Protect your family with life insurance from a local Ballwin State Farm agent. I help parents, guardians, and caregivers throughout Ballwin understand life insurance options for their households. Whether you have little ones at home or a house full of teens, my agency makes the process easy to understand. I also offer auto insurance for new teen drivers, plus homeowners and renters insurance. Contact my Ballwin office today to start a conversation about life insurance.

Our Why

To have purpose, you have to have a “Why”. Sometimes that “Why” can be your family, a great cause, or the drive to do what we know is right. Our “Why” is you! Let us worry about the small details of the insurance world so you don’t have to. We double check to make sure you have all the discounts and coverage you deserve. More importantly, we align everything we do with making sure you and you’re your family are protected from everyday risk. If you are already a part of our agency family, please know that we appreciate you! If you aren’t a part of our agency family, please walk in, call in, or click in and let us show you why we are different than any other agency that you’ve worked with. We’re always ready to help you find the right home insurance, renters insurance, auto insurance, condo insurance, life insurance, or business insurance for your needs. Please call for a free insurance quote!

As for me, I became a State Farm agent in 2009, and I’m proud to serve the people of Ballwin, MO and the greater St. Louis metropolitan area—including the Manchester, MO Kirkwood, MO and Ellisville, MO, Chesterfield, MO, Valley Park, MO and Fenton, MO. We’re licensed in both Missouri and Illinois, and we welcome customers from all over. My agency handles homeowners insurance, auto & car insurance, renter's insurance, life insurance, business insurance and more, including financial services.

My team of knowledgeable professionals dedicated to working hard to ensure a friendly and welcoming environment in our office including our office dog Maggie. We’re caring, compassionate and reliable, and we have a passion for helping people manage everyday risks, plan for the future, and protect the people and things they cherish most. We give you everything you need to make informed decisions with confidence, and we’re experienced at helping folks plan for both the expected and the unexpected in life. We’re here to help guide you and ensure your success both now and in the years to come.

As for me, I’m a Saint Louis native, and a graduate of the University of Missouri - Columbia, with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. I have a multicultural mindset and gladly welcome customers from all walks of life. I’m married to my wonderful wife, Alyssa. Together we have two little boys, Jack and Rhett, who are our world! In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors, spending time with my loved ones, cooking for family and friends on my smoker. I also spend many of my mornings in working out with a men's organization called F3.

Q: Is personal umbrella insurance cost-effective to add? A: Umbrella insurance is generally very accessible because it only pays out after your primary accounts reach their limits. You get significant additional protection for a relatively small annual cost. Contact Travis Hesser in Ballwin for an umbrella quote.

Q: Do I need extra protection for firearms, musical instruments, or collectibles? A: Yes, specialty items like sports gear, fine instruments, stamp/coin collections, and firearms often exceed standard personal property sub-limits. Travis Hesser in Ballwin can schedule these individual items so they are insured for loss, theft, or damage.

Q: What is the difference between a flat dollar deductible and a percentage deductible? A: A flat dollar deductible is a fixed amount (like $500 or $1,000) you pay per claim, whereas a percentage deductible (common in storm/wind/hail options) is calculated as a percentage of your home's total insured value. Travis Hesser in Ballwin can explain which applies to your property.

Q: What local community involvement or outreach does your agency participate in? A: We believe in giving back to the community we serve by supporting local school sports, community events, safety initiatives, and neighborhood charities. Travis Hesser is dedicated to making Ballwin a safer, stronger place to live.