Denver Plumbing Owner Listed Landmark Building for Sale
The owner of Time Plumbing, Heating & Electric is selling his 22,600-square-foot facility to downsize operations.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Commercial
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Plumber Brad Apple has listed his Denver commercial building at 2525 W. 6th Ave. for $3.4 million. The property, known for its 155-foot flagpole, is being sold as the business navigates rising operational costs and market shifts.
Why it matters
The sale reflects broader challenges in the skilled trades sector, including increased competition and rising expenses like the $890 cost for standard furnace boards. These operational pressures have prompted a strategic downsize for the 26-year-old local firm.
The building at 2525 W. 6th Ave. is priced at $150 per square foot. The business, which reports that 10 percent of its current workload involves correcting errors made by unlicensed competitors, is managing current revenue levels down from its 2019 peak.
The players
Brad Apple
The founder of Time Plumbing, Heating & Electric who launched his business in 2000.
Time Plumbing, Heating & Electric
A local contractor providing home repair services that is currently projecting $3 million in annual revenue.
The details
The listing follows a period of contraction for Time Plumbing, Heating & Electric as the business adapts to a smaller team size and increased overhead. Rising supply costs, such as the $890 price tag for furnace computer boards, have pressured margins in an industry where unlicensed competitors often operate at lower price points. Apple intends to transition the company into a smaller, more efficient workspace once the current property sells.
Timeline
2000: Brad Apple launched Time Plumbing.
2019: The company reached its best revenue year.
September 2026: The commercial property at 2525 W. 6th Ave. was listed for sale.
Money Landscape
This move highlights the ongoing consolidation within the local skilled trades market as firms react to margin pressure. The transition marks a strategic pivot away from the industry expansion seen in the late 2010s toward leaner, more cost-conscious operational models.
Homeowners should be aware that the high cost of components like furnace boards reflects current supply chain pricing for licensed contractors. If you are hiring for repairs, speak with a qualified professional to confirm their licensing status to avoid the common errors that now account for 10 percent of professional service calls.
The takeaway
Business owners in the trades are currently prioritizing operational efficiency as input costs and market competition shift. If you are planning a major home repair project, keep a record of all work performed and consult a certified professional to ensure long-term system reliability.
Further reading
For more information on market trends affecting local business owners, visit our section on Commercial.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Denver Post.
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