Family business. Fraction of big-company prices. John & Amber Hickson have been solving plumbing problems in South King County since 2012 — honestly and affordably.
Residential and commercial — from a dripping faucet to a full re-pipe. If it involves plumbing, John has fixed it — for 40+ years.
Residential and commercial plumbing repairs of all types — leaks, pipes, fixtures, and everything in between.
Full pipe replacement and renovation plumbing for kitchen, bathroom, or whole-home remodels.
Tank and tankless, all brands. We repair before we replace — saving you thousands when possible.
Same-day or next-day response across South King County & Pierce County. Don't let a leak become a disaster.
Same-Day ResponseBurst pipes, split faucets, and exterior plumbing fixed fast before Washington winters do more damage.
Identify hidden issues before they become expensive emergencies. Honest assessment, no upselling.
Small business and commercial plumbing — restaurants, offices, retail. All jobs, all sizes.
If it's a small enough job, John will walk you through fixing it yourself — completely free of charge.
Free of ChargeNo franchise fees. No bloated marketing budgets. You pay for the work — nothing else. Our customers have saved thousands by calling us instead.
"South West Plumbing quoted us $15,000 to replace. John said only $2,000. Didn't realise we were going to be ripped off by the other place. Will never go to anyone else again." — Google Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Get a Free Honest Quote
John Hickson has been a Licensed Journeyman Plumber for over 40 years. He founded John The Plumber LLC in 2012 with one goal: provide honest, skilled plumbing at a fraction of what the big companies charge.
His daughter Amber joined the business — she handles estimates, communication, and works every job alongside John. Together they've built a reputation so strong that customers call them for life and refer their families, friends, and coworkers.
"I'll even walk you through fixing it yourself if it's a small enough job. I'm here to help, not to overcharge you. — John Hickson, Licensed Journeyman Plumber
P.S. — Yes, that's really a rubber duck on the truck. It's become a neighborhood landmark. Locals spot it and wave.
"John could have easily charged a lot for this job or said he didn't have time. He walked me through fixing it myself for free. I can promise you I will call John anytime I have a plumbing issue. Good to know there is someone who honestly wants to help."
"His rates were straight up with no surprises, at a fraction of the cost of all those big name companies. I made sure to get business cards for all my friends, family and coworkers. The bonus is they are a family business. I won't call anyone else for my plumbing. Thanks John and Amber!"
"Best plumber ever! South West Plumbing quoted us $15,000 to replace — John said only $2,000. Didn't realise we were going to be ripped off by the other place. Will never go to anyone else again."
"John fixed a small drip in about 5 minutes, then didn't charge me a dime. That's very rare these days. He will be my go-to guy for all of my properties from here forward. Thanks for your exemplary integrity and service, John!"
"I agree — they are the greatest and easy to talk to! Instead of replacing the hot water tank they discovered the issue and fixed it without replacing anything! I would give you more than 5 stars if I could!"
"Can't thank you guys enough for taking care of my emergency leak! I am SO relieved that I have someone I can call (emergency or not). You guys work together SO well — you are a great team!"
"John the plumber was totally awesome, did the job quickly and efficiently and cleaned up when finished. His price was very competitive and I felt I more than received my money's worth!"
"John is the best plumber around — my hot water heater was busted and I was told it needed replacing costing thousands of dollars, but John fixed it for little to nothing. I would definitely use him again. Thanks John (the shower was great!)"
Based right here in South King County — we know every neighborhood, every street, and every home we serve. No long waits, no out-of-area surcharges.
At John The Plumber, we are proudly LGBTQ+-friendly. Every family, home, and business deserves quality, honest plumbing without discrimination or judgment. Our door — and our toolbox — is open to everyone.
Yes. John is a Licensed Journeyman Plumber in Washington State, and the business is BBB Accredited, Bonded, and Insured. You're protected every step of the way.
Absolutely — we handle residential and commercial plumbing. Restaurants, offices, retail spaces, multi-unit buildings — call us for a quote.
Call us anyway. No job is too small. And if it truly is something you can fix yourself, John will walk you through it — free of charge. That's just how we operate.
Same-day or next-day in most cases across South King County and Pierce County. Call (253) 886-8780 immediately — we'll get to you as fast as possible.
No franchise fees, no huge marketing budgets, no corporate overhead. You pay for the work John and Amber do — nothing else. That's why customers consistently save $5,000 to $13,000 compared to big-name competitors.
Absolutely — every family, home, and business is welcome. No exceptions, no judgment.
Always, when possible. Multiple reviews confirm John diagnosed and fixed water heaters that other companies insisted needed full replacement — saving customers thousands of dollars.
Whether it's an emergency or a scheduled repair — John and Amber are ready to help. No call centres, no answering machines. Real people who pick up.
