Heard Plumbing — Alturas Plumbing, Well Drilling & Water Heaters

Business Overview

Heard Plumbing Alturas CA is a family-owned plumbing and well-drilling company serving Modoc County and nearby communities since 1964. The business handles residential and commercial jobs, from routine inspections to emergency repairs. Technicians include experienced plumbers and drillers who know high-desert systems and older rural homes with wells and septic tanks. 24-hour emergency service is available for burst pipes, failing water heaters, and sewer backups.

Key Services

Work is grouped by common needs to make it easy for homeowners and business owners to find the right help.

• Plumbing repair & installation: leak repair, pipe replacement, plumbing inspections, and complete plumbing installs for homes and small businesses.
• Drain & sewer services: drain repair, sewer repair, and sewer installation for properties with private septic or municipal connections.
• Water heaters & circulation: water heater installation and repair, plus hot water recirculation pump installation and repair to reduce wait times and conserve water.
• Water supply & wells: water pipe installation and repair, and professional well drilling through Modoc Drilling for new wells or repairs on existing systems.

Areas Served

Primary service areas include Alturas, CA and Lakeview, OR. The crew often travels across rural routes to reach farms, ranches, and remote cabins. Heard Plumbing Alturas CA schedules work with the local climate in mind, addressing winter freeze risks and late-summer low-water concerns.

Company History

Founded in 1964, Heard Plumbing grew from a small local shop into a combined plumbing and drilling business known across northern Modoc County. Over the decades, they added Modoc Drilling to offer well drilling and expanded service trucks to better serve spread-out communities. The company kept a steady focus on practical repairs and long-lasting materials that fit rural homes and commercial buildings.

Leadership

Leadership remains in the family, with long-term staff and field supervisors who trained on both plumbing and well work. Team members bring decades of hands-on experience, local knowledge of Alturas building styles, and familiarity with county permitting for wells and septic systems. The leadership participates in community events and supports local contractor networks.

Specialties & Highlights

• Family-owned since 1964 with multi-generational field technicians.
• Combined plumbing and well-drilling capability for single contractors to handle whole-property water systems.
• 24-hour emergency response for leaks, sewer backups, and failing water heaters.
• Practical fixes that respect older Alturas housing stock and rural infrastructure.

Why Locals Choose Heard Plumbing

Locals pick Heard Plumbing for steady workmanship, familiarity with high-desert conditions, and a long record of service in Modoc County. The company focuses on reliable repairs, honest estimates, and using parts suited to remote properties. Heard Plumbing Alturas CA is a known local resource for homes, ranches, and small businesses that need durable solutions and timely emergency help. For an estimate or emergency service call (530) 233-5181.