Schumacher&son Plumbing

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Why this pro?

Customers say this pro provides high-quality workmanship, is communicative and professional, and respects customers' homes while explaining options. They provide plumbing pipe, water heater, and sink and faucet install and replacement services, and they've been in business for 30 years.

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About

I am a certified plumbing contractor license # CFC1425615 that does straight forward pricing so there are no surprises I take pride in my work and as if I’m working in my own home I am a veteran from the army and I believe in the best costumer satisfaction I enjoy making people happy and feeling comfortable when having a stranger in there home and enjoy meeting new people all the time

Overview

Hired 71 times

Background checked

5 employees

30 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2018

Services offered

Heater services needed

Repair

Installation or replacement

Routine maintenance

Heater problems

Maintenance needed

No hot water

Water isn't hot enough

Hot water turns off during use

Type of water heater

Gas tank

Electric tank

Gas tankless

Electric tankless

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.

Great 4.7

59 reviews

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Nancy D.

Sep 25, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

James and his assistant did an excellent job working on my utility and master bath remodel project. Their quality workmanship and respect for my home was outstanding. I would definitely hire this company again in the future.

Details: A few pipes • Other plumbing installation or replacement • House

Plumbing Pipe Installation or Replacement

Barbara D.

Aug 26, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Yes, the location has an existing heater • Gas tank (standard) • Rheem • Garage • House

Water Heater Installation or Replacement

Lesley M.

Jun 13, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Yes, the location has an existing heater • Gas tankless • Navien • Garage • House

Water Heater Installation or Replacement

Araceliz G.

May 20, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

James did a great job on our Water Heater replacement and explained everything well. Great price, work quality and completed the job in a short amount of time.

Details: Yes, the location has an existing heater • Gas tank (standard) • Other brand • Garage • House

Water Heater Installation or Replacement

Raphael o.

Dec 24, 2017

Details: Repair • No hot water • Other heater issue • Electric tankless (least common) • Garage • House • Owner

Water Heater Repair or Maintenance

Credentials

Background Check

James Schumacher

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First and foremost I do not park on the driveway unless I have to I always wear shoe covers so I don’t track dirt in and before I get to the issue I like to ask questions about the home to get a brief info then go over the issue and give my straight forward price
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I have been plumbing since I was 8 years old my father started this company so that’s how I got started
What types of customers have you worked with?
Physically impaired the elderly and customers that love to ask questions which I love due to I love to educate an homeowner