Bates Hewett & Floyd
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We are a Full-Service Insurance & Risk Management Agency.
Personal & Business Insurance
It’s good to have options! Call us at (386) 328-1100
Serving residents and businesses throughout North Florida and Georgia
and throughout the Southeast United States
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Personal Insurance
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Business Insurance
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Financial Services
Attuned to your unique financial goals and tailored to encompass all of the existing variables in your financial life. Learn more >
Not Your Average Local Agency
Bates Hewett & Floyd is not your average local agency. Our approach to insurance and risk, our longevity in our community and the way we treat our clients sets us apart.
We are a full-service insurance agency working with individuals and businesses.
We are led by 2 generations proudly serving Palatka, Putnam County, St Johns County and throughout the Southeast United States for over 40 years!
Offices in Palatka and St. Augustine
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Palatka, FL
3400 Crill Ave, Ste. 2
Palatka, FL 32177
St. Augustine, FL
165 Southpark Blvd, Suite B
St. Augustine, FL 32086
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Featured Team Member
Bob Lilley
386.530.6962
Bob@bates-hewett.com
Health Insurance Advisor
Palatka, FL



