Umbrella Insurance

An extra layer of protection when you need it

Experiencing a major insurance claim or lawsuit could lead to personal financial loss if costs exceed coverage provided by your standard homeowners and auto policies. We will help protect your financial future.

Additional coverage for an extra layer of protection

Umbrella insurance has an unusual name, but it is a simple concept–it is an extra liability policy for added peace of mind. Most commonly, umbrella insurance is something you get in addition to either a car insurance or homeowners insurance policy.

Focuses primarily on liability claims

Umbrella insurance is specifically about liability, which is the cost you might have to pay to somebody else for an unfortunate event where you are held responsible. It does not usually include losses you bear yourself, such as if your property is damaged or your possessions are stolen.

Pays out when liability coverage limits are not enough

You'd usually get umbrella insurance when your main insurance policy has liability coverage limits that are too low for your needs. Umbrella insurance will only pay out when your main policy has already paid out in full, and it will only pay out the remainder of your costs.

How does umbrella insurance work?

For example, if your auto policy covers liability up to $500,000 but you cause an accident that leaves the other driver with medical bills of $600,000, your main policy will pay out in full, and the umbrella insurance policy will kick in for the remaining $100,000.

Is umbrella coverage right for your needs?

The umbrella insurance policy itself will have its own limit, but this is less likely to be an issue. An umbrella insurance policy can be cheaper than you might think. While it covers large potential payouts, the premium usually reflects the reduced risk that the policy will need to pay out.

Talk with us about adding a cost-effective umbrella insurance policy to your account. It is easy and provides the additional protection needed to protect you and your family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a personal umbrella policy cover?

Umbrella insurance adds extra liability limits above your auto and home policies. It may help protect assets when a serious auto accident, guest injury, or other liability claim exceeds underlying limits.

When should I review personal umbrella limits?

After buying a home, adding a teen driver, hiring household staff, or increasing net worth. Many Chicagoland families review umbrella limits during annual renewals.

How much umbrella coverage do Illinois families typically need?

There is no single answer—limits depend on assets, income, and risk exposure. We often start by aligning umbrella limits with home value, vehicles, and lifestyle factors.

Do umbrella policies require minimum underlying auto and home limits?

Yes. Carriers usually require certain liability limits on underlying policies before umbrella coverage attaches. We coordinate those limits so there is no gap between policies.

How does an independent agency help me compare Umbrella options?

As an independent agency in Roselle, we compare Umbrella Insurance options from multiple carriers instead of a single company menu. That helps Illinois clients find coverage that fits their risks, contracts, and budget—with local follow-up when questions or claims come up.