Wm F. McDonough Plumbing of Port Charlotte acquired by Babe’s Plumbing, Inc.

Professional, Dependable, and Quality Service from generation to generation.

Babe’s Plumbing, Inc & Fire Sprinklers, serving Florida’s West Coast since 1957 has acquired W, F McDonough Plumbing of Port Charlotte. The official announcement was made July 1, 2022. With McDonough Plumbing having started in 1947, the combined years of knowledge and expertise in the Plumbing and Fire Sprinkler industry is unmatched.

“During this time of unprecedented growth, the timing of the acquisition of McDonough Plumbing lined up with our company goals.” said Sarah Willis, Vice-President of Business Operations at Babe’s Plumbing, Inc. “The current employees will remain and continue to provide the quality service and the familiar face that their loyal customer base has always had. Without the support of the current McDonough employees, this deal wouldn’t have been possible.”

The acquisition of W. F. McDonough Plumbing of Port Charlotte fits into Babe’s Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers’ strategy to provide the best services in the area and expand our reach beyond our current service areas. As family-owned and operated companies, treating customers like family is at the heart of the mission and will remain so. Babe’s Plumbing, Inc. is a true supporter of their employees, customers, and communities, and will continue that work with this expansion.

“We look forward to expanding our reach farther into Charlotte, Lee, and DeSoto counties; eventually serving Collier County as well. Babe’s Plumbing, Inc. offers new construction, remodel, and service plumbing in the residential and commercial fields. Additionally, our Fire Sprinkler division provides inspections, repairs, installation, and service for new and existing Fire Suppression systems. We believe these services will contribute to quality growth in these communities,” continued Sarah Willis.

Josh Dalton

Josh is the Vice President of Babes Plumbing service division, overseeing all residential and commercial plumbing services. Josh handles over 180 service calls each week with a team of twelve skilled plumbers. Josh’s responsibilities range from customer service and plumber training to quality control and providing estimates and proposals. As a State Certified Master Plumber, Josh ensures that customers receive the highest level of expertise and assistance for their plumbing needs. His dedication to completing the job correctly the first time earned a strong reputation and countless customer referrals. Before joining the team, Josh excelled as a baseball player at Jacksonville University and remains a devoted fan of the Jacksonville Jaguars. With a background in radio, he brings a unique perspective to our business. Outside work, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife, Elise and their three children, McKenna, Liam, and Chase. They often venture into the scenic mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina for family trips.