Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Plumbing & Excavation Services in Columbus, NE
Founded in 1978 by John Obrist & Company & Company, our company has built a legacy of excellence in plumbing and construction services. With over 45 years of combined experience, we specialize in residential, commercial, and municipal plumbing solutions. Our expertise extends to excavation, demolition, and custom trucking services across eastern Nebraska. We pride ourselves on using state-of-the-art technology for pipeline inspections and maintaining NASSCO-certified technicians. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction has driven our growth and earned us a trusted reputation in the industry. 
Services
Residential Plumbing
Commercial Plumbing
Excavation
Custom Trucking
Municipal Utility Work
Pipeline Inspection
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined experience in plumbing and construction.
- Our team includes NASSCO-certified pipeline inspection specialists.
- We provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services for urgent needs.
- We operate a full fleet of custom trucking and excavation equipment.
- We deliver comprehensive solutions from new construction to repairs.
Associations and certifications
- NASSCO
Services
Residential Plumbing
We provide full-service residential plumbing solutions including new construction, remodeling, fixture replacements, and emergency repairs. Our team ensures efficient water systems and durable installations for homeowners. With 24/7 emergency availability, we address urgent plumbing issues promptly.
Pipeline Inspection
Our NASSCO-certified technicians use advanced CCTV equipment for comprehensive pipeline inspections. We identify blockages, assess infrastructure integrity, and document findings for compliance or repair planning. Services include sewer line jetting, vacuum truck cleaning, and hydro excavation for accurate diagnostics.
Municipal Utility Work
We specialize in municipal water and sewer system installations, repairs, and replacements. Our services cover mainline construction, lift stations, storm sewer systems, and concrete structures. With expertise in public works projects, we ensure compliance with municipal standards and long-term infrastructure reliability.
Custom Trucking
Our fleet handles diverse hauling needs with side-dump trailers, low-boy equipment transport, and pup trailers. We move sand, rock, dirt, and oversized machinery across eastern Nebraska. This service supports construction projects requiring reliable material transport and equipment delivery.
Excavation
We offer excavation and demolition services for basements, culverts, and building removals. Using modern equipment, we handle dirt work, concrete demolition, and site preparation for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. Our capabilities include precise grading and land clearing for construction readiness.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Columbus, Nebraska and surrounding areas in eastern Nebraska for all our plumbing and construction services.
Do you offer emergency plumbing services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services for urgent repairs and pipeline issues.
What certifications do your technicians hold?
Our pipeline inspection team holds NASSCO certifications in PACP, MACP, and LACP standards for professional assessments.
What types of excavation work do you perform?
We handle basement excavation, building demolition, tree line removal, and large-scale dirt work using heavy equipment.
Can you handle municipal infrastructure projects?
Yes, we specialize in municipal utility work including water mains, sewer systems, and storm drainage installations.
