Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Plumbing & Site Work Solutions
The Nelson Stark Company has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial construction since its founding in 1993 through the merger of Nelson Excavating and Stark Plumbing. With over 90 combined years of industry expertise, we specialize in integrated plumbing, site work, and excavation services across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Our team of 220+ skilled professionals delivers comprehensive solutions for hospitals, research facilities, commercial developments, and municipal projects. We maintain rigorous safety standards, evidenced by our decade-long EMR ratings below industry averages and multiple Safe Contractor awards.Our investment in advanced equipment and technology ensures efficient execution of projects ranging from medical gas systems to large-scale site development. By combining plumbing expertise with excavation capabilities under one umbrella, we provide cost-effective, schedule-driven results for complex projects. Our commitment to client collaboration and quality craftsmanship has solidified our reputation as a regional market leader.
Services
Plumbing
Site Work
Excavation
Specialty Services
Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We combine 90+ years of combined industry experience with integrated plumbing and excavation capabilities
- Our 220+ skilled professionals handle projects from small repairs to large-scale hospital developments
- We maintain EMR ratings below industry averages with a proven safety training program
- Our fleet of 300+ equipment units enables complete site development under one contract
- We offer 24/7 emergency response services for critical plumbing and excavation needs
Associations and certifications
- Safe Contractor Program
Services
Commercial Plumbing
We deliver comprehensive commercial plumbing solutions for hospitals, research facilities, and industrial complexes. Our expertise includes medical gas systems, acid waste management, and traditional plumbing infrastructure. With over 100 licensed plumbers maintaining multi-state certifications, we ensure code compliance and operational efficiency across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana markets.
Site Development
Our site development services integrate excavation, utility installation, and infrastructure development. Utilizing 200+ heavy equipment units, we execute complete site packages including storm sewers, water mains, and natural gas lines. This vertical integration reduces subcontractor dependencies while maintaining strict schedule adherence for time-sensitive projects.
Excavation
The excavation division operates 300+ equipment units including excavators, dozers, and trenchers. We handle projects from small commercial sites to large industrial developments, specializing in deep foundation shoring systems up to 50 feet. Our capabilities include sheet piling installation and precision grading for complex infrastructure projects.
Specialty Services
Our specialty service division provides 24/7 emergency response for plumbing failures and system malfunctions. Services include sewer jetting, water heater replacement, and backflow testing. Preventive maintenance programs and investigative camera inspections help clients avoid costly downtime through proactive system management.
Design-Build
We offer full design-build services that coordinate plumbing, excavation, and site work under single-contract accountability. This approach streamlines project timelines by eliminating coordination delays between multiple subcontractors while maintaining quality control through our experienced management team.
People
Jeff Read
President
Jeff Read leads strategic operations with over 25 years in commercial construction. He oversees project execution and client relations, leveraging industry expertise to maintain Nelson Stark's reputation for quality and reliability across the Midwest market.
Todd Elliott
Vice President Plumbing
Todd Elliott manages plumbing operations with focus on hospital and industrial projects. His 20+ years in commercial plumbing ensure technical excellence in medical gas systems and complex piping infrastructure for healthcare and research facilities.
Steve Tyranski
Vice President Excavation
Steve Tyranski directs excavation and site work divisions, overseeing equipment operations and field logistics. With extensive experience in heavy earthmoving projects, he ensures efficient execution of large-scale infrastructure developments across multiple states.
Daniel Swope
General Manager Specialty Services
Daniel Swope leads specialty service operations, managing emergency response teams and preventive maintenance programs. His focus on rapid deployment solutions ensures minimal client downtime while maintaining compliance with evolving plumbing codes and standards.
Kory Johnson
Safety Coordinator
Kory Johnson implements safety protocols across all projects, maintaining the company's EMR rating below industry averages. He conducts regular training sessions and enforces compliance with OSHA standards to ensure worker protection and project continuity.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana with headquarters in Cincinnati and a satellite office in Dayton.
Do you handle emergency plumbing repairs?
Yes, our specialty service division provides 24/7 emergency response for critical plumbing failures and system malfunctions.
What safety certifications do your teams hold?
All employees maintain OSHA 10 or 30 cards with additional training in confined space operations, trenching, and equipment handling.
Can you handle large-scale excavation projects?
Our fleet of 300+ equipment units enables execution of complex excavation projects up to 50 feet deep with sheet piling support.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare facilities, industrial plants, commercial developments, and municipal infrastructure projects.
