Shield Squad Agency
Westwood, Kansas

Insurance in Westwood, Kansas, a Small City Right by the State Line

Westwood is a little city in northeast Johnson County that grew out of a neighborhood group. After World War II, residents formed the Hudson Mission Homes Association to get streets and utilities in, and the city incorporated in 1949. The name came from the Westwood neighborhood just across the line in Kansas City, Missouri.

Troy Lentz helps Westwood families from Shield Squad's office in Independence, Missouri, along with neighbors in Roeland Park, Fairway, and Mission.

Local Presence

Working With Shield Squad in Westwood

Westwood is about as close to Missouri as Kansas gets, but our office is in Independence and we don't have one in Kansas. We help Westwood customers by phone, text, and our online quote form.

Westwood is small and mostly residential, with established homes on quiet streets. We'll start by understanding your house and your plans.

Troy Lentz

Licensed Insurance Advisor

  • Based in Independence, MO 64055
  • Call or text (816) 291-3898
  • Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • A Farmers Insurance Agency
Insurance in Westwood

Coverage for Life in Westwood

These are the coverages Westwood households ask us about most.

Auto Insurance for Westwood Drivers

Rainbow Boulevard, 47th Street, and Mission Road put Westwood drivers right at the edge of Missouri. We'll set up a Kansas policy with PIP and uninsured motorist coverage that fits daily trips across the line.

Home Insurance for Westwood Homeowners

Westwood's homes have been around for decades, and many have been remodeled. We'll make sure your coverage reflects the house you live in now.

Life Insurance for Westwood Families

Life insurance is really about the people who depend on you. We'll explain term, whole life, and IUL, and help you figure out a sensible amount.

Business Insurance for Westwood Businesses

Whether you run a small office near Rainbow Boulevard or work from home, we'll help you sort out liability, property, and the coverage your lease or clients require.

Boat Insurance for Westwood Boaters

Keeping a boat in storage for summer trips? We'll explain how it's covered while it waits, while it's towed, and while you're on the water.

RV Insurance for Westwood RV Owners

Westwood lots aren't built for RV parking, so yours likely stays in a storage lot. We'll make sure your coverage follows it there and on the road.

Pet Insurance for Westwood Pet Owners

Every pet can have a surprise vet bill. We'll walk through how pet insurance through Farmers, provided by Pets Best, handles covered accidents and illnesses.

Ready to review your coverage? Talk with a local advisor in Westwood.

Local Know-How

Insurance Considerations for Westwood

What we'd keep in mind for a Westwood home or family.

Right on the Missouri Line
Westwood residents are in and out of Missouri constantly. Your Kansas auto policy travels with you, but it's written to meet Kansas requirements.
Decades-Old Homes
Remodels, newer roofs, and updated systems all change your coverage picture. Let us know what's been done.
Trees Over Rooftops
Mature trees and older roofs don't always mix well in a windstorm. Know how your policy handles storm and fallen-tree damage.
Water Backup
Backup from sewers or drains usually isn't covered unless you add it. It's an inexpensive conversation to have before a storm.
Kansas PIP
Personal injury protection helps with certain medical and related costs after a wreck, regardless of fault, and every Kansas policy includes it.
FAQ

Westwood Insurance Questions

Do you serve Westwood?

We do. Our office is in Independence, Missouri — we don't have a Kansas location — and we help Westwood customers by phone, text, and online.

I live in Westwood but work in Missouri. Which state's rules apply to my car insurance?

With a Kansas-registered car, your policy has to meet Kansas rules, PIP included. It generally still covers you when you drive in Missouri.

Auto insurance basics
Our older Westwood home has been remodeled. What changes for insurance?

Remodels usually raise what it would cost to rebuild, so your dwelling limit may need to go up. Tell us what's been updated.

Home insurance basics
Is sewer backup covered on a standard policy?

Usually not. Water backup coverage can often be added to a homeowners policy, and it's worth considering in an older home.

Home insurance basics
Can IUL guarantee my cash value will grow?

No. IUL cash value can earn interest tied to an index, but it's subject to caps and policy costs, and growth isn't guaranteed. We'll explain exactly how the policy you're considering works.

Life insurance basics
How do I get started?

Call or text (816) 291-3898, or send us a quote request online whenever it's convenient.

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Have Questions About Your Coverage?

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