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Short List of Insurance Providers


Galveston Insurance Associates 409-740-1251

P.O. Box 16767 Galveston, TX 77552

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Heffernan Insurance 409-765-9011

1424 Tremont  Galveston, TX 77550  Brian Heffernan

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Ira Levin Insurance 409-770-9503

511-23rd St. Galveston, TX 77550   Ira Levin

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Nationwide Insurance, Agency Yu  713-688-8881
 
6115 Edloe   Houston, TX 77005 
 
Cell 713-304-8024   Li-Hsi (Leash) Yu
 
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W. M. Jones & Company 713-465-0766

8588 Katy Freeway Ste. 345 Fax 713-465-0421

Houston, TX 77024  Peter Dale

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Town & Country Galveston Ins. 409-763-6376

1605 Tremont Fax 409-763-5150

Galveston, TX 77550

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Linda Thomas, Natalie Murphy

Garry Kaufman


Services for Galveston Home Buyers


  

Here is a quick list of local service providers.

For lists you can print out, scroll down for attachments.

 
 

 Information for beginning Utility Services in Galveston TX

WATER:

City of Galveston Water Department (www.cityofgalveston.org) Click "Online Forms", then click "Utilities".

The City of Galveston Customer Service is located at 82-25th St (City Hall) 409-797-3550. They will require the following information: Copy of Driver's License; $150 Deposit + $15 Connection Fee; Addresss of new sercvice; Copy of Social Security Card; DAte water is to be turned on; Billing address for new service.

GAS:

Texas Gas Service 1-800-797-3550

ELECTRICITY:

Green Mountain Energy Company  713-956-9872 (Polution Free)

Reliant Energy   866-735-4268

U S POSTAL SERVICE:

Change your address online www.usps.com/realmove

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(The following list of service providers is presented as a service & not endorsed by Sherry Villere or The House Company)

Inspectors:

Durbin's Home Inspection   409-771-0168

Jay Hicks Inspections   409-316-2044

Ralph Nicosia, RAN Real Estate INspections   800-442-2941

Mark Peebler, South Coast Inspections 409-737-1190

Alan Rose, Inspections,p.c.  409-515-0540

Steve Stiba & Assoc.   409-938-0510

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS:

SSCI Environmental  Helen Hodges  281-486-1943

Windstorm Engineers:

John Manuel, Galveston Housing Auth  409-515-0516

Ken Sherman, RCI Engineering   409-739-8018

Ishaq Syed   Fyaz Engineering   832-978-2075

Roofing & Foundation:

Braun Roofing  281-480-9900

Hartell Roofing  409-744-5769

Morgan Roofing  409-762-8068

Martorell Roofing 409-771-1367

DuWest Foundation Repair (slab only)   713-473-7156

Stable Foundation   409-740-4634   800-304-5764

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES  REPAIRS:(SEE ATTACHMENT BELOW) 

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Below are lists of service providers you can download & save or print:



...to Begin Utilities in Galveston

To avoid expensive re-connection fees, call a few days before closing date to request that the meter be read on the day of closing & service be transferred to new owner.

...for house Inspections

This is a list of Texas Real Estate Licensed house inspectors. We encourage anyone purchasing a house or other improved property to get an independent inspection. Try to be present when the inspection is done--it can be very educational!

...for Termites & WDI's

Southern U.S. could be the termite capitol of the world! Plan to get a termite & wood-destroying insect inspection before you buy or sell. Having a treatment plan is the pro-active way to protect the structure.

...for Roofing and Foundation concerns

These roofers do business in Galveston. When buying or selling property in Galveston, it is wise to be aware of the condition of your roof--because windstorm insurance coverage depends on it.

...for a Survey of your property

If you are paying cash for a property, ask the seller for their existing survey. If they do not have one, we urge you to contact a surveyor for a property survey and an elevation certificate, if needed. Ask the surveyor NOT to copyright his/her survey; otherwise, it may only be good for one use.

...for a property Appraisal

If you are paying cash for a property, you may wish to have an independent appraisal done to be sure you are not overpaying for the property. The attached contacts with stars by their names do a lot of appraisals in Galveston & may be more familiar with the island's appraisal issues.

...for misc. Household Services

This list is by no means comprehensive, and please let me know about the quality of service you received from these providers.




Check Insurance Rates


 

To check flood risk & insurance rates for a property:

 Click on this user-friendly site

to look up the flood risk for your

property. You  can also find rates

based on risk zones, amount of

  coverage, etc.

http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/

 

To compare available Home Owners Insurance Policies:

www.opic.state.tx.us/hoic.php

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Countrywide Home Loans.....281-772-8370....Linda Owens

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forester Financial.................409-740-3700 FAX…..409-740-3740 Kay Forester

Prime Capital Group…..281-335-7700 FAX…. 281-335-7701 Lance Stifflemire

Prodigy Mortgage…..512-775-2073 FAX…512-366-9832 David Cockrell

Secure Mortgage Co……409-771-4106 FAX……281-557-0897 David Paschall, Norma Paschall

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage…….281-652-4325 (cell) 951-295-2188 Norka Jenkins

 

 

 

 

Forester Financial.................409-740-3700 FAX…..409-740-3740 Kay Forester

Prime Capital Group…..281-335-7700 FAX…. 281-335-7701 Lance Stifflemire

Prodigy Mortgage…..512-775-2073 FAX…512-366-9832 David Cockrell

Secure Mortgage Co……409-771-4106 FAX……281-557-0897 David Paschall, Norma Paschall

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage…….281-652-4325 (cell) 951-295-2188 Norka Jenkins

 

 

 

 

 Secure Mortgage Co……409-771-4106 ... David Paschall Prime Capital Group…..281-335-7700 ... Lance Stifflemire  

 

Prodigy Mortgage.....CELL 512-775-2073  ...David Cockrell

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Wells Fargo Home Mortgage…….281-652-4325 Mobile 951-295-2188 Norka Jenkins

 

 

 

 

 

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