Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Open 24/7
always available
Your Trusted Humboldt County Plumbing Experts
As a family-owned business with deep ties to the community we serve, we've built our reputation on professional service, honesty, and integrity. Established in 1960 by Wayne Maples, our company has grown into a trusted provider of commercial and residential plumbing services across Humboldt County. Today, co-owners Dale and Shawn Maples lead a team of certified professionals with decades of combined experience in plumbing and project management. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous training programs, with most plumbers completing 10,000 hours of training to become journeymen. We take pride in supporting local initiatives, including youth sports, vocational programs, and nonprofit projects through donated labor and equipment.Our mission remains unchanged: delivering superior plumbing service with trained, tested, and certified plumbers while maintaining professional courtesy. With over 60 years of continuous operation, we've become synonymous with reliability and expertise in Northern California's plumbing industry. Our service area covers both commercial and residential clients, from large-scale public works to emergency home repairs. This enduring legacy of family leadership and community involvement makes Maples more than just a businessit's a trusted local institution.
Services
Commercial Plumbing
Residential Plumbing
Emergency Repairs
Heating Systems
Backflow Prevention
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for over 60 years with three generations of plumbing expertise
- Certified plumbers with 10,000+ hours of training
- 24/7 emergency service availability
- Active community involvement and local project support
- Proven track record with Northern California's largest projects
Associations and certifications
- License #767710
Services
Commercial Plumbing
We provide comprehensive commercial plumbing solutions for institutions, healthcare facilities, and public works projects. Our team handles large-scale installations, maintenance, and repairs with certified expertise in LEED projects and backflow prevention systems. With over 60 years of experience serving Northern California developers and contractors, we ensure code compliance and operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes.
Residential Plumbing
Our residential services cover complete home plumbing systems including water heaters, sewer lines, and fixture installations. Available 24/7 for emergency repairs, we offer energy-efficient solutions and maintenance programs to protect homeowners' investments. Our certified technicians use modern diagnostic tools to ensure lasting solutions for single-family and multi-family properties.
Heating Systems
We specialize in heating system installation, maintenance, and repair for both residential and commercial properties. Our services include boiler replacement, radiant floor heating systems, and wall unit repairs. With expertise in both traditional and energy-efficient heating technologies, we ensure optimal comfort and system performance across Humboldt County.
Emergency Repairs
Available 24/7 for urgent plumbing issues, our emergency service responds promptly to water leaks, sewer backups, and gas line problems. Our trained technicians carry specialized equipment to handle critical situations safely and efficiently. We prioritize rapid resolution while maintaining safety standards for residential and commercial clients throughout our service area.
Backflow Prevention
We provide installation, testing, and certification of commercial backflow prevention devices to protect water systems. Our certified specialists ensure compliance with state regulations for businesses, municipalities, and healthcare facilities. Regular maintenance programs help prevent contamination risks while maintaining operational continuity for commercial clients.
People
Wayne Maples
Founder
Established the company in 1960 after apprenticeship training. Built the foundation for three generations of family leadership in Humboldt County plumbing services.
Dale Maples
Co-Owner
Second-generation leader with 40 years of plumbing industry experience. Oversees operations and maintains the company's commitment to quality and community service.
Shawn Maples
Co-Owner
Third-generation plumbing professional with 20 years of experience in project management. Focuses on technical innovation and training programs for certified plumbers.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Humboldt and Del Norte Counties in Northern California, providing both residential and commercial plumbing services.
Are your plumbers certified?
Yes, all our plumbers complete 10,000 hours of training and certification to ensure industry-leading expertise and service quality.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services for urgent residential and commercial needs throughout our service area.
What commercial services do you offer?
We handle large-scale projects including LEED certifications, public works, healthcare facilities, and commercial backflow prevention systems.
How long have you been in business?
Since 1960, we've served Northern California as a family-owned plumbing contractor with three generations of leadership.
Reviews (2)
Don Trump
Apr 18, 2022
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This place is the worst. They know absolutely nothing about any of your plumbing needs. Get Wyckoffs plumbing in Fortuna if you want a quality job done or anyone else as far as that goes. Anyone but Maples. Wyckoffs had to fix my plumbing after the Maples guys screwed it up. If I could give them zero stars I would.
Verns Furniture
Feb 12, 2022
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Awesome local company! very prompt service and very friendly, I would definitely recommend using. We were without heat for days and Maples got us up and running. Thank you!