Life Celebration Commemorates Wendell’s Enduring Legacy of Enterprise Innovation, Using Over 2000 Folks and Serving Northern Virginia & Southern Maryland for Over 4 A long time 

A outstanding sight unfolded on June 16, 2023 as a mess of My Plumber Plus vans lined Route 66 forming a strong image of homage and respect to pioneering native businessman, R. Wendell Presgrave. The convoy, pushed by My Plumber Plus plumbers, HVAC service consultants and electricians, was a show of admiration and appreciation for his or her firm Founder. 

The motorcade traveled from the My Plumber Plus headquarters in Manassas to the Park Valley Church in Haymarket, the place a Celebration of Life memorial service was held. The occasion introduced collectively buddies, members of the family, staff, and distinguished colleagues from everywhere in the US and past to pay tribute to Wendell’s life, and to over 4 a long time of his profound affect on the native enterprise neighborhood.

LINK TO PROCESSION VIDEO – https://youtu.be/ExVek6aLNGE

Wendell’s ardour for plumbing, buyer centric focus, and powerful work ethic might be traced again to 1968 when he started as a components runner for Griffin Plumbing. After incomes his Masters in Plumbing license, he began his first firm in 1975, Courthouse Plumbing, which he offered in 1982 and start My Plumber, later named My Plumber Plus as a result of addition of HVAC and electrical companies. His modern “Identical Day Service Assured” promise turned a trendsetter.

Wendell went on to be a 4 occasions previous President of the Virginia PHCC (Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Affiliation), and to earn many awards alongside his son and enterprise companion, Mark Presgrave, together with PHC Information Journal High 100 Contractors of the yr, Washington Enterprise Journal High Contractor, Prince William County Enterprise Excellence Award, PM Plumbing & Mechanical Greatest Contractor to Work For, and Chief of Nexstar‘s High 10 Total Selective Service Firms, to call a couple of. 

My Plumber Plus has employed over 2000 individuals and served lots of of hundreds of consumers in Virginia, Maryland and even San Diego, CA the place a West Coast workplace was opened in 1999. Whereas Wendell’s enterprise accolades are well-deserved, those that labored with him say he was fast to present the credit score to his My Plumber Plus crew. Wendell had an abundance mentality, believing that there was an abundance of alternative on the market for his firm and others. He brazenly shared his insights and actively helped others within the enterprise neighborhood succeed. 

Pictured Above: R. Wendell Presgrave

“What can I say about one of many Godfathers of the service trade. I had and at all times could have numerous respect for one of many best service enterprise operators of my lifetime. I’ll at all times bear in mind how type and useful Mr. Presgrave was with me and numerous the teachings I realized from him helped affect what I’ve finished in my very own firm. Despite the fact that I’m not a jealous man, I used to be at all times a little bit envious about how Mark and Wendell labored facet by facet as father and son, and the way I’d have given again all my accomplishments to have my father by my facet.” Basim M. Mansour, Proud Son, Michael & Son Providers, Inc.

“I had the pleasure to have referred to as Wendell Presgrave a great good friend, mentor and somebody who can be there for you irrespective of how loopy or outlandish your request could also be. He would at all times hear, non-judgmentally, to something you’d discuss with him.  A real confidant that I may rely upon. 

I can’t think about the quantity of people that he touched in his lifetime, and they’re grateful for his recommendation, friendship and cheerful outlook on life. He was at all times there with a smile and type phrases; he’ll depart a void in my life, his familys’ and so many others. Wendell was a real pioneer within the trade.” Theresa Dagenhart, VP, Lengthy’s Company

Recognizing a necessity for certified and accessible tradespeople, Wendell’s spirit of innovation led to the creation of the My Plumber Plus Academy. This instructional program gives paid studying alternatives for aspiring plumbers. Wendell has impressed numerous younger people and apprentices over time, leaving an indelible influence throughout Northern Virginia and Southern Maryland. 

Pictured Above: Wendell presenting certificates to My Plumber Plus Academy graduates on 4/6/2023.

Wendell was a lifelong Northern Virginia native and a proud graduate of Herndon Excessive Faculty. In his earlier years, he served as a volunteer firefighter and as a member of the Military Nationwide Guard. He even showcased his dance strikes on the native Milt Grant present on Channel 5, incomes him the title of probably the most sought-after dance companion. 

Lively in his local people, his help prolonged to numerous causes, together with Little League and minor league sponsorships, native meals drives, Wounded Warriors, Alzheimer’s Affiliation, Breast Most cancers Consciousness, Autism help and the Firefighters Fund of Fairfax County, amongst others. 

“We didn’t construct this by ourselves, our staff constructed it. We’ve been blessed by the correct individuals coming alongside to assist us—together with Mark. He’s a a lot better businessman than I ever was. If it wasn’t for him, we wouldn’t be the place we’re in the present day. I’m so happy with what he’s finished.” R. Wendell Presgrave, My Plumber Plus Founder (From 2021 Interview)

“Once I consider Wendall, I consider a smile and amusing. I consider a person who valued connection, friendship and making individuals’s day higher.  Wendall would attend Nexstar occasions however not often step foot within the assembly rooms.  He would as a substitute maintain courtroom within the hallways and break areas, speaking, laughing, and making individuals really feel particular.  Once I would encourage him to come back into the assembly rooms, he would smile, inform me a joke, after which say in all seriousness, “That’s okay. I’m right here to see buddies.” He would journey throughout the nation to not attend a seminar however to see individuals that he cared about. Wendall was a particular man who made this world a greater place.”  Jack Tester, Former President & CEO, Nexstar Community (and good friend of Wendall Presgrave)

“I first met Wendell once I determined to make a transfer from the “company” plumbing firm I labored for. They have been getting a bit inflexible within the insurance policies. I bear in mind strolling into the store on Orchard Avenue in Fairfax. Wendell met me with nice enthusiasm! Very upbeat and an infinite smile. He defined how his system labored. This was in 1985. Wendell supplied me the job and I took it with open arms. Wendell was at all times beneficiant along with his time and encouragement. Wendell at all times inspired me in my plumbing profession. He was a beneficiant and understanding man to work for. I used to be there for 33 years and by no means regretted a second. He shall be sorely missed.” John McDonald, My Plumber Plus Plumber (A part of the unique plumbing crew)