About Us

COMPANY HISTORY

Photo of founders of Southeastern Plumbing, Heating, & ACRay and Betty Overcash

After dedicating a decade of his life to military service during WW2—four years in the Marines and six in the US Army—Ray Overcash, influenced by his wife Betty, transitioned to civilian life. Drawing on Ray's expertise gained at the Charleston Naval Base as a plumber, the couple embarked on the entrepreneurial journey of opening their own plumbing business.

In the challenging early days common to startups, Ray undertook projects overlooked by other contractors, while Betty managed the household and cared for their growing family. The initial business bore the name "Queen City Plumbing."

In 1961, Ray obtained his plumbing licenses, expanding the scope to include more installation work. Over the years, their children gradually joined or returned to the business. In 1966, the company underwent a name change to Southeastern Plumbing and Heating Company. By October 1978, the business was officially incorporated as Southeastern Plumbing and Heating, Inc., a name it retains to this day.

Having poured nearly four decades into the enterprise, Ray and Betty finally retired in 1995. Today, the business thrives under the ownership and operation of their five children. Despite the transformations since its inception, the commitment to plumbing and HVAC excellence remains unwavering. Established on the bedrock of hard work and ethical customer treatment, our reputation stands firm as we continue to expand our presence in North Carolina and South Carolina.

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