Licensed Plumbing Experts Serving Our Hometown
With over 20 years of combined experience and deep roots in Barry County, our team provides high-level expertise with the integrity of a local neighbor. We aren't just plumbers. We are your neighbors, born and raised right here in the community
From Manufacturing Expert to Local Specialist
Hometown Plumbing was founded in March 2022 with a single mission: to provide high-level technical expertise without the high-pressure sales tactics of big-city firms.
Our founder, Colton Marlette, brings over a decade of dedicated plumbing experience to every job. Before starting Hometown, Colton worked directly for Bradford White, where he spent time troubleshooting complex water heater issues over the phone for contractors across the country.
With advanced Navien training (Levels 1–3) and a deep understanding of your home’s water distribution & drainage systems, Colton has built a team committed to accurate troubleshooting, clear communication, and long-lasting solutions—not band-aid fixes. We aren’t just here to fix a leak; we’re here to provide permanent solutions built on small-town integrity
Small Town Values. Big City Expertise.
We believe that being a professional plumber is about more than just fixing pipes—it’s about serving our neighbors with a servant’s heart. Our team is comprised of Barry County natives who were born and raised right here in the community. We don't use high-pressure sales tactics or 'big-city' pricing. Instead, we provide honest, long-lasting solutions built on the Christian principles of integrity and service. When you call Hometown, you’re getting a licensed, trained, and qualified neighbor you can count on.
Local Roots
Proudly born, raised, and serving our neighbors across Barry County.
Specialist Expertise
Licensed technicians with the highest level of factory training.
Honest Integrity
Service built on trust, transparency, and small-town values.
Meet Your Local Plumbing Team
When you need a professional plumber in Barry County, you deserve a team that combines high-level technical training with honest, small-town values. We don't just send a random technician; we send a licensed and qualified neighbor who is dedicated to providing fast, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for your home or business.
Colton Marlette | Owner & Master Plumber
With well over a decade in the plumbing trade, Colton founded Hometown Plumbing to bring specialist-level expertise to his home community. With a high level of experience in Bradford White & Navien Water Heaters, he specializes in high-efficiency water heaters and complex repairs. When he’s not serving neighbors, Colton is active in his Hastings church and enjoys life on his local hobby farm with his wife and four children.
Stacey Jiles | Office Manager
The voice of Hometown Plumbing, Stacey is a Hastings High School graduate with over 16 years of experience in technical customer service. Married to her high school sweetheart and a lifelong resident of Hastings, she ensures every customer receives the prompt, personal attention that a local 'Hometown' business is known for.
Nick Timmer | Licensed Journeyman Plumber
Nick is a Licensed Journeyman Plumber and an ASSE-certified Backflow prevention tester. Born and raised in Barry County, he brings over 10 years of local experience to the team. After working briefly outside the area, Nick returned to his hometown to provide neighbors with the expert, reliable service they expect from a local specialist.
Hayden Long | Service Technician
A lifelong Hastings resident and former Hastings High School athlete, Hayden is currently completing his professional plumbing apprenticeship. His dedication to learning the trade from the ground up ensures that the next generation of Hometown Plumbing technicians maintains the high standards of quality and integrity our community relies on.
Justin Piper | Service Technician
Justin is a proud father of two daughters, ages 13 and 5. With several years of experience in new construction plumbing, he is excited to expand his skills on the service side of the trade. Outside of work, Justin enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family on their small hobby farm, where they raise pigs, chickens, and ducks. He brings a strong work ethic and a desire to serve the community he calls home.
Drake Campbell | Technician Assistant
Drake grew up just outside of Hastings in the small town of Clarksville. He is a proud dad to his daughter, MaeLynn, and enjoys spending as much time with her as possible. An outdoorsman at heart, Drake has a lifelong passion for hunting and enjoys being outside whenever he can. He is excited to learn the trade, work hard, and serve a close-knit small-town community.
Isaiah Lamphere | Technician Assistant
Isaiah was born and raised in Hastings and takes pride in serving the community he calls home. Currently homeschooled, Isaiah is pursuing a future in the plumbing trade and is eager to continue learning hands-on skills in the field. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, hunting, and playing basketball. He joined Hometown Plumbing in June and looks forward to continuing to grow while giving back to the town of Hastings.
Douglas Meek | Technician Assistant
Douglas serves as a technical assistant with plans to pursue a professional apprenticeship. Raised in the Hastings countryside, he is a dedicated member of his local youth group and brings a strong work ethic and a 'servant’s heart' to every job site, supporting our lead technicians in delivering efficient repairs.
More Than Just a Plumbing Company
At Hometown Plumbing, we believe in using our skills to serve our community. Through our Good Neighbor Service Program, we dedicate time each month to providing essential plumbing repairs for those in need across Barry County. For us, small-town integrity isn't just a slogan. It’s how we do business
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hometown Plumbing Services LLC located and what areas do you serve?
We are headquartered in Hastings, MI, and proudly serve our neighbors throughout Barry County, including Caledonia, Wayland, Middleville, Delton, and Nashville. As a local, family-owned business, we focus on serving the immediate communities where our team was born and raised.
Are your plumbers licensed and insured?
Yes. We pride ourselves on employing licensed, trained, and qualified technicians. Our team includes Licensed Journeyman Plumbers and specialists with advanced certifications in specific systems like Navien and Bradford White.
What makes your team "Water Heater Specialists"?
Our expertise comes from years of direct industry experience. Our founder, Colton Marlette, spent years working for Bradford White, providing technical troubleshooting for contractors nationwide. Additionally, our team has completed Navien training (Levels 1–3), making us the go-to experts for high-efficiency and tankless water heater repairs and installations in the area.
What is the Good Neighbor Service Program?
The Good Neighbor Service Program is our way of giving back to Barry County. Each month, we dedicate time to providing essential plumbing repairs free of charge for community members in need. It is a core part of our mission to serve our neighbors with a "servant’s heart."
Who will be coming into my home for the service?
You will always be served by a local specialist from our team—never a random, corporate-dispatched contractor. Whether it’s Colton, Nick, or Hayden, you are getting a Barry County native who is committed to the values of integrity and high-quality workmanship.
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