Land Improvement Contractors Insurance Experts

Your California Construction Insurance Partner.
For 17 years, we've been the trusted cornerstone of California construction enterprises, providing rock-solid protection for your projects and your peace of mind.

We Offer Specialized Insurance for Construction and Renewable Energy Innovators

Whether you're grading rugged terrain, installing solar farms under the sun, or laying conduit for tomorrow's infrastructure, construction comes with risks. That's where we come in. Our insurance solutions are designed specifically for land improvement contractors handling paving, sewer systems, water lines, excavation, and more, as well as renewable energy specialists building wind farms and solar installations. With decades of industry expertise, we provide tailored policies that cover everything from equipment breakdowns to environmental liabilities—ensuring your business thrives without interruptions.

At DEJ Insurance, we understand the unique and complex risks involved in building renewable energy infrastructure. That's why we specialize in construction insurance for windmills, providing comprehensive coverage tailored to the intricacies of wind farm development in California. From safeguarding against property damage and equipment breakdowns to addressing liability and project delays, we're dedicated to ensuring your wind energy ventures are protected every step of the way.

Why choose DEJ?

Industry Expertise: Our team has deep knowledge of construction and renewable sectors, including OSHA compliance, environmental regulations, and project-specific hazards.Customized Coverage: From general liability and workers' compensation to builders' risk and pollution liability, we craft policies that fit your operations like a glove.Fast Claims Support: We partner with top carriers to ensure quick resolutions, minimizing downtime for your crews.Commitment to Sustainability: As advocates for renewable energy, we prioritize eco-friendly practices and offer green incentives where possible.

What We Do

With research and input from contractors in the land improvement industry, we have put together a program that will be beneficial to your company.Our LAND IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS INSURANCE PROGRAM was specifically created to insure those risks unique to land improvement contractors such as:Subsidence
Underground Property Damage
OCIP
In addition to the specialty coverages listed above, we offer the following:General Liability
Property
Automobile
Inland Marine
Worker's Compensation

At DEJ Insurance, we understand the unique and complex risks involved in building renewable energy infrastructure. That's why we specialize in construction insurance for windmills, providing comprehensive coverage tailored to the intricacies of wind farm development in California. From safeguarding against property damage and equipment breakdowns to addressing liability and project delays, we're dedicated to ensuring your wind energy ventures are protected every step of the way.

Services

Subsidence

In the context of contractor's insurance, subsidence refers to the gradual sinking or settling of the ground's surface. This can be caused by a variety of factors, both natural and human-made, and is a significant concern for land improvement contractors.

Underground Property Damage

(UPD) refers to damage to property that is beneath the surface of the ground or water. This is a critical risk for contractors involved in excavation, grading, trenching, and other land improvement activities.

OCIP

OCIP (Owner-Controlled Insurance Program) is a specialized type of "wrap-up" insurance. It's an alternative to the traditional model where each contractor and subcontractor on a project buys their own individual insurance policies.


Comprehensive Insurance Solutions for Construction and Renewable Energy

CoverageBenefitsIdeal For
General Liability InsuranceCovers third-party injuries, property damage, and legal fees arising from your work sites.All contractors, especially those in excavation or paving where accidents can occur.
Workers' CompensationProtects your team against job-related injuries or illnesses, including medical costs and lost wages.Land improvement crews handling heavy equipment or renewable installers working at heights.
Builders' Risk InsuranceSafeguards projects under construction against theft, fire, vandalism, or natural disasters.Wind farm and solar farm installations, where materials and timelines are critical.
Commercial Auto InsuranceInsures your fleet of trucks, excavators, and vehicles used for grading, conduit laying, or site transport.Sewer, water, and paving contractors relying on mobile operations.
Environmental/Pollution LiabilityAddresses cleanup costs and claims from spills, leaks, or emissions during your projects.Renewable energy pros dealing with solar panels or wind turbines, plus excavation teams.
Equipment Breakdown CoverageRepairs or replaces machinery failures, including cranes, graders, or solar inverters.All specialties, from conduit installation to full-scale land improvements.

Group Captive Insurance

A Strategic Insurance Solution for Well-Run Businesses

For many California businesses, traditional commercial insurance has become increasingly unpredictable—rising premiums, reduced carrier appetite, and little recognition for strong safety performance. Group Captive Insurance offers an alternative model designed for disciplined companies that want greater control, transparency, and long-term stability in their insurance program.At DEJ Insurance, we take a conservative, advisory-first approach to group captive insurance. Our role is to help you determine whether a captive is truly appropriate for your business, guide you into a well-structured program, and support you over the long term.

What is Group Captive Insurance?

A group captive insurance program is an insurance structure owned by a group of independent businesses with similar risk profiles. Instead of paying all premiums to a traditional carrier, members participate in the underwriting results of the program.In a group captive:
+Members pay premiums into a captive structure
+Each company retains a defined layer of risk
+Excess losses are protected through reinsurance
+Favorable loss performance can generate surplus and dividends
This approach aligns cost with performance and rewards companies that invest in safety, claims management, and operational discipline.Group captives are most commonly used for workers’ compensation, general liability, and auto liability, particularly in California’s challenging insurance market.
For many California businesses, traditional commercial insurance has become increasingly unpredictable—rising premiums, reduced carrier appetite, and little recognition for strong safety performance. Group Captive Insurance offers an alternative model designed for disciplined companies that want greater control, transparency, and long-term stability in their insurance program.
At DEJ Insurance, we take a conservative, advisory-first approach to group captive insurance. Our role is to help you determine whether a captive is truly appropriate for your business, guide you into a well-structured program, and support you over the long term.

How Group Captive Insurance Works

While program structures vary, most group captives follow a similar process:Qualification & Analysis – Claims history, payroll, financial strength, and safety practices are reviewed.Program Placement – Qualified companies join a captive with comparable, well-managed peers.Risk Sharing Model – Members share underwriting risk up to a defined limit, with reinsurance above that level.Performance-Based Outcomes – Strong loss results can produce underwriting profits returned to members over time.Group captives are not self-insurance and are not suitable for every business. They are designed for organizations that take a long-term, disciplined approach to risk management.

Is Group Captive Insurance Right for Your Company?

Group captive insurance is best suited for well-managed companies that take a disciplined, long-term approach to risk. These programs are typically a strong fit for businesses that:+ Operate in California or multi-state environments+ Maintain consistent payroll and revenue+ Have a favorable or improving loss history+ Invest in employee safety and training+ Are frustrated with unpredictable premium increasesIndustries commonly well-suited for group captives include construction, trucking and transportation, manufacturing, logistics, and agriculture.

DEJ is your premier Group Captive Insurance Partner

Group captive insurance requires careful evaluation, conservative underwriting, and ongoing oversight. DEJ Insurance acts as your advocate—not the captive’s salesperson.When you work with DEJ Insurance, you benefit from:Objective Feasibility Analysis – We determine whether a captive makes sense before recommending it.
Access to Established Captive Programs – We work with proven, well-managed group captives.
Coverage Integration – We align the captive with your broader insurance and risk strategy.
Ongoing Advisory Support – Claims reviews, renewal strategy, and long-term guidance.
Our goal is not to place you into a captive—it is to help you make a sound, informed decision that supports your business over time.
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The Team

Darren Johnson

CEO

(559)241-7772
[email protected]
License #0F82089 Agency #0E28169 Ind

Areas of Focus: Agency Operations, New Business Sales, Insurance Proposal, Coverage Review & Service Plan Oversight, Surety, Employee Benefits Review

Carrie Stubblefield, CISR Elite CRIS

Commercial Lines Account Manager

DL (559)741-2207
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Areas of Focus: Team Manager,
New & Renewal Business, Policy
Management

Nichole Fisher, CISR

Account Manager

DL (559)241-7963
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Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management,
Notary

Natalie Guillozet, CISR Elite, CRIS

Account Manager

DL (559)241-7784
[email protected]

Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management,
Surety, Notary

Paige Martin, CISR

Account Manager

DL (559)241-8943
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Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management

Caitlin Elsasser, CISR

Account Manager

DL (559)241-7711
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Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management,
Notary

Kyle Hernandez, CISR

Account Manager

DL (559)241-7946
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Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management

Stephanie McGuire

Account Manager

DL (559)241-7808
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Areas of Focus: Customer Service
& Marketing, Policy Management

Christine Normand, CISR

Account Representative

DL (559)241-7757
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Areas of Focus: Certificate
Review and Execution

Dustin Hernandez

Account Technician

DL (559)241-7710
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Areas of Focus: Customer
Services & Marketing Support

Josh Diggs

Director of Claims

DL (714)200-4125
[email protected]

Areas of Focus: Worker's Comp, Claim Review, Claim Adjuster
Liaison, Claims Advocacy

Neomi Vasquez

Account Manager - Benefits

DL (559)241-7706
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Areas of Focus: Claims
Management, Enrollment
Applications, Termination
Request, Change Request Forms

Madison Weaver

Account Technician - Benefits

DL (559)241-7740
[email protected]

Areas of Focus: Enrollment and
Termination Processing,
Employee Worksheets, Carrier
Change Requests

At DEJ Insurance, our team comprises highly experienced professionals with deep expertise in the complexities of construction and specialized renewable energy insurance. We are uniquely qualified to guide you through every step of the process, from initial risk assessment and policy selection to ongoing support and claims advocacy, ensuring your projects are always comprehensively protected.

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