Gates Cole - Who Are We

Gates - Cole Insurance... Serving our community for a better tomorrow...

Gates-Cole Associates, Inc. is an independent agency that represents several quality insurance companies.

Our staff of proven professionals are caring and conscientious people. We work to establish a relationship based on mutual trust and quality service.

Throughout our many years in business, we have helped many clients through difficult times, and have helped secure their most valued assets. We provide a level of service unmatched by anyone in the business. It is now, and always has been, our personal attention to detail and firm commitment to excellence that sets us apart from the others. Our long tradition of excellence provides a sturdy building block on which we continue to grow and prosper.

What We Believe In

to be honest and fair in all our dealings.
to be interested in people and their problems.
to treat our client's needs as though they were our own.

Our Company History

Gates-Cole Insurance Agency was established in 1972 by Gene Cole and Ed Gates. We are, and always have been, locally owned and operated.

Gates-Cole currently insures over 8,000 individuals and families as well as 1,500 local businesses. We are fully automated and our first priority is to always be there for our customers.

We provide free quotes and every customer has a personal agent to answer their questions. We have served Upstate New York for nearly 80 years and have built a reputation that speaks for itself. Please contact us by phone or e-mail so we can serve your insurance needs.

We are Professional Insurance Agents

As an independent insurance agency, Gates-Cole has the ability to offer several different types of coverage from a wide array of companies. Our thorough understanding of your insurance needs, large or small, business or individual, will help us develop the most effective, affordable program for you.

Our carefully assembled team of professionals has diverse, in depth knowledge and experience in all areas of insurance. We have a genuine interest in finding the right solutions for you or your business. Gates-Cole Insurance Agency tends to your present needs, always anticipating the changes in the future.