Snake Farm" - Where Claims Go to Die…read more If you're looking for an insurance company that takes your money and then laughs when you actually need help, look no further than State Farm--or as I now call them, Snake Farm. Round 1: I filed a roof claim. The adjuster they sent didn't even get on my roof. Two sides of my house? Completely ignored because they were behind a locked gate. Apparently, walking around a house or using a ladder is "above their pay grade." I went back to my agent, Carlos, and resubmitted, only to be denied the chance for a reinspection. Strike one. Round 2 (Five years later): Hailstorm hits. All my neighbors get new roofs from their insurance companies. I file again. State Farm sends out another "expert" who doesn't even know what hail splatter is--and has to ask my contractor to explain it. Yes, you read that right: the contractor had to educate the adjuster. I asked for a different adjuster and sent in extra photos at their request. Then I waited. And waited. And waited some more... only to be completely ghosted for a month and then denied without any explanation. Not even a "thanks for playing." I had weather reports, date-stamped photos, and a clear trail of evidence--but apparently, none of that matters to Snake Farm. Save yourself the stress. When disaster strikes, the last thing you need is an insurance company that's as helpful as an empty umbrella in a hurricane. Like a horrible neighbor, State Farm is a nightmare.

From the owner: Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and…read morerealize their dreams. Get Coverage You Can Trust. Compare and Save Now. Whatever Your Needs Are State Farm has you Covered. Click or Call for a Free Insurance Quote Today. License #: IL-12750252

I filed a roof claim with State Farm a year ago. State Farm did not find the match for the shingles…read moreand sent me the letter that the new shingles will eventually fade away and will match the existing color. The existing shingles color are light gray and the shingle samples provided by State Farm for the repair are close to black color. Despite the manufacturer's emails stating that their shingles will not match in color over time, I ended up with patched roof with different colors. I reached out to Mark for help on a few occasions and he was included in all the emails with State Farm after we requested only written communication. Mark and his agency did not help us at all with this situation. I wish I could include the pictures, so you all could see how ridiculous this is. Keep away from State Farm and this agency!

Great service and good advice for over 15 years (probably longer but I can't remember)…read more Mark and his team have always made their suggestions based on what was best for me and my family, not on trying to close a sale.

Shannon and her staff get an A++ from me! Nothing but great service and hassle-free claims. I had…read moreroof/siding damage from a storm, and the whole experience from first phone call to a completed job was STRESS FREE! I have homeowners, car and life insurance thru this agency and wouldn't have it any other way

The best experience with an insurance company yet! I was…read moretaken care of by Amanda Perez one of Shannon's reps. She treated me with respect and undivided attention. Every question I asked she answered, if she didn't know the answer she told me she would call me back and she did call me back promptly. She treated me as if I was purchasing a 100 million dollar policy even though I was just getting regular homeowners and regular auto insurance, it wasn't like I was talking to an insurance representative it was like I was talking with a new friend. I switched from Allstate for a lower payment but not only did I get lower cost I got much better customer service, and I had pretty good customer service with Allstate. In my opinion thats almost better than saving money!

I'm a longtime client with auto and renters policies. Nicole has been with the agency for a long…read moretime and has always been very helpful and prompt in assisting whenever I have questions or need help with anything.

Nicole Niemasz made this process extremely easy! She was efficient and so friendly... the prices…read moreare also the best I ha e found!

I wouldn't give him one star!! Every time you try to reach him he's never in the Carpentersville…read moreoffice. Doesn't return phone calls EVER!!! Too busy at his Elburn office. Must be making more money there to care about us fools who blindly give him money month after month. When I have an issue and I would like to speak with the LICENSED BROKER not his insubordinates. Take your business elsewhere because it's quite obvious he doesn't care about his customers. Especially when double dipping is involved!!!

Mark is a true insurance professional & a great resource when I have questions. Him & his team do…read morea great job at keeping in contact with me. Highly recommend this agency!

Emillie has gone above and beyond her job description. She has patiently walked us through some…read moreinsurance questions and problems. I highly recommend her

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Bret and his team are down right some of the most customer focused people I have ever worked with…read more Our family suffered a personal loss followed by an automotive total loss. Initially when State Farm provided us with our total loss number we were beyond disappointed to think State Farm didn't care about our long term partnership and commitment to staying with State Farm since 1987 (and prior to). Bret took the time to explain and help get a person involved in reviewing our total loss claim. Bret knows that his customers are NOT just a number and shouldn't be just applied to some matrix but instead thought of as people. It may not be personal to the matrix of a computer but to Bret it personal. Thank you!!

Bret was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful during a phone conference to review a long-time…read morepolicy holder's coverage. The policy holder's original agent in Crystal Lake, with a move into retirement, has handed over his clients to Bret's office in LITH; our phone call was our first contact with Bret. No worries; the good neighbor is still just a phone call away

State Farm has delivered the worst insurance experience I've ever encountered. A contractor insured…read moreby State Farm made a clear installation error that caused one of my rooftop HVAC units to burn up. State Farm confirmed the contractor was covered, yet after over ten months, they still claim my file is "under review." My tenants have no heat, and State Farm repeatedly avoids calls, emails, and accountability. Only after I provided their own certificate of insurance did they admit coverage. Nearly eleven months later, I still have no answers. Absolutely unacceptable company to work with. Debbie Gallagher was first person to hang up on me and tell me insured was NOT insured. I produced documentation signed by Debbie then State Farm admitted contractor was covered during time of loss.

We have a claim from hail wind damage from August of 2025 with State Farm and working with the…read moreadjusters has been horrific. Even called Seth Lewis office and would not take my call and was told to call 800 # to escalate the claim. Working with State Farm has been a complete nightmare and do not recommend buying a policy with this group!! They could care less about you or the damage.

Finally, an insurance agent that gets to know your family and truly cares. I only went through five…read moreto get to this point. I highly recommend Phil to anyone whose agent/insurance company has not lived up to their expectations.

From the owner: Our Mission is to provide each customer with the appropriate tools to insure themselves from the…read moreunexpected. License #: IL-3000546970, WI-8884393

Terrible service, vey unprofessional, I called the office and the Branch Manager Pam sent me to the…read moreservice representative Lizbeth which argued instead of making things right, I requested to ask to the owner of the franchised and they said he was on vacation and could not get back to me until a few weeks, they said "we are here for you" no way, safe yourself trouble and just go somewhere else to take care of your family, home and cars.

From the owner: We focus on Auto Insurance, Home Insurance and Life Insurance throughout the East Dundee area…read moreincluding West Dundee, Carpentersville, Algonquin, Elgin, Gilberts, Hoffman Estates & Schaumburg, IL. In a world that is ever-changing & busy, it is our aim to ease the stress that can come with Insurance by putting a premium on personalized service. We believe people prefer to have someone they know to help guide them through both good & bad times. It is this belief that stands behind everything we do. License #: IL-100707304, WI-14289849