5 Generations of Family-Run Business
Established in 1919 as Akes Brothers Plumbing
Original Settlers in the Southport Area
Our History
Akes family was one of the original settlers in the Southport area. We are proud of the history of past and present generations of the family, dating back to the mid-1800s.
After returning from the First World War in 1919, the original Robert Akes and his brother established the Akes Brothers Plumbers in Southport. Following this, the business was taken forward by successive generations of the family.
Grandfather of the current generation Akes family remained active in the firm until the 1960s. After him, Robert (now retired) also took up the trade from the 1940s to 1990. Currently, his children Robert (Jr) and his siblings run the firm. Tynan is the first of the 4th generation to complete his training and to join the family business.