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23 Years
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Emergency
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Eco-Conscious Plumbing Solutions in Asheville, NC
Founded in 2003, Blue Planet Plumbing has established itself as a leader in environmentally conscious plumbing solutions across Asheville and Western North Carolina. Our founder, Georg Efird, brings over 30 years of expertise to our operations, combining technical mastery with a deep commitment to sustainability. We specialize in water heater installations, whole-home filtration systems, flood prevention technology, and advanced drain cleaning services while maintaining a strict policy against harmful chemicals or practices.Our team of licensed professionals undergoes rigorous training to ensure every project meets our exacting standards for quality, efficiency, and environmental stewardship. With a focus on education and transparency, we empower clients to make informed decisions about their plumbing systems while offering industry-leading warranties and maintenance programs. Our dedication to both client satisfaction and planetary health has earned us recognition as the region's top-rated plumbing service provider.
Services
Water Heaters
Filtration Systems
Flood Prevention
Sump Pumps
Drain Cleaning
Pressure Solutions
Toilet Repairs
Emergency Services
Winterization
System Inspections
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services with no after-hours fees
- Our hybrid water heater installations qualify for up to $750 in energy rebates
- 3-year industry-leading warranty on sump pump installations
- Founder Georg Efird brings 30+ years of master plumbing expertise
- Eco-friendly drain cleaning methods protect both pipes and environment
Associations and certifications
- Duke Energy Pre-Approved Contractor
What people say
Friendly and professional
Saved money on water bills
Dedicated team
Expertise in hybrid systems
Environmentally responsible
Services
Hybrid Water Heaters
Our hybrid water heater installations combine cutting-edge technology with significant energy savings. These systems use heat pump technology to provide hot water while consuming 60% less energy than traditional models. Customers benefit from Duke Energy rebates up to $750 annually and extended warranty options including 15-year tank coverage. Our technicians handle complete installations including app integration for remote monitoring and energy usage tracking.
Water Filtration
We install comprehensive water filtration solutions tailored to Asheville's unique water conditions. Our systems address chlorine, sediment, heavy metals, and microbial contaminants through multi-stage filtration. Certified technicians recommend customized configurations ranging from basic sediment filters to complete reverse osmosis systems. All installations include water quality testing and maintenance planning to ensure optimal performance and extended system lifespan.
Flood Prevention
Our DROP Home Protection System offers advanced leak detection and automatic water shut-off capabilities. This smart technology monitors water usage patterns 24/7 and prevents damage through early leak detection. Systems integrate with existing plumbing infrastructure and include mobile app control for real-time alerts. Professional installation ensures proper configuration for both new construction and existing homes.
Drain Cleaning
We employ eco-friendly hydro jetting and mechanical cleaning methods for complete drain system maintenance. Our licensed technicians use camera inspections to identify blockages and determine optimal cleaning approaches. Services include routine maintenance plans to prevent clogs and extend pipe longevity while avoiding harmful chemical cleaners that damage both plumbing and the environment.
Emergency Repairs
Available 24/7 for urgent plumbing issues including burst pipes, water heater failures, and severe leaks. Our rapid response team carries common replacement parts to complete most repairs during the initial visit. Emergency services include temporary water shutoff, damage mitigation, and priority scheduling for critical situations requiring immediate attention.
People
Georg J. Efird
Founder
With over 30 years in the plumbing industry, Georg established Blue Planet Plumbing in 2003. He pioneered eco-friendly practices in Western North Carolina and continues training apprentices while managing daily operations. Georg's leadership focuses on sustainable solutions and technical excellence.
Miranda L. Wildman
Co-Founder
Co-founded Blue Planet Plumbing in 2003, bringing business operations expertise from her restaurant management background. Now focused on strategic support, Miranda helps maintain the company's environmental mission while supporting team development initiatives.
Will Dawson
Operations Manager
With 25 years of plumbing experience, Will leads service operations since joining in 2019. He specializes in customer communication and proactive problem-solving while managing technician scheduling and service quality assurance across Buncombe County.
Rebecca Patterson
General Manager
Joined in 2023 to lead office operations and client relations. With extensive business management experience, she focuses on inclusive hiring practices and maintaining the company's positive workplace culture.
Robert Pinnell
Service Manager
A native Asheville plumber with 17 years of experience, Robert joined in 2025. He manages service technicians and ensures quality control while maintaining direct customer interaction for complex repair situations.
Questions
Do you offer emergency plumbing services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services for urgent issues like burst pipes, water heater failures, and severe leaks with no after-hours charges.
What water heater rebates are available?
Hybrid water heater installations qualify for Duke Energy rebates up to $750 annually, plus additional discounts for Asheville Go Local cardholders and first-time customers.
How do water filtration systems work?
Our systems use multi-stage filtration including carbon blocks and reverse osmosis membranes to remove contaminants while maintaining essential minerals in your drinking water.
What's included in a plumbing inspection?
Our complimentary safety inspection covers water pressure analysis, leak detection, fixture efficiency checks, and recommendations for system improvements or maintenance.
Do you service well water systems?
Yes, we specialize in well water treatment including iron removal, pH balancing, and bacterial contamination solutions with customized filtration system installations.
What financing options exist?
We offer low-APR financing plans for major installations, including special promotions for first-time customers and energy-efficient equipment upgrades.
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Reviews (7)
Dick Sweterlitsch
Jun 21, 2022
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Overall it was a very good experience. The first day the work was completed, but a problem occurred with it. It was quickly resolved the next day. It was simply an issue of a bolt not tight enough. In addition it was suggested to realign a external faucet connection. This was quickly done without any additional charge. I'm very impressed with Brandon and George who did all they could not only to resolve the problem but also gave me insights into an option which could improve my plumbing service. It was a very good learning situation for me, giving me some insights into domestic plumbing issues. Thank each of you.
Anna Green
May 23, 2022
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Knowing the time for a new water was imminent, I was looking for highly rated company that could be trusted to do a quality job. Having had experiences with other plumbers in the area, I had already decided on Blue Planet when the water heater finally gave out. Excellent choice. Brandon explained the options and answered all of my questions patiently, professionally, and thoroughly. All the work was clean and well crafted. The response from the initial call to installation of the new water heater was quick and seamless. Impressive company.
Marcus Johnson
Apr 07, 2022
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I would like to share the amazing experience I had with Blue Planet Plumbing. First, I called them at 2:00pm with a busted pipe in my yard. The water was flowing into my neighbor's yard. Next, I spoke with Katie about my situation and she was about to direct Arion to assist with the situation. He was very professional and quickly evaluated the situation. He explained the process and completed the task within an hour. Considering that I was without water, I really appreciated the same day service. Thank you to the Blue Planet Plumbing team for excellent customer service and outstanding work.
Brandon Thomas
Mar 28, 2022
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Once again. Blue Planet Plumbing to the rescue. I have used this company multiple times now due to their responsiveness, expertise, professionalism and just overall care for getting things done correctly. Pablo came out on a Saturday and quickly identified and diagnosed some tricky leaks that had started giving me problems inside of my house. He went right to work and within a couple of hours had sinks, toilets and showers in 3 bathrooms back to working properly and the leaking stopped. Can't say enough good things about Pablo and Blue Planet Plumbing, highly recommend these guys to anyone needing plumbing work done.
Becky Ready
Mar 26, 2022
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Pablo presented as professional, friendly, and thorough. We asked to have a drain pipe in our crawlspace rerouted, and he checked our whole plumbing system. Since this was a new residence for us, we appreciated his thoroughness and suggestions. Following his advice, we feel we took care of an additional issue before it became a problem. He demonstrated flexibility working with our HOA rules and schedule.
Now we have confidence that our home is safe and efficient. We also received a repeat customer discount for one of the issues. We would highly recommend Blue Planet Plumbing, and plan to use them in the future for all of our plumbing needs.
Now we have confidence that our home is safe and efficient. We also received a repeat customer discount for one of the issues. We would highly recommend Blue Planet Plumbing, and plan to use them in the future for all of our plumbing needs.
Jen Yuson
Jan 24, 2022
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Pablo is amazing! I don't typically rave about plumbing but he was so helpful with everything from picking out a hybrid water tank to the installation to smaller jobs like a slow draining sink. He was well informed and didn't try to push sales on us that we didn't need. He was considerate - put on shoe covers first thing so dirt wasn't tracked in to the house. I've already recommended him and blue planet plumbing to friends of mine and they have a forever customer in me!
Shannon T.
Jan 19, 2022
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Blue Planet Plumbing was great! They were super polite and able to get out to our house quickly and replaced an old, leaky garbage disposal the same day. Our technician, Pablo, was knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, and willing to chat and answer questions and offer recommendations for other concerns we had. We will definitely use Blue Planet again.
