Dick Welker Construction Inc Albany OR

Business Overview

Dick Welker Construction Inc Albany OR is a licensed construction and plumbing company serving the Albany area since 1974. The firm combines pipe work and land development experience to serve both homes and businesses. Emergency service is available for urgent water main breaks and sewer backups, with a prompt call-out policy to reduce property damage. A small, experienced crew of technicians handles inspections, repairs, and pipe renewals for residential and commercial customers.

Key Services

Work is focused on underground pipes and drainage systems. Main services include:

• Plumbing inspection: video assessment, camera cleaning, and pipe testing.
• Plumbing repair: spot repairs, CIPP spot lining, and targeted fixes.
• Water pipe repair: pipe bursting, replacement, and water chlorination after repairs.
• Support services: hydro excavation, utility line locating, and chemical grouting.

Areas Served

Service area covers Albany OR, Millersburg OR, and Tangent OR. The team responds throughout the Willamette Valley, helping older historic homes in Albany and newer subdivisions near Tangent with pipe renewals and drainage work.

Company History

Founded in Albany in 1974 and incorporated in 1995, the company holds a CCB number for regulatory compliance. Over four decades of work in home building and land development shaped a practical approach to underground utilities. The firm added specialized methods such as pipe bursting and cured-in-place repairs as trenchless technology became more common.

Leadership

The founder began with general construction and gradually focused on utility pipes and drainage. That long-term, local presence helps when navigating Albany's mix of older foundations and new construction sites. Leadership stays active in local building circles and coordinates with municipal utilities when projects require permits or line-locating services.

Specialties & Highlights

• Cleaning and camera inspection of utility pipes to pinpoint problems before digging.
• Pipe bursting for replacement of damaged or failing drain lines with less surface disruption.
• CIPP spot repair for targeted fixes inside existing pipes without full replacement.
• Chemical grouting and water chlorination to protect repaired lines and nearby structures.
• Line locating and hydro excavation to protect utilities and landscaping during repairs.

Why Locals Choose Dick Welker Construction Inc

Dick Welker Construction Inc Albany OR is chosen for steady, factual problem-solving rather than sales talk. Locals appreciate service that fits Pacific Northwest conditions—wet winters that stress drainage systems and older sewer runs beneath historic Albany neighborhoods. The company balances practical experience with trenchless techniques to limit disturbance to yards and streets.

Dick Welker Construction Inc Albany OR keeps work visible and documented: video records, clear testing, and follow-up chlorination when needed. For homeowners and small businesses in Albany, Millersburg, and Tangent, the firm offers repair options that match budget and site constraints.

Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Emergency response is available outside normal hours for urgent pipe failures.