We’ve been helping our neighbors protect what matters most since 1910—so you could say we’ve had wings in the Insurance world for quite a while. What started in Paulding, Douglas, Polk, and Cobb Counties has taken flight across the entire state of Georgia (and even beyond).
At Byrd & Essigmann Insurance, we’re a service-first flock. We believe Insurance shouldn’t leave you feeling like a bird with ruffled feathers, so we focus on education, honesty, and treating every customer with the respect they deserve. You worked hard to build your nest—our job is to help protect it.
And let’s clear the air: Insurance is not a one-Byrd-fits-all solution. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, work closely with trusted insurance carriers, and tailor coverage that truly fits your needs. As life changes, we conduct annual insurance reviews to make sure your coverage still helps you soar instead of leaving you grounded.
With two convenient locations in Paulding and Polk Counties, we proudly serve all of Georgia and are licensed in over 30 states nationwide. Whether you’re protecting your family, your business, or both, we’re here to help you rest easy—no need to wing it when it comes to insurance.
Services
Automobile Coverage
On average, people spend more than 15 hours per week in their cars—that’s a lot of time to be on the road without the right coverage...
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Homeowners Insurance
Every bird builds a nest a little differently — and every homeowner does, too. Some nests are cozy cottages, some are two-story stunners, some sit lakeside, and others perch proudly in the perfect neighborhood...
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Motorcycle Insurance
Your motorcycle isn’t just transportation — it’s freedom, adrenaline, and maybe even your favorite escape from the nest. The right coverage keeps one unexpected gust of wind from knocking you off course...
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Watercraft & Boat Insurance
Whether you’re gliding across the lake like a graceful swan or zipping through waves like a playful kingfisher, being on the water feels like pure freedom. But even the cleverest water birds know — it’s smart to protect your feathers before leaving the shore..
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Personal Umbrella Insurance
Home and auto insurance are key to protecting your nest, but even the strongest nests have limits. A personal umbrella policy gives your flock extra protection when standard policies aren’t enough. Think of it as a wide, protective wing that shields everything you’ve worked hard to build...
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Running a business without General Liability insurance is like leaving your nest unguarded—one lawsuit and you could be picking up the pieces. This coverage protects you if someone gets hurt, property is damaged, or you face a legal squawk from your operations or products.
What’s in the Nest:
- Bodily Injury: medical costs, loss of services, and wrongful death claims—no need to ruffle feathers
- Property Damage: if someone else’s stuff gets damaged, you’re covered
- Products & Completed Operations: protects you if your product or service causes trouble
- Contractual & Other Protections: legal defense costs, non-owned vehicles, fire/water damage, and more—everything to keep your business from flying the coop
Keep your nest safe, your feathers smooth, and your business soaring high! 
- Crop Insurance: Protects your harvest from disasters like tornadoes, wildfires, or floods. Be honest about planted acreage to ensure full reimbursement.
- Livestock Insurance: Covers animals in transit, at auctions, or high-value stock like stud animals. Poultry, dairy, and pasture coverage available.
- Farm Equipment Insurance: Tractors, combines, trailers, and irrigation equipment are costly—insurance helps you stay operational if they’re damaged.
- Workers’ Compensation: Keeps your employees—and your nestlings—protected if someone is injured on the job.
- Property & Equipment
- Workers’ Comp
- Cyber & Professional Liability
- And more!
From painters who spill to mechanics who bump, we’ve got your nest covered. Your tools, clients’ property, and your business—protected so your feathers stay unruffled.
Call your Byrd Insurance Agent today and let your business fly high!
Madge Lovingood
Founder, CEO
Chris Essigmann
Founder, CEO
Stacy Ball
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Anslee Cole
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Connor Hynek
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Rebecca Sheffielf
Account Manager
Naira Alamilla
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Tammy Pointer
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