Deland, Gibson Insurance Associates, Inc.

08/18/2026

🏠 Do you know what it would cost to rebuild your home?

Many homeowners know their home's market value, but that's not the number your insurance coverage should be based on.

With rising construction costs and inflation, replacement costs have changed significantly over the past few years. That's why reviewing your coverage regularly is so important.

In this video, Risk Advisor Nanci Cicchetti explains the difference between market value and replacement cost, and why understanding that difference can help ensure you're properly protected if the unexpected happens.

08/12/2026

A perfect summer night at Lookout Farm with the DG team ☀️

Great food, great company, and a chance to spend some time together outside of work. Grateful to be part of a team that knows how to work hard and have fun together!

Thanks Lookout Farm for a fantastic night! 🍻

07/30/2026

Homeowners insurance costs are rising, but you have options.🏠

Risk Advisor Nanci Cicchetti breaks down how to manage rising costs without sacrificing the protection you need.

Many of the biggest homeowners claims start small: a burst pipe, a slow leak, a failing appliance. Preventing water damage protects your home and may qualify you for discounts.

The goal isn't simply a lower premium. It's coverage that fits your home and works the way you expect when something happens.

07/15/2026

You finished the basement. Your teenager got their license. You started working from home.

An online insurance quote doesn't know any of that.

That's why getting a quote is only one part of the process.

In this video, Nanci Cicchetti, Risk Advisor at Deland, Gibson, talks about the difference between getting a price and getting advice.

We start by understanding what's changed in your life and identifying anything that could create an issue down the road if it's missed.

The goal isn't finding the cheapest policy.

The goal is making sure the policy works when you need it.

06/16/2026

Congratulations to Franklin High School seniors Jacob Keras and Ashton Levesque, who recently completed internships with us and earned A+ grades on their senior projects.

Throughout their internship experience, Jacob and Ashton brought curiosity, professionalism, and a willingness to learn. They asked thoughtful questions, embraced new opportunities, and made a positive impression on everyone they worked with.

This month, they graduated from Franklin High School.

We're glad they chose to spend part of their senior year with us, and we look forward to seeing what's next for both of them.

Congratulations, Jacob and Ashton, and best of luck in your next chapter.

06/15/2026

The job comes down to one thing: asking the next question.

Not the obvious ones. Those get asked. The next one. That's where you usually find what actually matters...the contract exposure no one flagged, the gap that doesn't show up until something goes wrong.

That's been true at Deland, Gibson since 1900. It's still true now.

We just redesigned our website to better reflect how we actually work. Our CEO Chip Gibson wrote about why.

The longer I do this, the more I believe the job comes down to one thing: asking the next question. Not the obvious ones. Those get asked. The next one. ... Read More

06/10/2026

Deland, Gibson is proud to support the LennyMade Foundation through a fundraising effort running now through June 19.

Founded in memory of our friend and former colleague, John “Lenny” Leonard, the LennyMade Foundation helps individuals and families navigate grief through connection, support, and community—ensuring no one faces loss alone.

To contribute, donations can be made via Venmo at or by check payable to LennyMade Foundation, Inc., mailed to P.O. Box 419, Humarock, MA 02047. Please include “Deland, Gibson” in the note when donating.

Every contribution makes a meaningful impact in supporting families through grief.

Learn more: https://lennymadefoundation.org/

06/09/2026

🚧 If OSHA showed up at your construction site tomorrow, would your written safety program be ready?

Many contractors don't think about their written safety program until someone asks to see it.

Unfortunately, that request often comes after an injury, during an OSHA inspection, or when a claim is being investigated.

When that happens, it's important to have documentation that shows what safety expectations were in place, how they were communicated, and how they were enforced.

A written safety program isn't just about compliance. It helps create consistency across jobsites, gives employees clear expectations, and provides a foundation for a stronger safety culture.

If your company doesn't have a written safety program—or if it hasn't been updated in years—now is a good time to take a closer look.

Read the full article here:
https://delandgibson.com/written-safety-program-construction-business/

A construction safety program protects more than your crew. Here's what it costs when you don't have one—and where it shows up on your bottom line.

05/14/2026

We have some exciting news to share! 🎉

Deland, Gibson has moved up to #13 on the BBJ's Largest Insurance Brokers in Massachusetts list, making us the largest independent property & casualty agency headquartered in Massachusetts.

None of this happens without the people behind it. Thank you to our amazing clients, our incredible team, and the communities we call home.

View our full press release here:

Agency Climbs to #13 on the Boston Business Journal’s Largest Insurance Brokers List WELLESLEY HILLS, MA — Deland, Gibson Insurance Associates, Inc. has once again been recognized by the Boston Business ... Read More