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State Farm® Insurance Agent

Ed Merklen

(203) 439-8000

Office Hours
Mon-Thu
9am - 5pm
Fri
9am - 4pm
Sat-Sun
Closed
After Hours by Appointment

Address

1460 Meriden Waterbury Turnpike Suite 5
Plantsville, CT 06479

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Office Hours
Mon-Thu
9am - 5pm
Fri
9am - 4pm
Sat-Sun
Closed
After Hours by Appointment
Call or text us 24 hours a day!

Address

1460 Meriden Waterbury Turnpike Suite 5
Plantsville, CT 06479

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We love helping the people of Connecticut, whether they are lifelong residents or brand new to our beautiful state! We provide our services as well as free insurance quotes for Auto, Home, Life, Health, Business, Motorcycles & Boats throughout the entire state with a specific focus in Hartford & New Haven Counties.

Our office is located in Southington, in the Plantsville part of the Community, and we assist people with all of their insurance needs. Whether you own a home or a condo, rent a house or an apartment or have one or multiple cars, we're here to protect you! In addition, don't forget to ask us about all of the available discounts that you are eligible for!!

We work with many small business owners for their business insurance needs, and truly understand the importance of it, as I am a small business owner as well. We also take the time to talk to everyone about the importance of Life Insurance, and the different types, to protect those that we value most!

We have been in Connecticut for over 30 years, and we look forward to working with & serving you!

A couple of reminders:

  • Just like grandma’s secret stuffing recipe, insurance can be a little complicated. But we’re here to help make it as delightful as pumpkin pie—minus the calories! Reach out to us to discuss your current coverage and if it still fits your needs! 📱

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Insurance Products Offered

Auto, Homeowners, Condo, Renters, Personal Articles, Business, Life, Health, Pet

Other Products

Banking, Annuities

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The Vision of the Ed Merklen State Farm Agency is to be the most trusted and respected resource in the Central Connecticut Area (Including but not limited to: Plantsville, Southington, Cheshire, Meriden, Bristol & Prospect) when it comes to protecting our customer's assets, helping them recover from a loss and assisting them in maximizing their current and future financial well-being.

The customer's needs are at the heart of all that we do, and all that we provide. We provide a warm, welcoming and professional environment to make our customers feel as comfortable as possible as they make some of life's most important decisions. We have become a pillar in the Central Connecticut Area through our support & relationships with the town's organizations, associations and business community.

Our Mission quite simply is to:

Care, Serve & Provide Value

  • Care about People

  • Serve our Customers & our Community

  • Provide Value to All

Our office has a group of well rounded insurance professionals that are here to help manage all of your insurance needs. You will always be treated with respect, and we will look to personalize your policies & products based on your individual needs and circumstances.

Our Agency

  • Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.
  • We help customers with their insurance and financial services needs, including Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Business Insurance, College Planning, Health Insurance, and Renters Insurance.
  • Our office is located in Cheshire, CT.
  • Our office is open 9am-5:30pm.

Our team works hard to reach our goals together as a team and have fun while we are doing it! We take pride in using our years of valuable experience to mentor individual team members and prepare them for successful careers. If you want to work in an environment that is fun, challenging, and rewarding, then Ed Merklen - State Farm Agent may be the right fit for you! If you are self-motivated, possess an entrepreneurial spirit and have a desire to win and achieve results, please consider joining our team.

Learn more about our agency and the career opportunities with us.
Available Positions
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Life Insurance Position - State Farm Agent Team Member

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Please Note: This opportunity is about potential employment with an independent contractor agent who solicits applications for State Farm products and services, and does NOT result in employment with any of the State Farm Insurance Companies. The employment selection decision , terms and conditions of employment (such as compensation and benefits) are all determined solely by the independent contractor agent.