2025 Women’s Profile: Erin Peterson

Owner, Williams Plumbing

Erin Peterson is under no illusion that many are surprised to learn she is the face and brain of Williams Plumbing.

While she’s aware the occurrence of women in the plumbing industry and trades in general is not nearly as common as men in the industry, she aims to break down barriers and disprove misconceptions.

Peterson came to plumbing by means of a background in construction. Before moving to the Emerald Coast, she was a project manager for a construction company in Arizona. While being a female in the field was a rarity, she was inspired by the company owner to keep pursuing this course.

“He always told me there’s a place for women in the trades because the way we approach projects is different,” says Peterson. “We are detail-oriented while also being able to see the impact of the big picture.”

Ever the problem solver, Peterson found herself pulled toward plumbing because it presented a challenge.

“Plumbing is not an exact science, it is not always black and white,” Peterson says. “While I enjoy solving problems for clients, even more so, I’m drawn to helping people through times that can be challenging, even scary. I have a heart of service, so I love to lend expertise, provide advice, and ultimately solve their problem.”

Williams Plumbing specializes in many different facets from plumbing service calls to remodels. As a small, female-owned-and-operated company, Peterson fields all calls herself and can be found both running the office and out in the field working alongside her crews.

As plumbing impacts the functioning of homes and businesses, Peterson understands that many people call her in panic. Her intent is to offer a sense of calm and empathy followed by confidence and assurance the issue will be resolved. This is an asset she feels secures repeat customers—having their problems first validated and then eliminated.

Peterson plans to keep expanding her service area and adding to her team, while always maintaining her values of honesty and community service.

“I owe it to the women in this community to support, inspire, and mentor them,” she says. “The women before us cracked the glass ceiling; we are working to eliminate it.”

Her favorite part of owning a plumbing company is getting to see the twinkle in her 9-year-old son’s eyes when he shares her career path with others.

“He sees what women are capable of and is proud of that,” Peterson says.

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