Peter Brecht
Property & Casualty Insurance Broker
CA Lic# 4215080
About Peter Brecht
Peter began his career in the insurance industry in 2019 after more than a decade working in his family‑owned business. That experience taught him firsthand what it takes to run a company day to day, manage risk in the real world, and make decisions that affect both the business and the family behind it.
His background in client service and business operations gives him a strong foundation for helping businesses and families find reliable, tailored insurance coverage. Today, much of Peter’s work centers on commercial and business insurance, where he helps owners understand their risks, structure practical insurance programs, and keep coverage aligned with how their operations actually run.
He writes the Insurance Market Update for property owners in California, which reaches over 3,000 people each quarter and focuses on how changing insurance market conditions affect real people and real properties. He also hosts the Local Energy podcast, where guests share their experience and expertise in the oil and gas industry, and he's co-host of Falcon Forward. In addition, he leads the Falcon West Academy program, providing professional rugby athletes with a paid internship focused on commercial insurance.
Businesses he works with:
- Oil and Gas Companies: Oilfield service companies, operators and non-operators, producers, contractors, and specialized transport/trucking operations.
- Engineering Firms: Civil, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineering practices, as well as architectural and surveying firms.
- LRO, Habitational, and Rental Properties: Commercial landlords, multi-family apartment complexes, and rental portfolios.
- Auto Dealers & Service Shops: Independently owned and operated dealerships and repair facilities. Having grown up around this industry, he possesses a firsthand understanding of their unique operational needs.
- Independent Coffee Shops: Coffee shops, roasters, with 1 to 10+ locations.
- Custom Home Builders: High-end luxury residential builders, design-build firms, and large-scale remodeling specialists.
Based in San Diego, California, Peter provides personal and commercial insurance solutions to clients throughout the West, including California, Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Colorado. He started his career focusing on home, auto, and rental property insurance, and that foundation still informs how he advises clients on their personal coverage today. As his client list grew, he expanded to serve business owners who need personalized, responsive support and a broker who could assist them on all aspects of their insurance.
When he’s not assisting clients, Peter enjoys spending time with his wife (Rachel, a retired professional surfer) and their two children. He also loves writing and meeting new people, and you are likely to find him exploring new independent coffee roasters or checking out cars along the Southern California coastline. Favorite coffee spots right now include Lofty, Bear Coast, Stereoscope, and Durango.
What others are saying about Peter...
From Kira
"After having a terrible experience with another agency I moved our policies over to Falcon West based on their reviews. I'm just an average customer who didn't previously know anyone at Falcon West and Peter Brecht has already been really helpful in sorting out some issues with our policy. Nice to know we have someone we can trust in our corner if there was ever an actual emergency to deal with."
From James
From Brooks
With you, for life.
My family is active in the communities and knows the importance of great customer service and a properly set up insurance program. A full life shouldn’t make insurance complicated. But it requires an insurance partner constantly looking out for your best interest. Contact me to start a conversation and see our recommendations for you or your business!