Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Canton, GA
Blackwell Agency has been a family-owned and operated insurance provider in downtown Canton since 1983. Originally founded by Wynell and Bob Blackwell, the agency is now led by their daughter Susan Blackwell Kea, who continues the tradition of personalized service. As independent agents, we represent multiple competitive insurance carriers to help clients find tailored coverage solutions. Our expertise spans personal and commercial insurance, including auto, homeowners, life, disability, bonds, and workers' compensation policies.We serve Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina, offering competitive pricing and dedicated support to meet evolving client needs. Our commitment to transparency, local market knowledge, and client education remains central to our approach. With over three decades of experience, we prioritize building long-term relationships through reliable service and comprehensive risk management guidance.
Services
Auto Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
Life Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Boat/Yacht Insurance
Disability Insurance
Bonding Services
Flood Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1983 with deep local expertise
- Independent agents offering multiple carrier options
- Personalized service for tailored insurance solutions
- Licensed in Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina
- Commitment to updating policies as life changes
Services
Auto Insurance
We provide comprehensive auto insurance solutions for standard, preferred, and high-risk drivers. Our policies cover motorcycles, RVs, classic cars, and specialty vehicles. As independent agents, we help clients compare multiple carriers to find competitive rates while ensuring adequate protection for their specific needs.
Homeowners Insurance
Our homeowners insurance offers coverage for primary residences, rental properties, and homes under construction. We provide replacement cost options, personal umbrella policies, and specialized coverage for mobile homes, condos, and valuable items like jewelry. Policies are tailored to meet Georgia's specific risk profiles.
Life Insurance
We offer term life insurance with 10- and 20-year options, as well as universal whole life policies that build cash value. Our solutions protect families financially while providing flexibility for estate planning, business succession, and long-term care needs through annuities and disability coverage.
Commercial Insurance
Our commercial insurance packages include general liability, property protection, workers' compensation, and fleet insurance for businesses of all sizes. We specialize in customized policies for startups and established companies, with options for business owners' policies and commercial umbrella coverage.
Bonding Services
We provide probate and business service bonds through Ohio Casualty Insurance Company. Our bonding solutions help clients meet legal requirements for estate administration, court proceedings, and business licensing while ensuring compliance with state regulations across Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
People
Susan Blackwell Kea
Owner/Office Manager
Susan joined the family business in 1996 after a 25-year career at BellSouth. She holds a business management degree from Shorter College and automated the agency's operations. Active in Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, she resides in Roswell with her family.
Lisa Head
Insurance Agent
Lisa has been with Blackwell since 2014, holding a Certified Insurance Service Representative title. With experience in property/casualty, life, health, and disability insurance, she previously served on industry boards. She resides in Jasper and enjoys gardening and cooking.
Rick Craddock
Insurance Producer
Rick has worked at Blackwell since 2013 after starting in life insurance. He specializes in personal and commercial lines, holding licenses since 1992. An avid fisherman from Roswell, he enjoys customer interactions in Canton's small-town environment.
Mary Payne
Insurance Agent
Mary has served as a licensed agent for 21 years, working part-time since reducing hours. She focuses on client needs during her office hours and enjoys spending time with her two children and grandchildren.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We offer auto, homeowners, life, disability, commercial, boat/yacht, flood, and bonding insurance, along with annuities and long-term care coverage.
How do you help clients find the right policy?
As independent agents, we compare multiple carriers to find competitive rates while providing personalized guidance to match your specific coverage needs.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve all of Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina, with office locations in Canton, Georgia for local client support.
What if I need to file a claim?
We guide you through the entire claims process, working directly with your insurance carrier to ensure timely resolution and proper documentation submission.
