Your Trusted Plumber in Southport, Indiana
A Small Town That Deserves
Big-Company Service at Local Prices
Southport may be one of the smallest cities in our service area, but its plumbing needs are no different from anywhere else on the Southside. We’re based just minutes away in Franklin Township and serve Southport homeowners and businesses with the same full range of plumbing services we bring to every community — honest diagnosis, upfront pricing, and work we stand behind.
Plumbing Services We Handle Every Day
Water
Heaters
Tank and tankless repair, install, and flush service. Navien and Rinnai certified.
Water
Quality
Softeners, whole-house filtration, and reverse osmosis systems for Central Indiana’s hard water.
General Plumbing Repairs
Faucets, toilets, garbage disposals, fixture stops, main shut-offs, and everyday leaks — done right the first time.
Gas
Lines
Licensed gas line repair and installation for stoves, water heaters, dryers, and more.
Remodels
Bathroom & kitchen remodeling plumbing rough-ins, fixture upgrades & light remodels.
Sump
Pumps
Install, repair, and battery backup systems to keep basements and crawlspaces dry.
Commercial Plumbing
Licensed commercial work for small businesses and property managers across Marion and Johnson Counties.
Plumbing Inspections
Water
Heaters
Tank and tankless repair, install, and flush service. Navien and Rinnai certified.
Water
Quality
Softeners, whole-house filtration, and reverse osmosis systems for Central Indiana’s hard water.
General Plumbing Repairs
Faucets, toilets, garbage disposals, fixture stops, main shut-offs, and everyday leaks — done right the first time.
Gas
Lines
Licensed gas line repair and installation for stoves, water heaters, dryers, and more.
Remodels
Bathroom & kitchen remodeling plumbing rough-ins, fixture upgrades & light remodels.
Sump
Pumps
Install, repair, and battery backup systems to keep basements and crawlspaces dry.
Commercial Plumbing
Licensed commercial work for small businesses and property managers across Marion and Johnson Counties.
Plumbing Inspections
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Serving Southport From Right Next Door
Southport sits in southern Marion County just west of our Franklin Township home base. We’re one of the closest plumbing companies to Southport, typically under 10 minutes door-to-door. That proximity means faster response times for scheduled work and genuine same-day availability for most service calls. When you call us, you’re not waiting for a truck to cross town.
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Southport is an excluded city within the Unigov system, which means it maintains its own local identity even though it’s surrounded by Indianapolis. It’s a tight-knit community in the Perry Township area, and we treat it that way, with the personal attention that a small-town customer expects from a family-owned, local plumber
Built on Workmanship, Not Hard Sells
Three Decades of Experience
Tank and tankless repair, install, and flush service. Navien and Rinnai certified.
Repair-First, Always
If a repair will solve the problem, we'll tell you — even when a replacement would pay us more.
Reasonable Upfront Pricing
Clear options for your budget, no pressure, and free second opinions on quoted projects.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Every repair and install is backed by a workmanship guarantee that matters when it counts.
What Southport Homeowners Should Know
Most Southport Homes Are Mid-Century Construction
Southport was platted in 1849, but most of its current housing stock dates to the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Homes from that era commonly have galvanized steel supply lines and cast iron drain pipes, with both materials that have a functional lifespan of 40 to 50 years. If your Southport home still has original plumbing from that period, some of those components are well past their expected life.
Southport's Water Is Very Hard
Southport is served by Citizens Energy Group, and Marion County water hardness typically measures 12 to 25 grains per gallon — well above the “very hard” threshold. That hardness causes calcium buildup inside your water heater, clogs aerators, spots your dishes, and wears on every fixture and appliance in your home.
A Compact Community With Concentrated Infrastructure
Southport covers just 0.63 square miles. That compact footprint means the utility and plumbing infrastructure is tightly concentrated and aging alongside the housing stock. Regular plumbing inspections help Southport homeowners catch aging pipes, failing fixtures, and water heater issues before they become expensive problems.
Older Southport Basements Need Sump Pump Protection
Many Southport homes built in the 1950s and 1960s have basements with limited or no modern waterproofing. Little Buck Creek runs through the northern part of town, and the surrounding clay soil holds moisture during rain events. A properly sized sump pump with battery backup protects your basement when spring storms hit, especially during power outages.
Southport Areas We Serve
Southport Road Corridor
The main east-west arterial bordering the northern edge of Southport. We serve both the residential neighborhoods and the small businesses along this corridor regularly.
Madison Avenue and Downtown Southport
The historic center of the city along Madison Avenue. Older homes and small commercial buildings with plumbing systems that reflect the community's mid-century roots.
Southport Park Area
The neighborhoods surrounding Southport Park, the community's gathering place for recreation and events. Well-maintained homes with steady demand for repair work and fixture upgrades.
Perry Meridian Area
The broader Perry Township neighborhoods surrounding Southport, including the area near Southport High School and Perry Meridian. We serve this entire zone with the same fast response times.
Homecroft Border
The town of Homecroft borders Southport to the north. We serve both communities from our Franklin Township base, often on the same route on the same day.
How Fast We Can Get to Southport
Under 10 Minutes From Our Shop
Our Franklin Township location is approximately 3 to 4 miles from Southport. During business hours, our typical drive time is under 10 minutes, making Southport one of the fastest-response cities in our entire service area.
Same-Day Service Almost Always Available
Because of our proximity, fitting Southport appointments into our daily schedule is straightforward. Call in the morning, and there's a strong chance we can get to you the same afternoon, sometimes sooner.
Emergency Calls Get Priority
Active leak, burst pipe, or sump pump failure? We prioritize Southport emergencies during business hours. Our goal is to be at your door within 15 minutes for urgent situations.
Also Serving Near Southport
Just east of Southport in Marion County. One of our fastest-response areas.
Our home base. The fastest response territory we serve.
Just south across the county line in Johnson County.Â
Southwest of Southport along SR-67.Â
What Our Neighbors Are Saying
If you want to work with an honest plumber who will execute the job with excellence, then you need to come to Parkhurst Family Plumbing! We had a major water leak and they got us in contact with a company that would help us with the insurance process while working quickly to help resolve the plumbing issues. We have had him install our kitchen sink four years ago, install a dish washer, install some toilets, replace the outside water spigot after it was leaking, reinstall the garbage disposal, fix the burst pipe (which required getting in the slab) and also fix a bad installation of a pipe in our bathroom by the home builders 20 years ago. He does an outstanding job and will be honest through the process. He’s also come out after hours and all times of the day and NOT charged an arm and a leg. Thanks, Larry! I should have left a review a long time ago — he can do it all!
February 9, 2026
I contacted Larry around 11am because the installers for our new stove said we needed to have a licensed plumber come out and change our stoves gas line. Larry came out later the same day and had everything fixed and even helped install our new stove for us. I highly recommend reaching out to him if you find yourself in need with your plumbing because he really saved my sanity by being here so fast and helping us.
October 15, 2025
Save thousands and use Parkhurst. The big dogs in town will rob you blind!! Apples to Apples quote proves that. One of the few honest business left in Indianapolis. I will 100% use them in the future.
February 25, 2026
We had a new experience in our home last night. We used the master tub, only to come downstairs and find an absurd amount of water coming from around the air vent in the kitchen ceiling! I immediately called Larry, and he was able to come over bright and early this morning to check the problem. Larry quickly found the issue: come to find out, we had a crack in the overflow catch! Larry was able to get it fixed and did a great patch in the wall, too! We’ve never had a plumbing issue before this, but if we ever do again, we definitely know who to call!
January 4, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS WATER: WHAT'S ACTUALLY IN IT?
Indianapolis tap water runs 12 to 25 grains per gallon — anything above 7 is considered hard, according to Citizens Energy Group. That mineral load is why water heaters, fixtures, and appliances wear out early across the Southside.
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Three systems, three different jobs.
Removes calcium and magnesium through ion exchange. Fixes scale, spots, and soap scum at every tap.
Whole-home · ion exchange
Carbon and sediment filtration reduces chlorine, Chemical Contaminants, and sediment throughout the home.
Whole-home · carbon + sediment
Point-of-use system under the kitchen sink. Purified
water for drinking and cooking down to the
molecular level.
Kitchen · drinking water
Water softener
Removes calcium and magnesium through ion exchange. Fixes scale, spots, and soap scum at every tap.
Whole-home · ion exchange
Whole-house filter
Carbon and sediment filtration reduces chlorine, Chemical Contaminants, and sediment throughout the home.
Whole-home · carbon + sediment
Reverse osmosis
Point-of-use system under the kitchen sink. Purified
water for drinking and cooking down to the
molecular level.
Kitchen · drinking water
Proudly Serving Indianapolis and the Southside
From our shop in Franklin Township, we cover the full south side of the city and into both Marion and Johnson Counties, about a thirty-mile radius across Central Indiana.
Cities We Serve
Not on the list? Call us — if you’re within our service radius, we’ll make it work.
Southport Questions
How fast can you get to Southport?
Typically under 10 minutes. We’re based in Franklin Township, about 3 to 4 miles away. Southport is one of the closest cities in our service area.
Is there a trip fee for Southport?
Our standard $48 trip/diagnostic fee applies. It’s waived if you proceed with the repair. Southport is in our core service zone, with no location-based surcharges.
My Southport home was built in the 1960s. Should I be concerned about my plumbing?
Homes from that era in Southport typically have galvanized steel supply lines and cast iron drains, both of which have a 40- to 50-year functional lifespan. If yours have never been assessed, a plumbing inspection is a smart investment. We’ll identify the pipe material and condition and let you know whether anything needs attention.
Do you serve the broader Perry Township area?
Yes. We serve Southport, Perry Meridian, Homecroft, and the surrounding Perry Township neighborhoods. Our Franklin Township base is right next door, so response times are fast across the entire zone.
Can you work on the small businesses in Southport?
Yes. We handle commercial plumbing for small businesses, restaurants, and offices in Southport and along the surrounding corridors. Same service, same pricing, same upfront approach.
Ready for an Honest Plumber?
We’re here when you need us — with clear options, reasonable pricing, and work we stand behind.
