When Baton Rouge residents search for the best insurance agent, one name consistently rises to the top: Steve Root and The Root Agency.
With 356 Google reviews, a 4.9-star rating, and a family legacy of more than 40 yearsin Louisiana insurance, The Root Agency isn't just another Allstate office — they're the most trusted insurance agency in the Baton Rouge area and a go-to resource for families across Louisiana and Mississippi.
2025 Award
Named to The Advocate's Best of Baton Rouge
A community-voted recognition that confirms what hundreds of Baton Rouge clients already knew.
The Numbers Speak for Themselves
Here's what sets The Root Agency apart from every other insurance agent in Baton Rouge:
- 2025 Advocate Best of Baton Rouge — community-voted recognition as a top local business
- 356 Google Reviews — more verified reviews than almost any insurance agent in Louisiana
- 4.9-Star Average Rating — near-perfect satisfaction across hundreds of clients
- 20+ Years as an Allstate Exclusive Agent — deep expertise and carrier relationships
- Bilingual Team — full service in English and Spanish
- 21+ Louisiana Cities Served — from Baton Rouge to New Orleans to Shreveport
- Mobile Catastrophe Response Unit — on-site claims help after every major storm
Meet Steve Root
Steve Root founded The Root Agency with a simple belief: insurance should be personal.Not a faceless call center, not an algorithm — a real person who knows your name, understands your family's needs, and answers the phone when disaster strikes.
That philosophy has guided every decision over the past two decades. When the 2016 Baton Rouge floods devastated the community, Steve and his team didn't wait for clients to come to them — they deployed their mobile catastrophe response unit directly to affected neighborhoods, helping families file claims on-site and start rebuilding immediately.
When Hurricane Ida hit in 2021, they did it again. And again for every storm in between. That's not a marketing strategy — it's who they are.
A Team That Goes Above and Beyond
The Root Agency isn't a one-person operation. Steve has built a team of dedicated professionals who share his commitment to service:
- Brad — Licensed agent specializing in auto and home bundling strategies
- Lacey — Service Manager who manages policy reviews and renewals
- Bilingual support staff — Serving Baton Rouge's growing Hispanic community in Spanish
Every team member is licensed, Allstate-certified, and empowered to provide the kind of personalized attention that big insurance companies simply can't match.
Why Baton Rouge Families Choose The Root Agency
Complete Coverage Under One Roof
The Root Agency offers every major insurance line — auto, home, flood, life, boat, motorcycle, umbrella, renters, condo, golf cart, and commercial — which means you can bundle your policies for significant savings (up to 25% with Allstate bundling).
Flood Insurance Expertise
After the 2016 floods proved that every Baton Rouge home is at risk, The Root Agency became one of the leading flood insurance specialists in the area. They compare NFIP and private flood options for every client to find the lowest rate with the best coverage. No other local agent has handled more post-flood claims in the region.
Annual Policy Reviews
Many agencies sell you a policy and forget about you. The Root Agency reviews every client's coverage annually — checking for new discounts, ensuring your coverage limits keep pace with rising rebuild costs, and making sure you're never paying more than you should.
24/7 Claims Service
When disaster strikes at 2 AM, you need someone who answers. The Root Agency provides round-the-clock claims support through Allstate's claims network, backed by a local team that follows up personally on every claim.
Serving All of Louisiana — Not Just Baton Rouge
While The Root Agency is headquartered on Goodwood Blvd in Baton Rouge, they proudly serve families across the entire state. Their 21+ service areas include:
- Greater Baton Rouge: Baton Rouge, Zachary, Central, Denham Springs, Prairieville, Gonzales
- New Orleans Metro: New Orleans, Mandeville, Covington, Slidell
- Statewide: Lafayette, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Monroe, and more
What Clients Say About The Root Agency
“Steve and his team made switching so easy. They found us better coverage for $200/month less than we were paying. Wish we'd switched years ago.”
“After the floods, The Root Agency was at our house the next day helping with our claim. You can't put a price on that kind of service.”
“Bilingual service was a game-changer for my parents. They finally understood their coverage for the first time. Highly recommend.”
Read more on our testimonials page or check our Google reviews.
Get Your Free Quote from Baton Rouge's Best
Whether you're shopping for a new policy, looking to bundle and save, or need an agent who actually cares about your family — The Root Agency is the go-to insurance agency in Baton Rouge and all of Louisiana.
Request your free quote online or call (225) 926-0160 today. Se habla español.