Guadalupe Valdivia Founded This Business on Field Experience
A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical is a family-owned, fully insured plumbing, heating, and electrical contractor serving Malibu and the greater Los Angeles area since 1994. The business was founded by Guadalupe Valdivia, who began his career as a working plumber and built the company from the ground up over more than three decades of field work.
What started as a local plumbing operation grew to cover HVAC and electrical work as clients' needs expanded. We were already operating in 1994, before many of the competitors now active in this area had opened their doors. That head start meant we built our reputation job by job, referral by referral, in the same communities we still serve today.
We've worked along the Malibu coastline and throughout the greater Los Angeles area for over thirty years. Staying family-owned was a deliberate choice, not a limitation. We've never scaled into a franchise, and we don't plan to. The way we work is personal because the people running this business live and work here too.
Verifiable Credentials Behind Every Job
Yes, A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical is fully licensed and insured. CSLB license 722368 is active and publicly verifiable, the business carries full insurance for residential and commercial work, and the team brings 65+ years of combined field experience across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and septic. We've operated continuously since 1994.
CSLB License 722368
License number 722368 is issued by the Contractors State License Board and publicly verifiable at cslb.ca.gov. It confirms all work meets California code standards and gives property owners legal protection on every job we perform.
Fully Insured for Every Job
Our full insurance coverage means any damage or incident on site is our liability, not yours. Hiring an uninsured contractor transfers that risk directly to the property owner. We carry insurance so you don't have to worry about it.
65+ Years of Combined Field Experience
That figure reflects the combined experience of the team members who carry out the work across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and septic systems. It's not one person's tenure. It's the practical knowledge each technician brings to every job site.
What a Family-Owned Contractor Does Differently
When a family owns and operates the business, the owner's name is on every job. Decisions about what to recommend, what materials to use, and how long a repair should take are made by people who answer for the outcome directly. There's no layer of management between the job site and the person responsible for the work. That's a practical advantage, not a marketing point.
A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical has stayed deliberately local. We serve the same communities we've worked in since 1994, including Malibu, Culver City, Long Beach, and surrounding areas. When a homeowner or property manager calls back with a follow-up question, they reach the same people who handled their job. That continuity matters. Large multi-crew companies cycle through technicians. We don't.
Handling plumbing, HVAC, and electrical under one roof means a property manager or homeowner builds one service relationship instead of coordinating three separate contractors. It saves time and avoids the confusion of split accountability. To see all services we offer, visit our services page.
Questions Worth Asking Before You Book a Contractor
These are the questions Malibu-area homeowners and property managers ask most often when vetting a trade contractor for the first time. Direct answers only.
How do I verify that A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical is actually licensed in California?
You can verify our license directly at cslb.ca.gov, the Contractors State License Board's public lookup tool. Search our license number to confirm the active license status, insurance on file, and the license holder's name. No third party needed. The record is public and updated by the state. We encourage you to check before booking any contractor.
How long has A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical been in business?
A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical was founded in 1994 by Guadalupe Valdivia. That puts us at over 30 years of continuous operation serving Malibu and the greater Los Angeles area. The business has remained family-owned throughout, with no change in ownership or structure since it was established.
Does A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical handle both residential and commercial jobs?
Yes. We work for homeowners, rental property owners, and property managers on the residential side, covering everything from single-family homes to multi-unit buildings. On the commercial side, we serve light commercial buildings, small offices, and mixed-use properties. If you're unsure whether your job fits our scope, call us and we'll give you a direct answer.
What trades does A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical cover under one license?
We cover six trade categories under one contractor: plumbing installation and repair, septic systems, water heater services, sewer line cleaning, HVAC maintenance and installation, and electrical repair and installation. Working with one licensed contractor across all these trades means one point of contact, one set of credentials to verify, and one party accountable for the outcome.
Is A&B Malibu Plumbing, Heating & Electrical insured for work at my property?
Yes, fully insured for both residential and commercial work. In practical terms that means if something goes wrong on site, the liability sits with us, not with you. Your property and your finances are protected. An uninsured contractor shifts that risk to the homeowner. We carry full insurance so that's never a concern on any job we take.
Reach Out and Get a Straight Answer
Choosing a contractor is a real decision, and the right response to a serious inquiry is a direct conversation. We're not going to hand you a brochure. Call us, fill out the contact form, or stop by. Appointments are available Monday through Saturday, and we'll give you honest information from the first call.
We're available Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-4:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM. All service visits are by appointment.
