Anchor Pipe & Drain — Santa Cruz, CA Plumbing

Business Overview

Anchor Pipe & Drain Santa Cruz CA offers practical plumbing services for homeowners and small businesses across the Monterey Bay area. The shop schedules appointments Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Limited same-day or urgent call-outs can sometimes be arranged for emergencies; customers are asked to call to confirm availability.

The team is small and experienced. Work ranges from routine service calls to full installs for remodels and new construction. Anchor Pipe & Drain focuses on residential work but will take light commercial jobs when the project fits the crew.

Key Services

Services are presented simply so customers know what to expect:

• Plumbing inspection and system evaluations — thorough checks for homes and remodel sites.
• Remodel plumbing — fixture moves, new layouts, and coordination with builders.
• New construction plumbing — plans-to-finish installations for owner-builders and contractors.
• Water heater replacement and maintenance — tank and tankless options.
• Repair work — leaks, clogged drains, valves, and everyday plumbing fixes.

Areas Served

Anchor Pipe & Drain serves Santa Cruz County and nearby communities. Service area includes Salinas, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Seaside, Monterey, Marina, Live Oak, Pacific Grove, Scotts Valley, Soquel, Capitola, Rio del Mar, Interlaken, Ben Lomond, Aptos, Pleasure Point, Twin Lakes, Del Monte Forest, Carmel Valley Village, Pajaro, Amesti, Seacliff, Bonny Doon, Freedom, La Selva Beach, Corralitos, Brookdale, Aptos Hills Larkin Valley, Del Rey Oaks, Elkhorn, Pasatiempo, Mount Hermon and surrounding neighborhoods.

Company History

Darrel Forde started Anchor Pipe & Drain after more than two decades of plumbing work in the Bay Area. He has worked on homes along West Cliff and East Cliff in Santa Cruz and on properties in Pebble Beach and Pasatiempo. The business grew from small service jobs into a reliable partner for remodels and new builds.

The company builds systems with an eye toward usability. Clients choose the fixtures and layout; Anchor Pipe & Drain makes the system work and last.

Leadership

Owner Darrel Forde brings long experience from projects across the region, from coastal cottages to hillside family homes. He describes himself as “a dad first,” and that practical, family-focused perspective shows in how he talks with customers and plans work.

Darrel works directly with owner-builders, designers, and general contractors. He is known locally for steady workmanship and clear communication on site.

Specialties & Highlights

• Works with owner-builders and designers on custom plumbing for remodels and new homes.
• Sliding scale rates and payment installment options to help families manage costs.
• Strong experience with water heater replacements and user-friendly system design.
• Hands-on owner who often plays a direct role on job sites.

Why Locals Choose Anchor Pipe & Drain

Residents pick Anchor Pipe & Drain Santa Cruz CA for steady, straight talk and practical solutions. The business offers clear inspections, fair pricing choices, and experience in local housing types — from coastal cottages to inland ranch-style homes. For Santa Cruz and nearby communities, Anchor Pipe & Drain is a local plumbing option that values work done right and relationships that last.