State Farm® Insurance Agent Rick Ashby
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What our customers say about us...
Ed and Catherine Sredzienski
June 25, 2026
"We had a recent claim and David went above and beyond to help us get the best outcome.
David went the extra mile with multiple phone calls advocating for us. He was very pleasant to work with and would highly State Farm with Rick Ashby in Hillsborough!"
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your positive experience with David.Dealing with insurance claims can be highly stressful. Our primary goal is always to advocate for you and ensure you get the best possible outcome. I am incredibly proud of David for going the extra mile, making those extra phone calls, and providing the dedicated service you deserve."
JA Stevens
June 14, 2026
"The 5 stars represent Renae 's excellent customer service. I have been a customer for decades and appreciated the service provided by State Farm.
Renae was very professional and knowledgeable regarding the services I requested. The change from just having auto insurance to including my homeowner insurance was a smooth transition.
Renae has a warm and pleasant approach that lets you know you are important, and she is here to provide a service and that you have a clear understanding to how the process is done.
That is why I am a customer of State Farm."
"Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that Renae provided you with outstanding service. Renae consistently goes above and beyond to ensure our customers have a positive experience, and your feedback is a great affirmation of their hard work.
We’ll be sure to share your comments with Renae —they will be thrilled to know they made such a great impression. If there’s anything else we can do for you, please don’t hesitate to let us know. "
John Anthony Santucci
May 12, 2026
"Renae Cates was extremely helpful during phone calls and emails to me, a long-standing customer of the Hillsborough, NC, State Farm office. I am very grateful to her for clarifying all aspects of my home renewal insurance. John Santucci"
"Hey John...Thanks for taking time to share your kind words with us! We are very proud of Renae and her efforts to provide excellent customer service to our policyholders!"
Kay Brown
May 2, 2026
"I had an excellent experience working with Renea at State Farm. From the very beginning, she has been incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and truly a pleasure to work with. She takes the time to explain everything clearly, makes sure all of my questions are answered, and always goes the extra mile to ensure I feel confident and supported."
"Thanks for the review, Kay! Renea is a valued member of our team, and we’re glad her expertise and responsiveness made such a positive impact on your experience. We appreciate your support!"
M D
March 13, 2026
"This is a need to know: Please drivers take the time to sit in Rick Ashby - State Farm Insurance office, in Hillsborough and talk with a agent, from the moment you enter the door, its welcoming and warm, the reception is second to none. Your questions and concerns are address professionally. Every step of the process is explained. That face to face interaction will eave you quite satisfied.
Shout out to Reene! Thanks guys."
"Thank you for the wonderful shout-out! We take great pride in making our Hillsborough office a welcoming space, and we're so glad you enjoyed the face-to-face experience. We’ll be sure to pass your thanks along to Renee and the rest of the team!"
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EMG
March 4, 2026
"I am very happy with this agency. Their agents are knowledgeable and very responsive. Renea Cates has been great to work with."
"Thanks so much for the feedback! We’re happy to hear you had a great experience with our team. We’ll definitely pass your kind words along to Renea!"
Niharika Pilla
March 2, 2026
"Rick Ashby Statefarm is the best service you can find out there. Renae Cates has been just awesome. Always available and quick to follow through. Makes sure we are taken care of with our needs without delay!! Best of best!! Thank you for all you do for us!!!"
"Hello Niharika, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are thrilled that your first experience with Renae was awesome. We’re here to make insurance as simple and stress-free as possible, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. "
Austin Hill
February 25, 2026
"Renae has been wonderful to work with. She’s helped us through our first real experience setting up insurance and has made it simple every step of the way!"
"Thank you for the 5-star rating, Austin! We're so glad we could provide great service for your first policy with us. Protecting what matters most to you is our top priority. Renae and our office look forward to being your trusted insurance partner for years to come!""
Anna Harris
February 20, 2026
"I have been a State Farm customer for a few years. I have tried other insurance companies, but they could not compare. I had the pleasure of speaking to Renee, she is very knowledgeable and gave me the perfect solution for my current situation."
"Anna, Thank you so much for your 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience with your insurance needs. Providing reliable coverage, competitive rates, and helpful service is always our top priority, so it means a lot to know we delivered for you.
If you ever have questions about your policy or need assistance down the road, we’re always here to help. Thanks again for choosing us to protect what matters most! "
Swaroop T
February 16, 2026
"I highly recommend Renae S. Cates for anyone looking for a reliable insurance agent. She is incredibly professional, and her response times are impressively fast. She made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Five stars!"
"Thank you so much for the 5-star review! Renae and I truly appreciate you trusting us with your auto and home insurance needs. Our goal is always to provide clear guidance, competitive coverage options, and dependable service. We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve you and look forward to being here whenever you need us!"
Reynald Chatelain
February 14, 2026
"I spent one hour with Renae Cates yesterday morning going over the information for my house. It was a very pleasant meeting and Renae was very patient and very helpful in many ways. She got back to me very quickly the same day with some further information about the submittal."
"Reynald, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience reviewing your home insurance with Renae. Providing reliable coverage and excellent service is always our goal. Renae and I truly appreciate your support!"
Frank T
February 5, 2026
"Knowledgeable, responsive, and friendly. Simply put Dawn is the best agent we have ever worked with!"
"Hey Frank, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Dawn. She truly cares about our customers, and we’re lucky to have her on our team. We appreciate your trust and look forward to helping you again!"
Brandon Sneed
January 29, 2026
"First off I have been with Rick and his team for 23 years ! Never have I thought of leaving ! When I call they pick-up, answer my questions/ concerns and leave me feeling great and knowledgeable. Life insurance, multiple cars, campers, atv’s and home owners insurance they have all of my needs covered. Huge shoutout to Mrs. Rene, Mr. Blake and Mrs.Dawn for always being there for me and my family !!!"
"Brandon, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. It truly means a lot—especially coming from a long-time customer like you.
We’re grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us over the years, and it’s been a pleasure helping you with your insurance needs. Your kind words are a great reminder of why we do what we do, and we’re always here to support you whenever you need us.
Thank you again for your loyalty and continued confidence in our team."
Courtney Mahon
January 29, 2026
"We have had a great experience with this office. Staff are kind, quick, and efficient. They are quick to answer questions and get back to you and are very informative. Unfortunately had to make a claim recently and it has been a smooth process thus far!"
"Thank you for your kind review. We're glad we could assist you through the claims process and appreciate your trust in our office.
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Brooke Griffin
January 28, 2026
"Great Customer Service and Always helpful! Highly Recommend!"
"We are grateful for your review and glad you had a great experience.Thank you for taking the time to share!"
Joel Williford
January 22, 2026
"I have been a customer of Rick Ashby and his associates for over 20 years, and the customer service has always been top-notch. My recent experience with Renae Cates was excellent. Renae made sure everything was taken care of—every “i” dotted and every “t” crossed. It was truly a great experience. I highly recommend this State Farm office."
"Hey, Joel! Thank you so much for your continued trust over the past 20 years. We are thrilled to hear your experience
with Renae felt thorough and complete. If there is anything else you need, we're here for you!"
David Nicolaysen
January 16, 2026
"Rick Ashby – State Farm Insurance has been outstanding to work with. Dawn was extremely helpful in getting both my homeowners and auto insurance in place. She was responsive, knowledgeable, and thorough—and she didn’t just send emails, she followed up with phone calls to make sure everything was clear and handled correctly. That level of attention made a real difference.
My prior insurer significantly raised my rates and repeatedly failed to respond when I asked basic questions. The contrast with this office was immediate. Dawn took the time to explain my options, followed through on every detail, and made the entire process straightforward and stress-free. The whole team was professional, approachable, and genuinely easy to work with.
If you’re frustrated with an unresponsive insurance company, or if you’re moving to the Hillsborough, NC area and want an agent who actually communicates and looks out for you, I strongly recommend switching to Dawn and the Rick Ashby State Farm team."
"Thank you for the kind words, David! We are thrilled you enjoyed a great experience working with Dawn. Providing clear explanations and that personal touch is exactly what we aim for, so it's wonderful to know we hit our mark for you. As always, we are here to help. Thank you for choosing our agency to help with your home and auto insurance needs! "
Tara Zychowicz
December 29, 2025
"Renae Cates is wonderful to work with. She and the whole team expeditiously work to help their clients. Highly recommend!"
"Thank you for the 5 Stars, Tara! Renae and our team appreciate your business and are always here if you need anything. "
Lori Inman Conrad
December 24, 2025
"I have been a customer of Rick Ashby and his associates since 2001 I believe. They have been 100% responsive when I have needed them. I always hear State Farm cost a little bit more and perhaps they generally do but customer service is worth it. And to my surprise, I was notified today that my auto insurance (Which is in the competitive range parentheses) would be going down significantly and in the current insurance climate This seems like a welcome reprieve."
"Thank you for the 5 Star review, Lori! We're glad you found our customer service helpful and our pricing competitive. We truly appreciate your loyalty and trust in our agency for the past 25 years! We are always here if you need anything. "
L Parker
December 22, 2025
"Renae is absolutely wonderful.
She assisted myself and my mother with our home owners policies.
Anytime I have a question, she takes time to elaborate and she doesn't rush you off of the phone.
Absolutely a blessing!"
"Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Renea enjoyed working with you and your mother to make sure your homeowner policies were properly protected. We appreciate your trust in Renae and our agency team!"
laurie Hales
December 19, 2025
"Renae from Rick Ashby has been amazing in helping me transfer coverage from another state. A pleasure to work with."
"Thank you for the 5-Star review, Laurie! We are glad your auto insurance transfer was quick and easy. Renae and our team appreciate your business and look forward to helping you anytime you need us!"
libby florence
December 2, 2025
"Rick Ashby and his group have excellent customer service with every interaction. They’ve gone out of their way to be helpful through my total collision loss of my car and I’m appreciative of all their hard work!"
"We are delighted to hear that your experience with us during your car claim was smooth and easy, Libby. Helping you navigate the process after an accident is exactly why we are here. If you ever need anything else, don't hesitate to reach out!"
Juan Estrada
November 26, 2025
"Renae always makes everything smooth and super easy! Great service every time!"
"Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Juan! It's always our goal to keep things as simple and stress-free as possible. If you ever need anything, just let Renae and our team know!"
Kelly Holland
November 23, 2025
"Very detailed and prepared review of policies. Great recommendations and ensured we have appropriate coverage. We are very pleased to work with this agency!"
"Hey Kelly! Thank you for the 5 Stars and kind words! We appreciate the opportunity to serve your insurance needs.
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Coty Mason
November 20, 2025
"Dawn was amazing. Made getting coverage for my house and car easy. The office is very friendly and professional. Communication is great."
"Thank you for your amazing review, Coty! We're so happy to hear that Dawn was able to make your experience easy and friendly. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Dawn and we truly appreciate your trust in our agency!"