Western Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing — Artesia, CA

Business Overview

Western Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing in Artesia, CA is a family-run HVAC and plumbing service serving homes and businesses since 1994. The crew handles installations, repairs, and routine maintenance. Technicians are licensed by the State of California and can work on tankless water heaters, geothermal systems, gas lines, and conventional HVAC equipment.

The company offers emergency service for urgent leaks, heating failures, and water heater problems. Dispatch and field teams cover both residential and commercial clients. Staff size varies by job load, but every technician arrives with training and state licenses.

Key Services

Work is grouped for easy scanning. Short notes describe what customers can expect.

• Plumbing: drain and sewer installation and repair, toilet installation and repair, plumbing inspections, garbage disposal repair.
• Gas services: gas line installation and repair for stoves, heaters, and appliances.
• Water heaters: water heater installation and repair, including tankless units and hot water recirculation pump install/repair.
• HVAC: installation or replacement, system repair, and scheduled maintenance plans to keep cooling and heating running in Southern California weather.

Areas Served

Western Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing in Artesia, CA serves neighborhoods across southeast Los Angeles and parts of Orange County. Regular service areas include:

• Artesia, Cerritos, and La Palma
• Norwalk, Lakewood, and Bellflower
• Hawaiian Gardens and Santa Fe Springs
• Mountain communities by request: Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear

Company History

Rick and Valerie Villarreal founded the business in 1994. They began with local plumbing repairs and built a reputation for steady work and clear communication. In 2015 the team expanded service to mountain towns such as Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear to help seasonal homeowners and rental properties.

Over the years the company added HVAC and advanced water heater services. Preventative maintenance contracts became available to help customers reduce breakdowns in both hot summers and cool mountain winters.

Leadership

Leadership blends founders and long-term staff. Franklin joined as an apprentice 14 years ago. He is married to the owners’ oldest daughter and they have two children. Franklin grew from apprentice to lead technician and now plays a key role in daily operations.

Founders Rick and Valerie remain involved with office oversight and local community connections. The team stays active in local trade groups and follows California licensing standards.

Specialties & Highlights

• Licensed plumbing and HVAC technicians for residential and commercial work.
• Installation and repair of tankless water heaters and hot water recirculation pumps.
• Emergency dispatch and seasonal maintenance contracts.
• Service reach that spans Artesia neighborhoods to nearby mountain communities.

Why Locals Choose Western Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing

Neighbors turn to Western Heating Air Conditioning & Plumbing in Artesia, CA for reliable service and clear communication. The family-operated approach keeps projects straightforward. Technicians arrive licensed and ready to fix or install systems that match Southern California homes — from single-family houses to small commercial buildings.

Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Emergency calls are handled outside regular hours when needed. The company’s local history and steady presence are practical reasons many residents call back for maintenance and repairs.