Who We Are
Rooted in the
Santa Barbara Community
Good Land Plumbing & Construction is a licensed plumbing and construction contractor serving residential, commercial, restaurant, multifamily, agricultural, and new-construction customers throughout Goleta, Santa Barbara, and surrounding Santa Barbara County communities. California Contractor License #868972.
The business began in 1978 as Van Nostrand Plumbing, building a reputation for honest work and reliable service in the Goleta and Santa Barbara community. For over 45 years, the company has served homeowners, businesses, and restaurants throughout the area.
Longtime employee Andrew Hug acquired the company in 2005, continuing its tradition of serving the community. Under Andrew's ownership, the company expanded its capabilities to include both plumbing and construction services, handling everything from smaller service calls to larger construction, pipeline, excavation, and utility projects.
Andrew Hug grew up on these beaches and has spent decades building a professional reputation in the community. The company owns excavation and backhoe equipment, works on underground pipelines and utilities, and serves both residential and commercial customers across Santa Barbara County.

Since 1978
Serving the 805
Company Timeline
Founded as Van Nostrand Plumbing, serving the Goleta and Santa Barbara community with residential and commercial plumbing services.
Longtime employee Andrew Hug acquired the company, continuing its tradition of serving the community and expanding into construction services.
A full-service plumbing and construction company handling service calls, sewer and water heater work, remodeling, new construction, pipelines, and excavation across Santa Barbara County.
Meet the Owner
Andrew Hug
Andrew Hug grew up in the Goleta and Santa Barbara area and has spent decades building a professional reputation in the community. He acquired Good Land Plumbing & Construction in 2005 after working as a longtime employee, continuing the company's tradition of honest work and reliable service.
Under Andrew's ownership, the company expanded from plumbing services into full construction capabilities, including excavation, pipeline work, and remodeling. The company owns its own excavation and backhoe equipment, allowing it to handle underground utility projects without relying on subcontractors for equipment.
Service Philosophy
Why Choose Good Land
Facts, Not Slogans
Established in 1978
Founded as Van Nostrand Plumbing, serving the Goleta and Santa Barbara community for over 45 years.
California Contractor License #868972
Licensed and insured plumbing and construction contractor. Bonded for your protection.
Plumbing and construction under one roof
Handles everything from a clogged drain to excavation, pipeline installation, and full remodeling projects.
Owns excavation and backhoe equipment
Performs sewer excavation, utility trenching, and pipeline work without relying on subcontractors for equipment.
Serves residential and commercial customers
Works with homeowners, businesses, restaurants, property managers, multifamily properties, and agricultural operations.
Locally owned and operated
Based in the Goleta area. Owner Andrew Hug grew up in the community and has spent decades building a professional reputation.
California Contractor License
License #868972
Plumbing and construction contracting
Bonded & Insured
Fully insured for your protection
Residential and commercial projects
Established 1978
Over 45 years serving the community
Originally Van Nostrand Plumbing
Our Capabilities
Our Service Area
Good Land Plumbing & Construction serves Goleta, Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, Isla Vista, the Santa Ynez Valley, and surrounding Santa Barbara County communities. The company is based in the Goleta area and does not maintain separate physical offices in each community.
View all service areasNeed Plumbing Service?
Call Good Land Plumbing & Construction at (805) 968-2730 or send a message through the contact page. The company serves residential, commercial, and restaurant customers throughout Goleta and Santa Barbara.
