Straley Insurance Services, LLC

10/09/2026

Jumping into fall fun with Sherwood State Bank’s coloring contest 🖍️ Stop by the office to grab one for your kids! For ages 12 and under.

09/10/2026

Phone lines have temporarily been restored!! Please give us a call now if needed. If you can't get through send us an email. [email protected] Thank you for your patience. God Bless

09/09/2026

Still having phone issues today, September 9th. We are here in the office if you want to come in.
If you need to make a payment or file a claim, just give your insurance company call or go to their website.

Goodville Mutual 1-877-445-5780 goodville.com
Western Reserve 1-800-362-0426 wrg-ins.com
Ohio Mutual 1-800-686-3011 omig.com
Progressive 1-855-537-9501 Progressive.com
Hagerty 1-800-747-5348 Hagerty.com

Sorry for any inconveniences.

09/08/2026

Our phone system is not currently working due to a phone company issue. Please email with any questions at [email protected] or call your company directly for payments or emergencies.

09/08/2026

08/25/2026

Shout out for LifeWise Academy! Straley Insurance Services has achieved Partnership Level with Goodville Mutual Insurance Company for 2026. Charity of Choice this year is Central Local School- Fairview. They received $1000 from Goodville Mutual and a matching donation of $1000 from Straley Insurance Services in downtown Sherwood.

06/11/2026

05/19/2026

The do's and don'ts of driving with a trailer

An SUV pulling a trailer
Whether you're taking a road trip or taking the family camping, driving with a trailer can be a challenge. According to eTrailer.com, when you add a trailer to your vehicle, the overall handling and rules of driving dramatically change. Using your hitch to tow your favorite travel trailer means you should give yourself more time to slow down and turn corners. It's important that drivers of all experience use trailer brakes to decrease speed evenly with the added weight that's being towed. And, because trailers don't follow the exact path as the vehicle on turns, always remember to safely swing out wider when traveling around bends and corners.

Here are some do's and don'ts of towing to keep you safe on the road.
Do's
Gradually reduce speed
Travel at an even, moderate speed
Steady the steering wheel — sudden turns can cause more sway
Be cautious of potholes and large bumps
Use a lower gear over large hills or down gravel roads
Avoid slamming on the brakes — jackknifing could occur

Don'ts
Consistently stay in overdrive and/or in a high gear
Attempt to steer out of trailer sway
Forget to add sway control or a weight distribution system
Be afraid to safely stop and reload trailer in case of engine problems, sway, flat tires, etc.