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Cole Barber Desjardins Insurance Agent

Updated 2026-07-24 · 1,697 reviewed · 415 listed · Scored from 220 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(220) 92 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Auto InsuranceIndependent Multi-Carrier BrokerHome & Property InsuranceLife Insurance
Cole Barber Desjardins Insurance Agent
Services
Auto Insurance, Independent Multi-Carrier Broker, Home & Property Insurance
Reviews
220

What recent reviews say

Cole Barber Desjardins stand out for answering phones with a real person instead of automated menus, and staff like Karly, Chris, and Cole solve problems without the pushy sales tactics customers expect elsewhere. Reviewers consistently praise quick quotes (within 10-15 minutes), fair prices that undercut major banks, and follow-up that feels genuine rather than transactional.

The team handles everything from motorcycles and unusual vehicles to boats and business coverage, with attentiveness that spans years of loyalty. Long-time clients mention three generations of Barber family service; newer customers report being reached quickly, getting answers on the first call, and walking away confident they have the right coverage at the right rate.

Praised for
  • direct phone access to real people
  • knowledgeable, attentive staff
  • competitive pricing
  • quick turnaround on quotes and policies
  • professional, stress-free service
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Best for: customers who value direct phone contact, detailed explanations, and fair pricing over online-only or fully automated services.

Strengths

  • answer calls with a real person, no automated menus
  • quotes delivered within 10-15 minutes
  • coverage for vehicles others decline
  • long-term family relationships spanning generations

Worth knowing

  • Karly Wilcox quoted two different policies within 10-15 minutes for one customer
  • Chris Greco handles first-time motorcycle riders with patient, non-pushy approach
  • Cole Barber manages both auto and home insurance for clients
  • Karly expedited a boat policy on requested date
  • Chris Greco picked up calls in one ring
  • Kelly Hull paid $2,200.86 for auto insurance, less than TD quote
  • team willing to insure motorcycles and unusual vehicles other agents decline

What reviews say by service

Auto Insurance
Reviewers praised quick quotes, fair pricing, and smooth processes for cars, motorcycles, and bikes.
Home & Property Insurance
Cole handled auto and home insurance together with attentive service and competitive rates.
Business & Commercial Insurance
Karly helped source business insurance for a client's son quickly and with clear explanations.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.08 average across the 263 auto insurance businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 88
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
209
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9
3
0
2
1
1
1

Common questions

Can I speak to a real person when I call?
Yes. Reviewers note they reach a real agent immediately without navigating automated menus or phone trees.
How fast can you quote a policy?
Karly provided two different quotes within 10-15 minutes; Chris picked up calls in one ring and delivered tenant insurance the same day.
Do you insure motorcycles and unusual vehicles?
Yes. Reviewers mention coverage for bikes, motorcycles (including first-time riders), boats, and a DRZ that other insurers declined.

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Last updated 2026-07-24