Our History
From humble beginnings in 1961 with just one Bedford van and the phone number 1930D, Heron Plumbing has built a strong reputation of professionalism and reliability throughout the wider Auckland Community and has grown to become a loyal and dedicated team of more than 30 plumbers, gasfitters, drainlayers and supporting staff, now with more than 20 vans on the road.
Heron Plumbing is a family company that is proud to be serving the industry and community with integrity and honesty for over 60 years. Heron Plumbing continually supports the local community and industry. We treat our customers, teams and suppliers with respect.
1948
1948
Bryan Heron starts his apprenticeship
1961
1961
Bryan decides to go out on his own and start Heron Plumbing
1961
1961
Heron Plumbing becomes a member of Master Plumbers
1961
1961
Bryan hires his first staff member
1961
1961
Heron Plumbing starts working out of View Road, Henderson
1962
1962
Heron Plumbing's second van takes to the road
1978
1978
The 10th employee joins Heron Plumbing
1980
1980
Dale Lovell starts work as a labourer during the school holidays
1982
1982
Dale starts his plumbing apprenticeship
1991
1991
After 11 years, Dale moves off the tools into the office as Estimator and Contracts Manager
2007
2007
Bryan Heron is the winner of the Waitakere City Contributions to the Community Business Award and has been made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his community work.
2011
2011
Heron Plumbing celebrates 50 years in the industry
2011
2011
After 50 years at the helm Bryan Heron retires and Dale and Andrea Lovell purchase the company, 31 years after Dale joined the company
2014
2014
Heron Plumbing becomes Registered Independent Qualified Person (IQP) for backflows
2021
2021
The team at Heron Plumbing reaches 30 members
2021
2021
Heron Plumbing celebrates 60 years of service to the Auckland community
2021
2021
Our Drainage division is established specialising in CCTV and Hydro blast equipment
Our Core Values
Community
Supporting progress in our local community and industry
Leadership
Influencing the industry to set the standard through vision, continual improvement and teamwork
Can-do Attitude
No problem too big or too small. We’ll find a solution to suit your situation
Reputation
Proud to be serving the industry and community with integrity and honesty for over 60 years
Respect
We treat our customers, team and suppliers with respect. We know that time is precious so we’ll keep you informed.
Years established
10,000+
Happy customers
Certified IQP Backflow testing and installers
Authorised service centre and installer
Authorised service centre and installer
Authorised service centre and installer
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