Plumbing Outfitters announced that Ashley Stroud, Co-Owner and Chief Operating Officer, has passed the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners' Master Plumber License Exam, one of the highest accolades in the plumbing industry. Stroud began her plumbing career as an apprentice in 2017, earned her Journeyman Plumber License in 2021, and now joins an exclusive group of women who have achieved Master Plumber status in Texas.
This milestone is significant not only for Stroud but also for the broader effort to encourage women to pursue careers in skilled trades. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, women make up only about 2% of the plumbing workforce. Stroud’s achievement demonstrates that plumbing is a viable and rewarding career path for women, one that requires skill, leadership, and dedication.
“This achievement is not just personal—it signifies a new benchmark,” Stroud said. “I aspire for women to recognize plumbing as a legitimate and fulfilling career option, one founded on skill, leadership, and purpose. Plumbing Outfitters has consistently represented excellence, and this marks another stride toward that aspiration.”
As COO of Plumbing Outfitters, Stroud oversees operations, leadership development, and the company’s mission to support its team, clients, and community. She remains a key figure in the company’s commitment to integrity, technical expertise, and community engagement. Her husband and business partner, John Stroud, continues to serve as the Responsible Master Plumber for the company. Together, they have built one of Central Texas’s most respected locally owned and family-operated plumbing businesses, known for professionalism, innovation, and strong values.
Plumbing Outfitters, established by genuine Central Texans, provides residential and commercial plumbing services throughout the Greater Austin area. The company is recognized for its craftsmanship, transparency, and customer-focused approach, offering a wide range of plumbing repairs, installations, and maintenance programs, including the signature Wayfinder Wolf Pack Membership. For more information, visit www.plumbingoutfitters.com.
Stroud’s accomplishment highlights the growing opportunities for women in trades and underscores the importance of representation in fields traditionally dominated by men. As more women like Stroud achieve high-level certifications, the industry moves closer to greater diversity and inclusion.
