Business Details
Your Local Insurance Experts Since 1882
Geo M Stevens & Son has been safeguarding the interests of individuals and businesses in northern New Hampshire and Vermont since 1882. As an independent insurance broker, we represent over 35 insurance carriers, offering tailored solutions for personal, commercial, life, and health insurance needs. Our agency, founded by George M. Stevens and his son, has maintained a legacy of local expertise through four generations of dedicated partners. With four office locations in northern New Hampshire, we provide personalized service for auto, home, recreational vehicle, workers' compensation, and commercial property insurance. Our financial services department specializes in life insurance, annuities, and Medicare planning, supported by experienced agents like Doug Shearer and Chris Knapp who have decades of local market knowledge. We prioritize direct client relationships over automated systems, ensuring claims processing and policy consultations occur with local professionals who understand regional needs.Our team of certified insurance professionals delivers comprehensive risk management strategies, combining competitive pricing with personalized service that national carriers cannot match. Through strategic acquisitions of local agencies like Collins Insurance and Klebe Insurance, we've expanded our service footprint while maintaining community-focused operations. Our commitment to transparency is evident in our fee-free brokerage model and emphasis on educating clients about policy details. With expertise in both traditional and specialty insurance products, including classic car coverage and seasonal RV discounts, we address unique insurance challenges faced by northern New England residents and businesses.
Services
Auto Insurance
Homeowners Insurance
Business Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Medicare Plans
RV Insurance
Workers Compensation
Commercial Property
Annuities
Highlights and features
- We represent 35+ insurance products across northern NH and VT markets
- Our local agents provide in-person claims assistance at four office locations
- Four generations of continuous local ownership since 1882
- Specialized expertise in seasonal RV insurance discounts and classic car coverage
- Fee-free insurance brokerage service with direct local agent access
What people say
Calm and easy to work with
Made claim process easy
Research better deals proactively
Above and beyond customer care
Positive experiences with local business
Services
Auto Insurance
We provide comprehensive auto insurance solutions tailored to individual driving records and vehicle needs. Our local agents help compare rates from multiple carriers while offering specialized coverage for seasonal storage and good driver discounts. With four office locations, we facilitate easy claims processing for northern New England residents.
Business Insurance
Our commercial insurance department offers property, liability, and workers' compensation coverage for diverse industries. We represent specialized markets for machinery and equipment protection, employment practices liability, and commercial umbrella policies. Local business owners benefit from personalized risk assessment and competitive rate comparisons across multiple carriers.
Medicare Plans
We specialize in Medicare Supplement and Advantage Plan selection with personalized guidance for NH and VT residents. Our experienced agents help navigate annual changes in coverage options and assist with subsidy qualification determinations. We represent all local carriers to ensure appropriate plan selection based on individual healthcare needs.
Life Insurance
We offer term and universal life insurance products to protect family financial security and business interests. Our independent broker status allows comparison shopping across multiple carriers to find appropriate death benefit amounts and premium structures that fit clients' long-term financial plans.
RV Insurance
Specialized insurance coverage for recreational vehicles with available discounts for seasonal storage and increased deductibles. We provide policies that properly address RV-specific risks beyond standard homeowners' coverage limitations, with premium options that adjust based on storage duration and usage patterns.
People
Keith Young
Senior Partner
Senior partner with extensive experience in insurance brokerage and local market knowledge, overseeing operations at the Lancaster office since 1882.
Douglas Shearer
President
President of GMS Financial Services Inc. with decades of experience in life, health, and group insurance products for New Hampshire residents.
Christopher Knapp
Senior Partner
Senior partner specializing in Medicare transitions and health insurance solutions, serving clients in Littleton and Lisbon offices with personalized guidance.
Patty Emery
Commercial Insurance Agent
Commercial insurance specialist providing business risk management solutions, representing multiple carriers to find optimal coverage for local companies.
Jodi Dow
Personal Insurance Agent
Personal insurance agent assisting northern New England residents with home, auto, and recreational vehicle insurance needs across multiple office locations.
Questions
How do I file an insurance claim?
Contact any of our four office locations directly by phone, email, or in-person visit to initiate the claims process with our local agents.
Can I compare insurance rates instantly?
Yes, our online system allows instant comparison of home and auto insurance rates from multiple carriers with a simple credit question response.
Do you offer Medicare plan assistance?
Yes, we provide personalized Medicare Supplement and Advantage Plan guidance with local carrier options for NH and VT residents.
Are there RV insurance discounts available?
We offer multiple RV insurance discounts including seasonal storage, increased deductibles, and annual payment options to lower premiums.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of northern New Hampshire including Coos and Grafton Counties, plus Essex and Caledonia Counties in Vermont.
How does your fee-free brokerage work?
We receive commissions from insurance carriers, allowing us to offer free brokerage services while comparing multiple market options for clients.
