct 27, 2020
As a client for over 13 years, DHB has exceeded all expectations as our insurance agent! Super responsive and knowledgeable! They always make me feel like I'm their most important client and continue to look out for my family.
Jonathan Kane
Sep 04, 2020
Mike Bowden is an excellent insurance professional. He has helped me through downed trees, hail damage, car accidents etc. Personally I feel like being trustworthy is what I most value in an insurance agent. I can personally vouch for Mike and his team. Thanks Mike
Mark Davis
Aug 22, 2020
I've been working with Mike Bowden for my home and auto insurance needs for nearly 10 years. Mike is always very helpful in answering my questions and making sure I have the appropriate level of coverage while tracking down the best deal for me. I highly recommend Durfey-Hoover-Bowden insurance!
Jason Ibrahim
Jun 20, 2020
We have used Michael Bowden's services for over 10 years now, personally and for our Heating and Air Conditioning company. I have personally known Michael for over 30 years and have nothing but great things to say! I would recommend using their services to all of my friends and family!
Tyler Dickinson
Dec 04, 2019
Working with Mike is great! Very professional. We've enjoyed working with him on our home, auto and business insurance. Saved us money and made it very easy to switch.
Usman Ahmad
Oct 23, 2018
Awesome people to deal with. Mike and Julie have been taking care of my personal and business needs over a decade. My entire family and circle of friends is always referred to Mike Bowden for any insurnace needs. Mike takes the time to explain everything in details and handles all of your insurnace needs in extreme professional manner. Keep up the great work guys.