Six months after opening in Broad Ripple, Howald Heating and Air Conditioning announced last week it has launched a plumbing line.

Effective immediately, the company’s corporate name and logo will be Howald Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing. Steve Kessler will lead the division.

“We had a goal to add this business line when we opened last September,” company owner Larry Howald said in a release. “We were fortunate Steve expressed interest in leading the division. He has experience, expertise and a customer service philosophy that meets our company culture. It’s a great fit.”

The Howald plumbing division will provide full-service repair and installation for residential and commercial plumbing systems from water heaters, faucets, toilets, shower valves, drain line, sump pumps and water filter services.

The company’s other services include 24/7 emergency diagnostics and repairs, indoor air quality assessments, maintenance and product installations, new furnace and air conditioner sales and installation and regular seasonal maintenance plans. For more information, visit www.howaldheatingandair.com.