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A-MAX EL CAJON

LOCATION

6165 El Cajon Blvd, Ste D, San Diego, CA 92115

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PHONE NUMBER

619-604-1000

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Hours

Se habla español · Walk-ins welcome · Low down payment options

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El Cajon in San Diego, CA
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Why people choose A-MAX in San Diego, CA.

We shop. You choose.

Share a few details and we shop for you, so you have more price options. Then you pick what fits your life and your budget.

All drivers welcome here.

Tickets, a gap in insurance, a not-so-perfect record: you are more than a driving record. We find options for every kind of driver, no lectures.

Somebody who speaks your language.

Bilingual agents at El Cajon, in person and on the phone. Tell us what you need in English or Spanish.

Real help, right down the road.

240+ offices across Texas, California, and Arizona. Walk in, talk to an agent, and get it handled.

What we do at El Cajon.


A-MAX on El Cajon Boulevard sits at 6165 El Cajon Blvd, in central San Diego between the 805 and the 15 freeways. If you live in the El Cajon Boulevard corridor, near City Heights, in College Area edges, or along the El Cajon-University corridor, walking in is the fastest path. Walk-in service Monday through Saturday. Look for us near San Diego State University.

Most drivers come in for one specific reason. An SR-22 to file. A lapse to cover. A first policy in your own name. A foreign license. Tickets on the record. A-MAX is an independent agency, so we compare multiple carriers, including non-standard carriers built for drivers other companies decline. California minimum liability is 30/60/15 (raised in January 2025). SR-22 filings go to the California DMV electronically, usually the same day. Bilingual agents on staff, English and Spanish.

From El Cajon Boulevard we regularly write policies for drivers across City Heights, College Area, Talmadge edges, Normal Heights, and along the El Cajon corridor toward La Mesa. Walk in with your license, your VIN, and a payment method, and most policies bind the same visit.

Low down payment options and flexible monthly plans. Most policies allow you to add or drop drivers, change cars, or update coverage mid-term without re-quoting from scratch.

Getting here: A-MAX El Cajon is at 6165 El Cajon Blvd, Ste D, San Diego, CA 92115, near San Diego State University. Open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Sunday). Walk in without an appointment or call 619-604-1000 first.

Areas we serve

La Mesa · Lemon Grove

ZIP codes

92115 · 92120 · 92105 · 91945 · 92116 · 92102 · 91942 · 92114

At this desk

SR-22 filing · Walk-in payments · Monthly payment plans · Mexico tourist coverage · Renters and home · Bilingual agents

What people say about San Diego El Cajon.

Very help full she went out of her way to help us. O,lisa

Anthony Mcsherry

a day ago

Very helpful.

Ruben Gaxiola

3 weeks ago

In the day & age of A.I. & automated customer service, it's nice talking to someone who's polite, nice & understanding. O'lisa with A-max was a delight!! I highly recommend. A-max was a win win. Got an awesome rate for multiple vehicles!! Thank you again O'lisa!!!

Jody Blackfootpodcast

3 weeks ago

This is a great company to have insurance they really give the best discounts and down payment and even down payment assistance so I highly recommend this company

Blizz

a month ago

O’Lisa was very professional, helpful, informative, patient, and kind. She made it completely worth it to use a broker and go through them. I feel good about making a decision to get my insurance through A-Max!

Kimberly Molenda

a month ago

A- MAX is the lowest insurance you can get!! Customer service is A++++

Kurt Gonzales

a month ago

Anthony reinstated my policy immediately after discovering and noticing something on my policy and got it all taken care of asap to ensure coverage. Appreciative of his service and appreciate Amax.

Ana Garcia

2 months ago

(Translated by Google) Excellent service, Teresita was very attentive, thank you. (Original) Muy buen servicio muy atenta Teresita gracias

Carlos Castellanos

7 months ago

Very quick, easy, all over the phone, and cheap. They were very professional and answered all my questions promptly, they are an easy recommendation.

Silas Coronado

10 months ago

Loved how Abby helped me she was very helpful and caring. She made seem like we known each other in a long time. I recommend her.

carolina alaniz

a year ago

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Reviews are how the next driver in San Diego decides where to go. If we did right by you, a couple of lines on Google helps more than you would think. If we did not, say that too: the office reads them.

About the El Cajon office.

Drivers in El Cajon are usually notified they need SR-22 insurance after the state flags their license for reasons like driving without insurance, serious traffic violations, or a suspension. In California, the SR-22 is proof that you’re meeting the state’s minimum liability requirements before your driving privileges can be reinstated. A-MAX Insurance helps El Cajon drivers secure qualifying coverage and files the SR-22 with the state to keep the process accurate and moving smoothly.

When tickets begin to stack up, insurance options can shrink and premiums often increase. With daily commuting between East County and the greater San Diego area, even minor violations can add up quickly. A-MAX Insurance reviews your driving situation and compares coverage from multiple insurers to help you stay legally insured while finding options that better fit your record.

Coverage gaps can happen when work schedules change, vehicles are shared, or payments are missed during busy periods. In El Cajon, even short lapses can lead to higher rates or registration issues later. A-MAX Insurance helps restart coverage quickly and focuses on rebuilding continuous insurance to reduce long-term impact. Aquí estamos contigo para ayudarte a volver a manejar con tranquilidad.

Smart coverage decisions come down to understanding trade-offs. A-MAX Insurance helps El Cajon drivers decide when liability-only coverage makes sense, how deductible choices affect premiums, and whether full coverage is still worthwhile for older vehicles. By reviewing how you actually drive, our agents help you avoid paying for coverage you don’t need.

Many renters assume their landlord’s insurance covers personal belongings, but it doesn’t. A-MAX Insurance offers renters insurance for apartments and rental homes throughout El Cajon to help protect personal property and provide liability coverage at an affordable cost. It’s an easy way to add protection alongside your auto policy.

El Cajon drivers stay with A-MAX Insurance because we help them adapt as life and driving needs change. Our agents compare quotes across multiple insurance carriers so options stay flexible long term. Customers also receive A-MAX Rewards, built right into their coverage, allowing you to earn points for on-time payments, logging in, and referrals that can be redeemed for cash gift cards from retailers like Walmart and Amazon, adding value beyond just insurance.

Open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Sunday). You can walk in without an appointment or call 619-604-1000 before you come.

This office at 6165 El Cajon Blvd, Ste D, San Diego, CA 92115 serves drivers from La Mesa and Lemon Grove, including ZIP codes 92115, 92120, 92105, 91945, 92116, 92102, 91942 and 92114. You can also get a quote online or by phone from anywhere in California.

The closest A-MAX offices to El Cajon are Clairemont Mesa in San Diego (7.1 miles, 619-604-0300) and Chula Vista in Chula Vista (10.2 miles, 619-730-1133). All of them help you in English or Spanish.

Other offices near San Diego.

Clairemont Mesa

7.1 mi

Hours

7847 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111

Se habla españolAutoSR-22

Chula Vista

10.2 mi

Hours

1090 Third Ave, Ste 102, Chula Vista, CA 91911

Se habla españolAutoSR-22
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Come see us at El Cajon.

Bring your license, your VIN, and proof of any prior insurance. Most people walk out covered in under half an hour.