Local Insurance, Real People

Right Here in Avoca

Northeast Pennsylvania's families and businesses have trusted Carey Insurance Agency for over 35 years. You call, you get us not a call center, not a hold queue.

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35+ Years Serving Northeast PA

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4.9 Stars — 50+ Google Reviews

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ERIE Life Recognition & Founders' Award Recipient

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Free Quotes & Same-Day Estimates

Independent means we answer to you — not a carrier. From first apartments to family homes to growing businesses, we've handled it all from the same Avoca office for over 35 years. Mark and Brian work directly with every client across Scranton, Old Forge, Taylor, Moosic, Dupont, and the surrounding Lackawanna County communities. When your life changes, your coverage can change with it — same day, during business hours, with an agent who already knows your name.

Personal and Business Coverage Across Northeast Pennsylvania

Whether you're insuring a family home, a first apartment, or a small business you've built from the ground up, we'll find the right fit — and explain every option in plain language before you sign anything.

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Auto, home, life, renters, motorcycle, recreational vehicle, and watercraft coverage for individuals and families in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre corridor.

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Business owners policies, commercial auto, general liability, workers compensation, and commercial umbrella coverage for small businesses in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties.

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What Our Clients in Northeast PA Are Saying

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Coverage You Can Count On Before You Need It

Most people find out their coverage was wrong when they file a claim. At Carey Insurance, we review your policy before that moment arrives — not after. As an independent Erie insurance agent, we're not locked into one carrier's options. We compare, adjust, and advocate for what actually fits your life.


  • Over 35 years serving Avoca and northeast Pennsylvania as an independent agency
  • ERIE Life Recognition Award and Founders' Award recipient
  • Same-day estimates and claim support during business hours
  • Member: Insurance Agents & Brokers, National Federation of Independent Business
  • Community members: Old Forge Lions, Sons of Italy

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Common Questions About Working With a Local Insurance Agent

  • What makes an independent insurance agent different from a captive agent?

    An independent agent like Carey Insurance works with multiple carriers and is not locked into any single company's products. That means we can compare options and recommend coverage based on what fits you — not what one carrier happens to offer.

  • Do you serve areas outside of Avoca, PA?

    Yes. We serve clients throughout northeast Pennsylvania, including Scranton, Old Forge, Taylor, Moosic, Dupont, and the broader Lackawanna and Luzerne County areas.

  • Can I get a same-day insurance quote?

    Yes. We offer free quotes and same-day estimates during business hours. Call us at 570-451-3808 or submit a quote request online and we'll respond the same day.

  • Who will I actually speak with when I call Carey Insurance?

    You'll reach Mark or Brian directly. We don't route calls through a call center or answering service — every client gets a real agent who knows their policy.

  • Is Carey Insurance an Erie Insurance agent?

    Yes. Carey Insurance Agency is an authorized Erie Insurance agent serving Avoca, PA and the surrounding northeast Pennsylvania region.

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Serving Avoca and the Communities Around It

We've been a neighborhood insurance agency in Avoca, PA for over 35 years. Our clients come from across the region — from Old Forge and Scranton to Taylor, Moosic, and Dupont. If you're looking for an insurance agency in Avoca PA or a local agent anywhere in northeast Pennsylvania, we're a phone call away.

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