About Us

Supporting South Florida's Critical Infrastructure Since 2000

For more than two decades, Madsen Barr Corporation has helped South Florida municipalities maintain the underground infrastructure that communities rely on every day. As a family-owned underground utility contractor, we specialize in water and wastewater system maintenance, repairs, emergency response, and municipal infrastructure support—delivering dependable service with safety, precision, and accountability at the forefront.

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Built on Experience. Driven by Reliability.

The original Madsen Barr was established in 1980 by partners John Barr and Bob Madsen, swiftly rising to prominence as a national leader in underground utility rehabilitation and U-Liner installations. Their dedication to innovation, safety, and customer satisfaction garnered them widespread recognition within the industry, including a feature in Trenchless Technology magazine in 1994. Eventually, the company was sold to investors for millions, enabling both founders to enjoy a well-deserved retirement.

Today, Madsen Barr Corporation is a family-owned underground utility contractor serving municipalities throughout South Florida. Led by partners John Barr and Nick Erro, we have built our reputation on dependable service, quality workmanship, and a commitment to keeping critical water and wastewater infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.

Our team specializes in water and wastewater maintenance, utility repairs, emergency response services, and municipal infrastructure support. By combining decades of industry experience with a focus on safety, communication, and accountability, we help cities minimize disruptions and maintain reliable systems that serve their communities for years to come.

25+ Years

Serving South Florida municipalities for over 25 years and counting

Water & Wastewater Specialists

Focused exclusively on underground utility maintenance and repair

24/7 Emergency Response

Available when urgent infrastructure issues arise

Family-Owned

Built on accountability, communication, and craftsmanship

Guided by Four Core Principles

Everything we do is built around four principles that have shaped our company from the beginning:

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01
Safety

Protecting our team, our clients, and the communities we serve.

02
Customer Satisfaction

Delivering responsive service and dependable results.

03
Equipment Maintenance

Maintaining reliable equipment to ensure operational readiness.

04
Production

Completing projects efficiently without compromising quality.

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Magazine cover titled "Trenchless Technology" from August 1994 featuring two men, one seated and one standing, both dressed in business casual attire. The cover includes text about a case study of a successful small business, Madsen/Barr, and other articles about doing business in Mexico, directional drilling, and a Berlin tour.
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A newspaper page with a small photo of two men in a discussion, one seated at a desk and the other standing, both in business attire. The article contains text about pipe installation and a section for Holly Pipe Corp., including contact information and a logo.

See Us In Action

From emergency utility repairs to ongoing municipal maintenance projects, our team is on the ground every day helping cities keep essential water and wastewater systems operating safely and efficiently. Explore our project gallery to see the people, equipment, and expertise behind the work that keeps South Florida communities moving forward.

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Photograph of three men in professional attire, two sitting and one standing, in front of a plain background, with the man in the middle wearing a striped shirt and the man sitting at the table in a white nurse's coat.
Photograph of five people standing outdoors near a truck with a sign that reads "U-LINER TRAILER PIPELINE PRODUCTION." The four individuals on the left are wearing blue shirts, and the person on the right wears a white shirt and a cap. The person on the far right appears to be working with a piece of equipment.
Photograph of five people standing outdoors near a truck with a sign that reads "U-LINER TRAILER PIPELINE PRODUCTION." The four individuals on the left are wearing blue shirts, and the person on the right wears a white shirt and a cap. The person on the far right appears to be working with a piece of equipment.

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