About Us

About Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency IncHousatonic Valley Insurance Agency Inc

About Us

Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency Inc, (HVI) proudly serving your insurance needs since 1931. Our insurance professionals have a long history of reliable service, and we offer a large variety of products for Personal Insurance and Business Insurance. We look forward to working with you for all of your insurance needs.

Our office is closed in observance of the following holidays:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
July 4th Holiday
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Black Friday
Christmas Day

Our Location

We're located on the New Milford Green in the white colonial next door to the Town Hall.

We are overlooking the Gazebo and the Tank.

Get Directions

Meet Our Team

Bradley A Kamp

President / Partner

Sharon Chamberlin

Vice President / Partner

Anna Peterson

Account Associate / Web

Sharon Morris

Account Associate

William C Kamp

Consultant

Jenelle Titus

Receptionist

Lexi Kamp

Customer Relations

Our Historic House

Welcome to Our House

We are so proud to have such a big part of New Milford's history! Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency (HVI) was established in January 1931. HVI was one of the founding members of the New Milford Chamber of Commerce later that year.

HVI originally leased office space in the “Bank Building” at 19 Main St., which is now the home of a new banquet facility. The office remained at this location for more than 25 years.

House Constructed in 1795

In 1955, the agency bought their current home located at 6 Main Street, in the white colonial to the right of the Town Hall. Our house, constructed in 1795 by Noadih Mygatt, was still being used as a private home by the Sherman P. Canfield family, who had owned the property for more than 50 years.

It is interesting to note that this house is located on the site of the first dwelling (a log cabin) that was erected by John Noble Jr., son of the founding father of the Town of New Milford. This HVI house was used all through the years, and at one point in time it was a coach stop and/or tavern.

One of the partitions on the second-floor front of the house was constructed so that it could be swung upward, being on hinges and hooked up, to open up an area of the two rooms; used for meetings, dances, and other assemblies.

In 1929, the house was purchased by Sherman Canfield. Mr. and Mrs. Canfield kept riding horses in the barn behind the house; and enjoyed riding them for many years.

Modernization in the 1970s

In 1955, Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency purchased the house from the Canfields and converted the first floor for office use. In the early 70’s, the second floor was modernized for additional office space. In 1978, we enclosed the wood shed at the rear of the building and made an additional office. With keeping the charm of the original house, the entire building is now used for our insurance office.

A little fact about the neighborhood: Next door at 10 Main St. where the Town Hall now stands, is the site where Roger Sherman’s home once stood between the years of 1721-1793. Roger Sherman was a Founding Father of the United States. He is the only person to have signed all four great state papers of the United States: the Continental Association, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution.

We Welcome You to Visit Us

We are so proud of our building and its history and we have tried to keep it in its traditional colonial character. We love our beautiful historic house and its historic location on the New Milford Green, overlooking the Gazebo and the Tank.

We welcome you to visit us!

HVI Memorabilia

Vintage Matchbook Covers

Our History

While life in Connecticut may have changed since Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency began in 1931, our commitment to you has never wavered.

1931

Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency (HVI) was established in January of 1931. HVI was one of the founding members of the New Milford Chamber of Commerce later that year.

J. Leo Murphy and Edward F. Plumb founded HVI on January 31, 1931. HVI originally leased office space in the “Bank Building” at 19 Main Street, which is now the home of a new banquet facility. The office remained at this location for more than 25 years.

1949

Of course, the ownership of the agency has had some changes since 1931, but those changes have been minimal. David Murphy joined his father in 1949.

1955

The agency bought their current home located at 6 Main Street, next to the Town Hall. Our house, constructed in 1795 by Noadih Mygatt, was still being used as a private home by the Sherman P. Canfield family, who had owned the property for more than 50 years. HVI remodeled the building into office space but has kept much of the character of the original building.

1960

David Murphy became president in 1960, and brought in James A. Winter, who joined the firm in 1961.

1979-1998

William Kamp was hired and became a partner in 1984 upon the retirement of David Murphy, and then became president of the agency in 1998. Also at this time, James Winter retired, and Brad Kamp joined his dad at HVI. So, the changes have not been many, and HVI had continued to maintain a reassuring, family atmosphere.

Chamberlin & Cats Insurance

For many years, William and Brad Kamp had a professional working relationship with Joe Cats and Sharon Chamberlin of Chamberlin & Cats Insurance Agency. Sharon has been in the insurance business since 1980, and she joined Joe Cats in 1991 at Cats Insurance Agency, and then in 1994 Joe and Sharon formed Chamberlin & Cats Insurance Agency Inc. which was also based in New Milford Connecticut.

2016-Present

On Jan. 1, 2016, William Kamp from HVI and Joe Cats from Chamberlin & Cats Insurance Agency had both retired. At this time, their partners Brad Kamp and Sharon Chamberlin merged their companies HVI with Chamberlin & Cats Insurance. Though the two businesses merged, they decided to keep the name Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency. Brad Kamp and Sharon Chamberlin took over as being both business partners and co-owners of HVI.

Throughout the years, Brad Kamp and Sharon Chamberlin have maintained strong community ties, both serving on many commissions, boards, helping at and supporting community events, fundraisers, and dedicating their time to many other local organizations.

Brad and Sharon continue to maintain strong relationships with many outstanding clients and reliable companies.

HVI is a full-service Insurance Agency with the ability to provide coverage for almost every need.

Location Photos

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Our Reviews

Your Positive Reviews Are So Important For Us

While life in Connecticut may have changed since Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency began in 1931, our commitment to you has never wavered. Our clients know that we pride ourselves on giving you the best service possible.

Love our service? We'd love to hear from you!

Here's what some satisfied customers are saying:

"An insurance agency that actually cares about your needs and what's right for you. They go above and beyond with their customer service and treat you like a VIP.

No matter if you call, email, or just stop by they will always get you the answers you need quickly.

I have worked with Sharon and Anna for years on my auto, home, and renter policies and have never had an issue!"

~ Alex J.

"Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

We have been using Housatonic Valley Insurance Agency for several years and highly recommend them. From their exceptional professionalism, vast knowledge and willingness to assist in any insurance needs, they are the best around!!"

~ Stacey C.

~ Julio C.

"I have been with this company for many years. I have never had better service from a company. Highly recommend them.

Nice to deal with and always on top of their game."

~ Wayne M.

~ Tom M.

"Sharon is excellent!!"

~ Danee B.

"We've worked with HVI for years, as have my in-laws before us. They always go above and beyond and actually care about their clients' needs. Always helpful, friendly, and professional."

~ Lisa A.

~ Janice R.

"Best, most personal service anywhere!"

~ Gary L.