Meet Our Team

Dan began his career in 1995 as a part-time plumbing excavator while attending Lancaster County Career and Technology Center (CTC) graduating in 1997. After working for several companies as an apprentice, foreman and superintendent, Dan founded Houseal Plumbing in 2005 and shortly thereafter earned his Pennsylvania Master Plumber’s license. With Dan’s guidance in the field and in the office, Houseal Plumbing has grown in volume and reputation.

Dan has been a local volunteer fireman for over two decades and is currently the Deputy Chief of the Maytown-East Donegal Township Fire Department. He also volunteers his time to mentor the next generation of local plumbing professionals.

Charity is a big part of company culture and those efforts are spearheaded by Dan. Toys for Tots, Schreiber Children’s Hospital and many local athletic teams and organizations are just some ways Dan gives back to support the surrounding communities.

In his spare time Dan enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his wife and three children.

Steve was born in Washington D.C. and moved to Lancaster in 2000. He graduated from Hempfield High School in 2006, where he immersed himself in the school’s shop programs, taking classes in metalwork, carpentry, and other trades. These early experiences gave Steve a strong foundation in mechanical skills and fueled his curiosity for hands-on work.

After graduation, Steve explored several career paths in the trades. He worked as a civilian contractor building military engines, then gained additional technical experience as a cable installer with Comcast. His dedicated career in the mechanical trades began with Altech Mechanical as an HVAC technician. There, Steve was cross-trained in multiple disciplines and it was during this time that he discovered his passion for plumbing.

In October 2022, Steve joined Houseal Plumbing as a service technician. His professionalism, attention to detail, and natural leadership ability quickly set him apart. In August of 2024, Steve was promoted to Service Manager, where he now oversees the entire service division. In this role, Steve is responsible for guiding the service team, ensuring quality workmanship, and providing reliable solutions for both residential and commercial customers.

When he’s not working, Steve enjoys hunting, fishing, and working on his truck. He also values family time, especially traveling to Hawaii with his wife and their three sons.

Scott was born and raised in Columbia, PA and graduated from Columbia H.S. in 1986. Upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country.

After his stint with the Air Force Scott began his career in plumbing becoming an apprentice with George Heistand Plumbing from his home town of Columbia PA. Shortly thereafter Heistand Plumbing moved out of state to Florida.

In 1992 he was then hired by the Lancaster area legacy firm of Frey Lutz where he completed his apprenticeship and served as a journeyman and foreman for the better part of two decades before leaving to become the maintenance supervisor at the Manheim Area Sewer and Water Authority.

In May of 2021 Scott found his true calling, accepting a position as commercial plumbing superintendent for Houseal Plumbing. Scott has many responsibilities but primarily he oversees all field personnel for the commercial plumbing division.

Giving back to the community is also deeply important to Scott as he is heavily involved with numerous veterans’ organizations including the Maytown American Legion where he’s served as Commander for 20-years. He is also part of the Maytown Civic Association, past president of the Donegal Midget Football program and he has also served on the board for the Susquehanna Stage Company in Marietta.

Scott now resides in Maytown with his wife and their two children.

Cody was born and raised in Lancaster County. From birth he was exposed to the mechanical trades. His father is a commercial electrician, his uncle, a controls electrician, another uncle being a home builder supervisor and his grandfather was a Peterbilt mechanic.

Cody graduated from Lancaster Christian School as well as the Protective Services Academy of LCCTC with desires of a public service career, despite his skilled trade family history. Upon graduation he began a career in EMS. This continued until 2017 when he made the decision to forge a new future with better earning opportunities and a better home life for his wife and daughter.

With no training or experience, he was given the opportunity to begin as an apprentice with EH Gochnauer and Sons. From here he learned the trades as a commercial plumber from the ground up. He enjoyed this profession and continued to learn. EH Gochnauer was purchased by Triangle Refrigeration and his training continued. While working with Triangle, he was promoted to site foreman thanks to a supportive leadership team.

In June of 2021, Cody was hired by Houseal Plumbing as a commercial foreman. Shortly after working for Houseal Plumbing, it was observed that Cody had developed a strong ability to read and understand blueprints as well as the intricacies of job management. Cody was then offered the position of estimator and project manager.

Cody has not only been successful in helping commercial customers both large and small complete their bid process but completing their jobs in a timely, safe and profitable manner. In his spare time, Cody enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter; camping, hunting and volunteering with Rothsville Volunteer Fire Company EMS.

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