Lafayette Parish Since 1995
Milton Plumber
THE SHORT ANSWER
Milton runs on septic tanks and a water table that comes up fast, and Hargrave's Plumbing is the plumber that treats that as the starting point instead of a surprise. A drain that gurgles after heavy rain here usually means something different than it would in town. Our Youngsville shop is just up the road, and we are in and out of Milton constantly. Licensed, insured, 24/7.
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Where we work in Milton
Milton runs along the Vermilion between Youngsville and Maurice, and the low ground is the whole story: septic systems, drain fields and the odd flood year. Our Shore Drive shop is just up the road, so this is territory we know by heart.
Verot School Rd
Highway 92
Savoy Rd
Along the Vermilion
Milton village
70558
Lafayette shop
3138 Johnston St. Lafayette, LA 70503
337-344-3920
Open 24 hours / 7 days
LICENSED LMNGF #9436 · LPM #5401 · INSURED
Youngsville shop
511 Shore Dr Ste 5, Youngsville, LA 70592
337-385-9857
Open 24 hours / 7 days
LICENSED LMNGF #9436 · LPM #5401 · INSURED

What goes wrong in Milton homes
Milton housing falls into eras, and each one fails in its own way.
Septic and a high water table
Most of Milton
- Drain fields that stop draining in a wet season
- Tanks pumped on a schedule instead of after a backup
- Drains that gurgle once the ground is saturated
- Aerobic systems that need real maintenance
Low ground along the river
The flats near the Vermilion
- Backups that arrive with the water, not with the clog
- Water heaters and equipment worth raising off the floor
- Main shutoffs nobody has located since they bought the house
- Clean-out access you can actually reach in the rain
New build along the river road
The Verot School Road corridor
- Attic water heaters with no working pan drain
- PEX manifold and fitting leaks
- Tankless units nobody has descaled since install
- Gas runs for generators
Plumbing services in Milton
Drain fields in a high water table
24/7 across Milton
Jetting and camera work
Tank, tankless, attic installs
Yard lines, wells and meters
Slab, yard and gas
Gas runs and hookups
Well and hard-water systems
- ★★★★★
They did a great job and were a pleasure to work with.
Julie Christman - ★★★★★
John was AMAZING! So sweet, very knowledgeable. Give him a raise. He's STELLAR! 10 stars. Service side of plumbing is right up his alley.
Madison - ★★★★★
The experience was great! Mr. Colin came same day and effectively fixed my issue.
Christie Charles - ★★★★★
Jacob did an excellent job putting in a swimming pool drain line! It was a tough job hand digging around an existing natural gas line for approximately 60 feet! Thanks Jacob!!
Richard D. Reed - ★★★★★
Zack did a great job! He has done a few services for me and always does a good job and is very personable. Thank you!
Luci Campbell - ★★★★★
Colin (and the company as a whole) was great! He was knowledgeable and assured me throughout the repair.
Grant Delay - ★★★★★
Very hard working and polite.
Craig Little - ★★★★★
Call and scheduling process was very easy. They were able to be on site within 2 hours. Chance was very professional and courteous and provided me with an estimate before and fixed the issue same day.
Tammy Leger - ★★★★★
Delighted with the work, very satisfied, absolutely recommended.
Rosie’ Allain - ★★★★★
Very satisfied, great service
Lar D - ★★★★★
Johnny Johnson was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, professional and polite. I'll call Hargrave's plumbing for future needs and will request Johnny!
Tiffany Gullett - ★★★★★
Company is very responsive, sent technician to our home very promptly. Chance and Jerome were both polite and professional. They serviced our needs quickly!
Meagan - ★★★★★
Kayden was very courteous & thorough. He explained everything in detail & he made sure all was clean & working perfectly before he left. When we need work done in the future we would like him to come back.
C T - ★★★★★
Zach was great at showing and explaining what all was going to be done. Took time to ensure all 3 faults were good and no longer leaking.
Kristina Duhon - ★★★★★
Cordial, on-time, efficient, friendly. Great experience.
malcolm huval ii - ★★★★★
He helped us so much! Worked hard and got the job done in the heat
Alexis Marks - ★★★★★
AJ was excellent, he took time to take care of a difficult clog and a sink leak correctly. Great service and great attitude. Would definitely recommend.
Aaron Dufrane - ★★★★★
Jacob was wonderful!
Sherry Romero - ★★★★★
The two service men who came out were Kaleb and Kaden. Very professional, clean, courteous, and very personable.
June Ducote - ★★★★★
BEST SERVICE EVER!!! Very friendly and knowledgeable and did his job precise didn't let anything get in his way. Top notch service. Zack is the greatest asset to your company.
Renee Morales - ★★★★★
Mr. Johnny is a true professional.
Chase H - ★★★★★
Chance, very professional and knowledgeable. Worked very hard in the heat and didn't stop till he completed.
Shelly Willett - ★★★★★
Chance with Hargrave Plumbing did a great job on our repair. He was extremely professional.
Raylin Massey - ★★★★★
I had a list of plumbing jobs for my home. I called Hargraves plumbing and they were at my house the next day.
Mary Cunningham - ★★★★★
Excellent Service from Start to Finish!
Matthew Brown - ★★★★★
Very professional and hard-working guys! We had two new hot water heaters installed in our very hot attic within 24 hours of requesting a quote. Very reasonable prices and excellent service.
Stacey Mire - ★★★★★
Absolutely fantastic experience.
Farrell Ortego - ★★★★★
I have nothing but good things to say about my experience with Chance S. and the rest of his team at Hargrave's.
Chris Jackson - ★★★★★
Technician Johnny Johnson did an excellent job and left things better than he found them by improving all the lines in and out. Support staff at the shop were excellent to work with!
Alan Broussard - ★★★★★
Mr Johnny came to help us with a tub issue. He was professional and kind.
Chris Cormier - ★★★★★
A definite 5 star experience! Thank you Hargrave's Plumbing. Our technician Zach was a wonder!
Tess Lamb - ★★★★★
I'm so excited and pleased to write this review! My experience with Hargrave's Plumbing was amazing.
Christie Charles - ★★★★★
Thank you Hargrave's Plumbing and Kaleb for the excellent job to replace my 20 year old water heater.
Mark Guilbeau - ★★★★★
Excellent service! We needed a new water heater in our attic. The cost was fair and the owner gave me a discount for same-day install. Highly recommend and will use them again in the future!
Tamara Vincent - ★★★★★
Excellent service! The technicians Luke and Zach were thorough and clearly explained their findings regarding my clogged kitchen sink drain. They provided me with multiple repair options to fix the issue and described each solution, answering all of my questions so that I understood what the repairs entailed and was able to make an informed decision that fit within my budget. Their professionalism and expertise made me feel reassured and comfortable, top notch service and all repairs completed during the same visit. Thank you again Luke, Zach, and Hargrave’s team for taking such good care of me, you’re the best in town!
C N - ★★★★★
Such a wonderful plumbing experience! Fast, reliable and magnificent service! Collin and Chance took care of our delima with confidence and ease. Couldn’t be more pleased with their work and respect for our needs! Thanks Hargrave Plumbing!
Stefni Lotief - ★★★★★
Zack came to McAlister’s and he did a wonderful job! Highly recommend yall ask for him to do the plumbing no problems at all he definitely deserves a raise!!
Scooby Hebert - ★★★★★
Javon was wonderful to work with! He went above and beyond by explaining everything and finding the source of the problems! He provided quotes and advice on moving forward. We will definitely be working with Hargrave’s Plumbing again! Thank you so much!
Tori Thibodeaux - ★★★★★
Zack came out and checked everything. Then quoted cost and came back to the plant and did a quick clean job. Excellent service
Ethel Cantu
Milton plumbing questions
How fast can you get to Milton?
We are in and out of Milton constantly, so it is a question of what the schedule looks like when you call rather than whether we come. We will get to you as quickly as the day allows. Emergencies are 24/7, and dispatch sends whoever is nearest.
Why does everything back up when it rains hard in Milton?
Because the ground fills before your tank does. A drain field pushes water into the soil, and when the water table is already at the surface there is nowhere for it to go, so the house backs up from the yard in. Pumping buys time; the answer is usually the field, and it is worth looking at in a dry month.
How often should a Milton septic tank be pumped?
Every 3 years for most households, sooner for big families, and never right after a flood while the ground is saturated (empty tanks float; it is a whole thing, and our septic guide explains it).
Who do I call after hours in Milton?
The same number you call at noon. Dispatch sends whichever crew is closest to you, not whichever truck is assigned to Milton, so an after-hours call is not a longer wait by default.
Assurance Plan members go first.
SEE THE ASSURANCE PLAN →Annual water heater flush, priority scheduling, and two inspections a year.
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