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Brad Persic and Jack Hope worked at an Indianapolis plumbing company through college, always talking about going out on their own and starting their own business.
In 2007, Hope says, they decided to give it a shot and got started with just Brad, Jack and a truck.
“We started walking through Broad Ripple, passing out business cards, and my mom and Brad’s brother-in-law were passing out door hangers,” Hope says. “Over the course of two or three years, we had become really busy and were able to hire two or three people.”
At just 26 and 27 years old, Persic and Hope decided Hope Plumbing was the real deal.
“We saw it was a real business and decided to pursue it as a career, not just a way to pay the bills,” Hope says. “That’s when we began treating it as a real opportunity.”
The company became known as the go-to for plumbing and HVAC (heating and cooling) needs serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Today, they’re home to more than 200 employees and are always hiring.
They specialize in old and new residential homes for everything from leak repairs to sump pumps on the plumbing side and indoor air quality to smart thermostats in HVAC.
As of the winter of 2025, Hope Plumbing has added to its repertoire.
As the clientele grew, so did the company. Most recently, Hope Plumbing merged with Avon-based Frye Electric, bringing both teams under one roof.
Hal Frye has a similar story to Persic and Hope. He too started Frye Electric by himself and, over the course of more than four decades, built a well-respected electrical company.
In early December, Frye Electric posted a message for customers.
“As [Hal] steps into retirement, joining forces with Hope ensures that the integrity, quality and community-first mindset he created will continue for generations,” the message says in part.
Hope and Persic hadn’t necessarily planned a merger, but knowing the benefit it would be to customers and being in the right place at the right time worked out for both parties.
“Hal and I have a mutual friend, and he was beginning to consider retirement,” Hope says. “We talked over the course of a year. When he was ready, we were in a position to move forward. It was perfect timing, and we began discussing how everything would come together.” Hope says.
Having electric services under the same roof as plumbing and HVAC truly allows the customer to make one call and get their home-service needs met.
While homeowners often think of the systems as two distinct structures, many of the systems are intertwined more than most of us realize.
The water heater is one example of how plumbing and electrical systems work together. In bathrooms and kitchens, many jobs require both a plumber and an electrician to ensure safety and efficiency.
“The big impetus is providing better customer service, so you don’t have to have three different companies come out. Reasonably speaking, we’re able to take care of as much of your house as possible,” Hope says.
It was important to Frye that his team was taken care of, and inviting Frye’s knowledgeable and experienced staff to join them put Hope Plumbing in a great position.
“They all work for us now. We’ve provided assurances and made sure everyone felt welcome,” Hope says. “The transition has been great so far. Frye has run a strong business for more than 40 years with experienced managers and staff. Fundamentally, we’re aligned. We’re just working through the process of making sure everyone operates on the same page.”
Caring for their employees is nothing new.
As a company, Hope says, they work hard to provide a good culture for the people working at Hope Plumbing, focusing on everything from compensation to holiday parties and team events.
“We support a proper work-life balance, and that doesn’t always happen in this field,” Hope says. “We also support the community through the activities our employees are engaged in.”
Hope has built a reputation for investing in both its workforce and the communities they call home. The company regularly sponsors youth sports teams and school programs across Hendricks County. That includes Hendricks Community Soccer, intramural basketball leagues, the Avon High School Marching Band and school fundraisers. Many of these efforts are tied directly to employees’ families, reflecting the commitment from company leadership to stand behind its team both on and off the job.
Share upcoming sponsorship opportunities with Persic and Hope, and you’ll likely see the Hope Plumbing name on a banner at your child’s next championship game.
They’ll also continue supporting commitments that Frye has always supported, such as the Hendricks County Rib-Fest and other large events. This year, look for Hope Plumbing’s logo as the Kids’ Zone sponsor.
Soon, the Frye Electric trucks and brand will fade as the merger is completed, but it’s safe to say customers now have access to an all-encompassing company that has the right person for the job regardless of the home-service need.
Visit hopeplumbing.com for more information.
