A Name New Bern Has Trusted Since 1953
For over seven decades, the team at James L. Cayton Associates, Inc. has proudly served the homes, businesses, and institutions of New Bern, NC, and surrounding communities. What started as a local plumbing company in 1953 has grown into a full-scale, multi-service provider known for reliable work and long-standing relationships.
We’re not just in the plumbing business—we’re in the business of helping people build, maintain, and protect the spaces that matter most. Whether it's a leaky faucet, a complete new construction, or a utility infrastructure installation for a government facility, our team delivers
precision, professionalism, and peace of mind.
What We Do—Our Services at a Glance
Our company provides a wide spectrum of plumbing and utility services to homeowners, general contractors, developers, and municipalities. With fully licensed and insured professionals, we’re ready to take on jobs of any size and scope.
Our Core Service Areas Include:
Home & Business Plumbing Repairs
Water Heater Installation & Repair (Including Tankless Systems)
Leak Detection & Pipe Repairs
Kitchen & Bathroom Plumbing Installations
Faucet & Sink Installations
Water Pump Servicing
Commercial & Industrial Plumbing Projects
Institutional Plumbing (Hospitals, Dorms, Military Bases)
New Construction Plumbing (Single-Family & Commercial)
Water & Sewer Utility Installations (Underground Utilities)
Every service is delivered with the same goal: to create long-term, cost-effective solutions that stand the test of time. We use top-tier products and keep up with local codes and best practices—ensuring your project is built right the first time.
Built on Integrity, Backed by Experience
Our reputation wasn’t built overnight. It was earned job by job, client by client. Over the years, James L. Cayton Associates, Inc. has become a go-to partner for plumbing and utility construction in New Bern and throughout Eastern North Carolina.
We’ve proudly completed work on a wide range of high-profile projects, including:
- CarolinaEast Medical Center
- Airport Rescue & Fire Fighting Facility at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
- SECU Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Government buildings, schools, strip malls, and more
Our commercial and industrial clients rely on our attention to detail, safety-first mindset, and ability to meet timelines—even on complex, large-scale jobs.
Local Knowledge, Regional Reach
Based in New Bern, NC, we serve Eastern North Carolina customers across a 60-mile radius, including:
- Trent Woods
- Riverbend
- Fairfield Harbour
- Craven County
- Pitt County
- Beaufort County
- Onslow County
- Lenoir County
- Pamlico County
- Carteret County
We know the area. We know the water systems. And we know what it takes to provide reliable plumbing in North Carolina's unique coastal environment.
Call 252-637-9389 to Schedule Service or Request a Quote
Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will guide you through the next steps and ensure your questions are answered quickly and clearly.
Need more information?
Call us now at 252-637-9389 and experience the Cayton difference for yourself.
Your plumbing and utility project deserves experience, honesty, and professionalism—and that’s exactly what we deliver.
Our Work
