We cover everything you own and everyone you're responsible for, without locking you into one company's options.
Independent Insurance Agent Serving Tyler, TX and Smith County
If you're in Tyler and looking for an independent insurance agent who picks up the phone, we're just down the road in Canton — and we've been covering East Texas families and businesses since 1972.
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Hay barns, equipment sheds, cattle pens, grain storage, and other agricultural structures aren't covered under a standard homeowners policy. A farm and ranch policy covers them specifically — at replacement cost or actual cash value depending on what you carry.
Barns, Outbuildings, and Farm Structures
Why Tyler Residents Work with an Independent Agent
There's a real difference between calling a 1-800 number and calling an agency where someone knows your name. As an independent agency, we're not locked into a single carrier. We shop your coverage across multiple companies to find the combination of price and protection that fits your situation — whether you own a home in Tyler, run a business in Smith County, or both.
We don't charge agency fees. The cost of insurance is the cost of insurance. And when you call us, you reach a live person every time.
Coverage We Offer to Tyler, TX Policyholders
We write personal, commercial, farm & ranch, and life insurance for clients throughout the Tyler area. Whatever you're looking to cover, we can likely help.
- Home insurance for Tyler homeowners and property investors
- Auto insurance for individuals and families
- Renters insurance for Tyler-area renters
- Farm and ranch insurance for rural and agricultural properties in Smith County
- Commercial insurance for Tyler businesses, including general liability, commercial auto, commercial property, workers comp, and more
- Life insurance options including term, whole life, guaranteed life, mortgage protection, and burial coverage
Serving Tyler from Our Canton Office
Our office is located at 1351 S Trade Days Blvd #105 in Canton — about 35 miles west of Tyler on US-64. We serve clients throughout Smith County and the broader East Texas corridor, including the Canton–Tyler–Athens area. You're welcome to come in, call, or reach out online. However you prefer to connect, we'll make it easy.
What Makes Wallace & Murray Different
We've been in business since 1972, and Aaron has owned the agency since 2010. That kind of longevity doesn't happen by accident — it happens because clients get real service and real answers, not a runaround.
- No call center routing — you always reach a live person
- No agency fees added on top of your premium
- Access to multiple carriers, so you're not limited to one company's rates
- One agency for personal, commercial, farm & ranch, and life coverage
- Over 50 years of serving East Texas communities
Frequently Asked Questions from Tyler-Area Clients
Do I have to visit your office in Canton to get coverage?
Not at all. We work with Tyler-area clients by phone, email, and online quote requests. You can reach us at (903) 567-4108 or submit a quote request anytime at quote@wallace-murray.com. We'll follow up and handle the rest.Can you insure both my home and my business in Tyler?
Yes. We write personal and commercial coverage, so we can handle your home, auto, and business policies through the same agency. Many of our clients appreciate not having to manage multiple agents.Why use an independent agent instead of going directly to a carrier?
An independent agent works for you, not for one insurance company. We compare rates and coverage across multiple carriers to find what fits your needs — rather than steering you toward a single product. That's a meaningful advantage when your situation changes or when it's time to renew.
Ready to Talk to a Real Person About Your Insurance?
If you're in Tyler or anywhere in Smith County and want straightforward coverage from an agency that's been serving East Texas for decades, give us a call or request a quote online. We'll get back to you promptly and walk through your options without the sales pressure.