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DFB Insurance Group traces our roots back to 1925. Over the last almost 90 years, we have built a reputation for honest, efficient, and professional service. We are a full service insurance agency providing property, casualty, life insurance, health insurance and employee benefits for businesses, families, and individuals.
DFB Insurance Group is one of the largest independent insurance agencies in Texas. Currently we have operations in Pampa, Amarillo, Borger and Arlington, Texas. We work with clients in a wide range of industries and our commercial clients include public entities, privately held corporations, and non-profit organizations. We are capable of providing insurance in all 50 states and have helped place insurance for companies with international operations as well.
In 2001, Duncan, Fraser & Bridges was chosen to be the 20th Agency member of Combined Agents of America. Combined Agents of America (CAA) is a group of independently owned and operated agencies located in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas. In 2013, we collectively produced over $500 million in premium making CAA, and today DFB Insurance Group, one of the largest insurance agencies in America, at over $700 million in premium.
Starting in 2010, DFB Insurance Group was recognized as a Best Practices Agency by the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America. Now, we have been a Best Practices Agency 4 years running, 2010-2013 with great expectations to make the list in 2014. Each year, we are among over 1,200 independent agencies nominated by our peers and only 224 qualified for this honor. We are proud of our staff and their hard work that helped us to achieve this recognition by our peers.
Our mission is to build and maintain a close relationship with our clients, enabling us to properly service their risk management needs. We build lasting relationships with our clients by understanding their goals and exceeding their expectations. Our long term success is a result of the business philosophy that we have maintained since our inception in 1925.
If you are needing to rent portable toilets for a special event, need a trash trailer, or are looking for a pump septic tank or grease trap, B & C Portables is the place to get what you need!
Why did you decide to start this business?
The original owner retired, and my son was working for him, so I bought the business from Brian.
How has business been so far?
Business has been great. We always make it through the hard times.
What makes your business different?
Customer relations.
What were you doing before you started this business?
I was an office manager for a drilling company.
Tell us a bit about you, where are you originally from?
I was born and raised in Borger. I left this area for 15 years to work in Corpus Christi and came back and went to work for B & C.
Tell us something you want others to know about Charlotte Ison the person, not the business person?
I have one son. I am 67 years old. My health is not good. I have two grand sons I really enjoy.
What are your thoughts on shopping locally?
Shop Pampa first.
What's one way you think Pampa could help its local businesses?
They could cut the business a little slack by helping us operate at a lower rate.
Charlotte Ison is currently selling B & C Portables. Below are some questions regarding that.
Why are you selling your business?
Medical issues.
What all does your business do?
We rent portable toilets and trash trailers, pump septic tanks, and grease traps.
What all does your business have? (Equipment, trailers, etc.)
Restrooms, trailer mounted units, handicapped units, utility trailers, freighliner, six pump tracks, and two and a half acres of land.
Did you enjoy your business? If so, what was one thing you liked most about it?
Yes, customer relations.
What are you planning to do after you sell your business?
Retire.
Remember to go to B & C Portables for your portable toilet and trash trailer needs. Tell them that PampaTX.com sent you!
Come out and join Bob Douthit Autos at their annual pool party on August 19th! The pool party is for the community and employees to enjoy. Bob Douthit want to give back to the community for using their services and want to show that they care about their customers. They first started doing the pool party when the pool first opened and it's been so fun they have one every year! So grab your swim suit and towel, and have some fun in the sun. You know your kids and you will enjoy it.
When it comes to septic service, the name to trust is Reed's Pumping Service. Reed's Pumping Service is a locally owned business that is passionate about the City of Pampa and their business. "This is not just a job, it is my livelihood. I grew up in a family plumbing business and have been in building trades a good part of my life. I am willing to admit when I am unable to help and I'm also willing to help our customers find a solution to their issues." said Roy Reed, Owner of Reed's Pumping Service. We caught up with Mr. Reed and asked him a few questions regarding his business.
Why did you decide to start this business?
The opportunity to own my own business was to hard to pass up.
How has business been so far?
We have loyal, long-term customers both residential and commercial. We are very blessed and hopeful to build more relationships in the future.
What makes your business different?
We try to give every customer personalized service with great attention to their individual needs. We are also family owned.
What were you doing before you started this business?
I worked for another company doing the same type of work. I also have a long background in plumbing and maintenance.
Tell us a bit about you, where are you originally from?
I was born and raised here in Pampa. I spent 14 years in the Fort Worth area but moved back to Pampa in 2000.
Tell us something you want others to know about Roy Reed the person, not the business person?
I am passionate about Pampa's growth and passionate about bringing new opportunities and businesses to attract new people to Pampa. It would help tremendously in helping keep our young people here in Pampa.
What are your thoughts on shopping locally?
I am adamant about shopping locally. We always try to shop here before going anywhere else.
What's one way you think Pampa could help its local businesses?
By shopping here first, or at least giving us an opportunity to give you our best price.
Reed's Pumping Service has been providing top notch service to Pampa and the surrounding area since 2004. They are always looking to expand their clientele so give them a call at (806) 669-3682 for all your septic cleaning needs! Tell them pampatx.com sent you!
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