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Slade and Collins Established in 1935 by VL Slade and Earnie Collins, our company has grown to a full service insurance agency.

We are a firm of proven professionals and caring, conscientious people; the kind of people you can depend on. Since 1935 Slade & Collins has specialized in protecting families and businesses. Experienced to provide insurance solutions, we protect what means most to you, no matter how large or small. If you are not getting the service you deserve, call or email our office to see how we can help!

October is Fire Prevention Month, serving as a good reminder that fire safety is not something to put off until an emerg...
10/08/2026

October is Fire Prevention Month, serving as a good reminder that fire safety is not something to put off until an emergency happens. In the United States, one home structure fire is reported every 96 seconds, serving as a sobering reminder of the importance of fire safety.

So, that said, our team wanted to share a few practical tips worth reviewing this season:

⚫ Know the leading causes - Cooking and heating are the two leading causes of home fires in the United States. Never leave cooking unattended, keep flammable materials at least three feet from heat sources, and check electrical cords regularly for damage or fraying.

⚫ Check your smoke alarms - Test them monthly, replace batteries annually, and fully replace any alarm that is 10 or more years old.

⚫ Have an escape plan and practice it - Plan two ways to escape from every room, make sure all windows and doors open easily, and designate an outdoor meeting place.

⚫ Know how to use a fire extinguisher - Remember the acronym PASS: Pull the pin, Aim low at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle slowly, and Sweep the nozzle side to side. If you are not confident, get out and call 911.

⚫ Build safer daily habits - Never leave portable heaters or fireplaces unattended, keep matches and lighters locked away from children, avoid overloading outlets, and turn off all appliances before leaving the house or going to bed.

Fire prevention is a shared responsibility, and a little preparation goes a long way. If you have further questions about fire safety, we encourage you to reach out to your local fire station.

And if you have any insurance questions or needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to help you.

As the days get shorter, deer become much more active and are more likely to cross roadways — especially around dawn and...
10/06/2026

As the days get shorter, deer become much more active and are more likely to cross roadways — especially around dawn and dusk. For businesses with employees on the road, this seasonal increase can pose real safety risks and lead to vehicle downtime.

With that in mind, our team wants to share a few reminders to help keep your drivers, passengers, and business vehicles protected this fall.

So, if you're not sure what your current commercial auto policy includes or would like to review your business vehicle coverage this fall, feel free to reach out. We'd be happy to answer your questions and help you understand your options.

09/30/2026

Small business owners have enough on their plate.

As an ERIE agent, we help take one big thing off it.

09/24/2026

Go ahead and make those memories! We've got you covered.

September is a great time to hit the road! And an even better time to make sure your auto insurance is ready to come alo...
09/23/2026

September is a great time to hit the road! And an even better time to make sure your auto insurance is ready to come along for the ride. Ask us about ERIE auto insurance before your next adventure.

Can you believe there are only 100 days left in the year? Before the final stretch gets away from you, it is worth pausi...
09/22/2026

Can you believe there are only 100 days left in the year? Before the final stretch gets away from you, it is worth pausing to ask one simple question: has your life changed this year?

A new car, a home purchase, a career change — these are the kinds of milestones worth celebrating. They are also the kinds of changes that can quietly create gaps in your insurance coverage if your policies have not kept up.

Here are some of the most common life events that can affect your coverage:

✅ You bought a new home or renovated your home. A new home purchase or extensive renovations require coverage that reflects the property's true replacement cost, not just its market value.

✅ You purchased a new car. Purchasing a new car is a change that always merits a check-in about your insurance coverage, especially if you purchased a car worth more than the vehicle you were previously driving.

✅ Your family or household situation changed. Marriage, divorce, welcoming a new child, adding a teen driver, sending a child off to college, or welcoming an adult child back home are all changes that can affect your auto and homeowners coverage.

✅ You’ve acquired new valuables or heirlooms. If you’ve recently obtained or inherited new jewelry, art, or other collectibles, it may be worth reviewing whether these items would be fully covered under your current homeowners policy.

✅ Your income, assets, or career changed. A promotion, a new job, a side business, or an inheritance can all increase your financial exposure in ways your current coverage may not reflect.

If any of these sound familiar, our team would love to take a few minutes to review your policies together and ensure everything still aligns with where you are now. It's a simple conversation that can make a real difference.

Feel free to reach out anytime. We are here to help ensure your coverage keeps up with your needs.

Every question, every challenge, every unknown. We are here to help.
09/21/2026

Every question, every challenge, every unknown. We are here to help.

After-school activities can be a rush of spending time with friends, attending clubs or sports, and students making thei...
09/15/2026

After-school activities can be a rush of spending time with friends, attending clubs or sports, and students making their way home. Reviewing a few key safety tips before your students leave school can help keep them safe and everyone on the same page.

🔵Set up a check-in routine, so your children contact you as soon as they arrive home. A family locator app or a GPS tracker on their backpack can also give you real-time peace of mind on their route home.

🔵If your child will be home alone, establish clear rules about locking the door, who is allowed to visit, and what to do if someone unexpected shows up.

🔵Talk through internet safety with your child, reminding them never to share personal information, including their name, address, or school, with anyone online.

🔵Make sure your child knows what to do in an emergency. That means knowing where to shelter during severe weather, where to meet outside in the event of a fire, and who to call if they need immediate help.

🔵If your child walks or bikes home, review the route together and make sure they know to avoid shortcuts through unfamiliar or secluded areas and to never accept a ride from someone they do not know.

We hope you find these after-school safety tips helpful for you and your student this school year.

As a reminder, if you need anything this school year, do not hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to support you.

The transition into fall is the ideal window to take stock of your home and address small issues before they become expe...
09/15/2026

The transition into fall is the ideal window to take stock of your home and address small issues before they become expensive ones. A few hours of attention now can prevent thousands of dollars in damage later. Swipe for a few key areas to focus on.

We hope you found this seasonal checklist helpful! If you would like to get recommendations for trusted, local providers that can be of assistance, please feel free to reach out. And as always, if you have any questions or any other needs our team can assist you with, just give the office a call. We are here to help.

You know your home. We know insurance. Sounds like a pretty good team. 🏡Whether you recently moved, made some changes ar...
09/14/2026

You know your home. We know insurance. Sounds like a pretty good team. 🏡
Whether you recently moved, made some changes around the house or just haven’t looked at your insurance in a while, we can help. ✅

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Lexington, KY
40524

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+18592191121

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