Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Independent Insurance Agency Serving Mid-Michigan
Barker Weber Insurance has served Mid-Michigan communities since 1982 as an independent insurance agency dedicated to advocating for clients' best interests. Our team works exclusively for policyholders rather than insurance companies, providing unbiased guidance across personal, commercial, and group benefits insurance solutions. With access to multiple top-tier carriers, we compare coverage options to create customized protection plans that balance comprehensive benefits with affordability. Rooted in Jackson, Michigan, we combine small-town service with regional expertise, maintaining a strong commitment to community involvement and ethical business practices. Our agency was founded on faith-based principles emphasizing integrity, responsibility, and client-centered service, which continues to guide our 20+ member team today.Through decades of combined experience, we've developed specialized expertise in risk assessment and policy optimization for diverse client needs. Our claims support team provides compassionate assistance during difficult times, coordinating directly with carriers to ensure fair and timely resolutions. We maintain transparent communication throughout the policy lifecycle, from initial consultation to ongoing coverage adjustments. Our office operations follow established protocols for accuracy and efficiency in policy administration, billing, and documentation management. This enduring commitment to professional excellence has earned us lasting relationships with residents and businesses across Mid-Michigan.
Services
Personal Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Group Benefits
Claims Assistance
Bill Pay Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We operate as an independent agency with no carrier affiliations
- 40+ years serving Mid-Michigan communities since 1982
- Customized coverage comparisons across multiple insurance providers
- Faith-based business practices emphasizing integrity and transparency
- Experienced team handles complex insurance needs for all clients
Services
Personal Insurance
We provide customized personal insurance solutions protecting individuals and families across auto, home, life, and health coverage areas. Our independent status allows unbiased comparisons across multiple carriers to find optimal protection plans. With decades of experience serving Mid-Michigan residents, we focus on creating comprehensive policies that adapt to changing life circumstances while maintaining affordability.
Commercial Insurance
Our commercial insurance services safeguard businesses through tailored coverage solutions for property, liability, workers' compensation, and specialized industry risks. We serve diverse sectors including retail, manufacturing, professional services, and medical practices. By maintaining relationships with top commercial carriers, we secure competitive pricing while providing claims advocacy and risk management guidance to protect Michigan businesses.
Group Benefits
We design comprehensive group benefits packages for employers seeking competitive health, life, and disability insurance options. Our solutions balance employee needs with business affordability through customized plan designs. With expertise in both small and mid-sized business markets, we provide ongoing support for enrollment, compliance, and benefit optimization to attract and retain quality employees.
Claims Assistance
Our team provides dedicated claims assistance guiding clients through the insurance claims process with compassionate support. We coordinate directly with carriers to ensure fair and timely resolution of claims while advocating for policyholders' rights. Available during regular business hours and through emergency contacts, we help clients navigate property damage, auto accidents, and other covered losses with personalized support.
Bill Pay Services
We offer multiple convenient payment methods for policy premiums including in-person, online, phone, and mail payments. Our billing team assists clients with payment scheduling, due date management, and carrier-specific payment portals. We maintain clear payment records and provide timely processing of transactions during regular business hours while offering after-hours payment options through carrier systems.
People
Bill Barker
Owner/Chairman of the Board
Bill Barker founded Barker Weber Insurance in 1982 after serving in the U.S. Air Force and working at John Hancock Company. With over 60 years combined insurance experience, he established the agency's faith-based principles emphasizing client advocacy and ethical practices.
Daniel Weaver
President
Daniel Weaver leads the agency as President with over 15 years of local insurance experience since joining in 2011. A Jackson-area native, he oversees operations while maintaining active community involvement and specialized expertise in life and business insurance solutions.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide personal insurance (auto, home, life, health), commercial insurance for businesses, and group benefits solutions for employers across Mid-Michigan.
Are you affiliated with specific insurance companies?
As an independent agency, we work with multiple top-rated carriers to find your best coverage match rather than representing any single insurance company.
How do I file a claim?
Report claims during business hours at our office or use after-hours carrier contacts. We'll guide you through documentation and advocate for fair, timely claim resolution.
What payment options are available?
Pay in person during business hours, use carrier online portals, call for phone payments, or mail checks to designated addresses with policy information included.
Do you serve businesses only in Jackson?
While based in Jackson, we serve commercial clients across Mid-Michigan with expertise in retail, manufacturing, professional services, and medical practice insurance needs.
How are you different from other agencies?
Our independent status, 40+ years local experience, faith-based ethics, and client-first approach distinguish us in personalized service and unbiased insurance guidance.
Reviews (6)
Carie Coscarelli
May 26, 2022
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I seriously love Barker Weber! Donna Baxter is so knowledgeable and has helped us become properly insured even with our complex situation. They are easy to get ahold of and are on top of everything. I never thought I'd be so happy with an insurance agency! I'll never leave! They are stuck with me :
Will Milam
May 22, 2022
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Great service and very knowledgeable, shout out to Chris Westin! Always available like 24/7 customer service.
Dustyn Duncan
Apr 23, 2022
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Treated excellent with my vehicle insurance in general. then came my total loss they by far exceeded my expectations I will still with auto owners as long as I have insurance.!
Suzette Schiferli
Mar 07, 2022
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A customer for 18yrs with 5 vehicles at Pioneer/Earle Insurance who were bought out by Barker Weber. Not even a year later our Policy canceled because 2 of our cars were in the same accident and apparently that put us with too man eligibility points. Was offered a quote from another of 'their carriers' Progressive. About doubled in price! And if you don't pay the total up front and want to do installment payments it's over an extra $1000+ a year. THEY DO NOT TAKE INTO ACCOUNT HOW LONG YOU'VE BEEN WITH THEM so don't feel you need to stay for any kind of discounts or perks down the road. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND.
Daniel Greene
Jul 13, 2021
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Great insurance experts. They search for vehicle and home insurance for you so that you don't do the "footwork" on your own.
Eric Adams
May 05, 2021
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Super helpful! Great prices! I'm trying to bring all my family and friends along. Rick Reynolds is the man!
