Contractors insurance in Waukegan, IL

Contractors face licensing, certificate-of-insurance, and workers' compensation requirements that vary by state and project.

3independent agencies listed
1with 20+ year records
3serving businesses too

Waukegan, IL market figures computed from public licensing records as of 2026. “Records” reflect each agency’s earliest entry in the licensing file — see how we source data.

Contractors coverage to consider

  • General liability
  • Workers' compensation
  • Commercial auto
  • Tools & equipment (inland marine)
  • Surety & license bonds
  • Umbrella / excess liability

Coverage needs vary. A licensed agent will help you decide what applies — we don't provide quotes or advice.

The Waukegan customer base

Business coverage conversations start with who you serve. These figures sketch the households behind local demand in Waukegan.

89,076residents
32,042households
$71,919median household income
$190,900median home value

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024), for Waukegan.

Disaster history in Lake County

Federal disaster declarations are public FEMA records of the events that have hit Lake County hardest. They're useful context when deciding which coverages and limits matter here.

7federal disaster declarations since 2000
Snowstormmost common declared peril (3x)
2013most recent: Flood

Source: FEMA public records (disaster declarations), county-level figures for Lake County.

Independent agencies in Waukegan

3 businesses listed from public licensing records. Preferred Agencies are clearly labeled and shown first; other listings are alphabetical. Listings are not endorsements.

Carl E Mellen & Co

Waukegan, IL

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In records since 2008 · NPN 13987 · public licensing record

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HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2006 · NPN 2100225 · public licensing record

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HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2021 · NPN 16553473 · public licensing record

Source: Public licensing records: Texas DOI (Socrata) + Florida DFS bulk file; Iowa open data (CC-BY 4.0) for contact enrichment.

Frequently asked questions

How many independent agencies can help with contractors insurance in Waukegan, IL?

Public licensing records list 3 independent agencies in Waukegan, Illinois with qualifications that match contractors insurance, within Lake County. Listings are public-record based and are not endorsements.

Can I compare contractors insurance with agencies near Waukegan?

Yes. You can request quotes in Waukegan, or browse Deerfield, Lake Zurich, Libertyville to compare independent agencies in nearby markets in Lake County.

What happens after I request contractors insurance quotes in Waukegan?

Tell us what you need once. We show who may contact you, then connect you with a licensed independent agency serving Waukegan. We are not an insurance agency and we do not sell your information into a bidding marketplace.

Do I need workers' compensation if I'm a sole proprietor?

States have specific rules for sole proprietors and subcontractors. A licensed agent can review whether you need coverage or an exemption based on how your business is set up and where you operate.

Can an agency issue certificates of insurance quickly?

Most independent agencies issue certificates of insurance (COIs) for general contractors and project owners. Ask about turnaround time when an agency contacts you.

Tell us what you need once.

We'll connect you with an independent agency serving Waukegan, and you'll always know who may contact you.

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