C.H. Kruse Plumbing
Company Overview
Established in 1980, C.H. Kruse Plumbing, Inc. delivers plumbing solutions. We provide plumbing repairs and services in Vancouver, WA. Be it repairing a faucet in your house, to setting up plumbing for extensive commercial sites, we manage all plumbing needs. Our goal is to achieve results that ensure complete customer satisfaction. We hold all necessary licenses, insurance, and bonding. We offer competitive and fair pricing for our top-notch craftsmanship. Contact C.H. Kruse Plumbing today to see how we can assist you!
After completing a plumbing apprenticeship in the late 1970s, Carl Kruse started building custom homes. The home building sector thrived until a recession in the early 80s raised mortgage rates above 15%. As a result, home sales plummeted. To make ends meet, Carl shifted to plumbing repairs. With the economic recovery, Carl brought on skilled plumbers and started working on residential and commercial plumbing projects, along with service and repair. Eventually, Carl's son Ryan joined the team as a plumber and now helps manage the company. Carl and Ryan are grateful for the talented tradespeople and office staff, both past and present, who have shaped C.H. Kruse Plumbing into its current form.
Since 1990, I have been working with my father, Carl, at C.H. Kruse Plumbing. I grew up immersed in the plumbing trade, spending 13 years in the field before shifting to the office for estimating and project management. My wife, Cristen, is nearing the end of her law school journey at Lewis and Clark. We have a daughter, aged 9, who is currently in fourth grade. Additionally, we are expecting a new baby. I truly enjoy being part of our family business, and I enjoy coaching my daughter's soccer team, snowboarding, kiteboarding, playing soccer, running, photography, and pursuing various other hobbies.
Business Services
- Bathtub installation
- Bathtub repair
- Drain installation
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garbage disposal repair
- Gas line installation
- Gas line repair
- Hot water recirculation pump installation
- Hot water recirculation pump repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Shower installation
- Shower repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water heater installation
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tue: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wed: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thu: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Fri: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Sat: | Closed |
Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews

Such a good experience from a frustrating situation at home. Kirk took care of my needs very quickly and promptly, as well as helping to coordinate with another company for other work needing to be done. If I ever found myself in need of a plumber again, I would not hesitate to call these guys!

These folks were so nice! After a bathroom remodel, our hot water in the tub wasn't getting near hot enough. I called to make an appointment and the very nice lady at CH Kruse suggested I google and watch a quick You Tube video, because the repair could be something simple. She was correct and I was able to fix it within five minutes AND she saved us $200 for the appointment. I will definitely call in the future for our plumbing needs!

I came home from a week-long trip to find that I had a leak under my kitchen sink. I have so much dread when it comes to hiring someone to do work on my home. I own an 80 year-old home and have had at least five different plumbing companies come out to do various repairs or installations. Each time I felt like I was ripped off or taken advantage of. Seriously, you should not have to ask your plumber to do work that is up to code! That should be their standard. This time I searched yelp and read some company reviews. I gave C.H. Kruse a call and Jen told me she could send someone out that afternoon to take a look. Kirk came out to take a look, and within less than five minutes he was able to diagnose the problem, which was the faucet itself. I worked with Jen to schedule someone to come out the very next day to install a new kitchen faucet. A different guy, also named Kirk, came out today to do the installation. I am so impressed with both Kirks! Both of them are knowledgeable, friendly, polite, and trustworthy. Kirk #2 replaced the faucet quickly and without any issues. He assured me he would be out promptly should anything come up, and to not hesitate to call. After this experience I will not hesitate to call C.H. Kruse for any future plumbing needs. They have earned my confidence, respect, and appreciation. Thank you, Kirks 1 and 2!

I recently used C.H. Kruse for replacing my water heater. They were easy to work with, quick to respond and the plumber who did the work was friendly, fast and thorough. We are very happy to have hot water again! I highly recommend them and would gladly use them in the future.

Ryan, the owner of the company just showed up at my house in person and was extremely apologetic about the whole situation. He gave me a crash course in plumbing while I was here with him. He really knows his stuff. we developed a plan for a low cost solution first before the expensive re-pipe solution which I really appreciate. I really felt like he cared about my situation and the previous mistakes. I am going to give these guys another shot and I recommend you do too. If the owner cares enough to come out in person to correct a mistake that's a company you want to do business with.

We had a leak under our kitchen sink and I called several plumbers but the only one that actually answers was Jennifer at Kruce. She was very sweet and fit us in right after the weekend... Monday promptly at 8 am Bobby came out and fixed the leak. Turned out we needed a new faucet so he recommended we pick our own and he was able to come this morning right on time. Terrific job. Bobby is such a nice guy!
Anytime we need a plumber we know who to call!

I highly recommend this company. I had a leak from the ceiling that I thought was going to be really expensive. I called at the last minute on Thursday night. Bobby came out Friday and located the leak and fixed it. He also added an access door so we can get into the tub area in the future and we also didn't need to do drywall repair as predicted. It was inexpensive and super efficient. He was super friendly. We will definitely use this company for all of our future needs.

We are remolding our condo and needed a plumber. We made several calls and used Yelp. The first company that called us back was C.H. Kruse. Ryan asked for a description of job and photos and within a couple hours we had a bid. Fabulous work, fast, clean and respectful. No job too small, glad to come right out and preform work did not make us wait two weeks for our ice maker to be plumbed unlike competitors. Glad we chose Kruse Plumbing for impeccable work and fast reasonable service. This guy is your best choice by far!!

Great company that is down to earth and understands customer service. I am completely satisfied. While I'm hoping to not need their business in the future, I know I will be in good hands when the time comes. Thank you C.H. Kruse.

CH Kruse is a top notch! I had a leak in my upstairs shower coming through the ceiling into my kitchen. I was able to book a appointment in 2 days and Kirk O. serviced my repair today. He is such a asset to your company. He was very polite and accurate in pinpointing the leak and was kind enough to explain the repair and fix promptly in a timely manner. I will absolutely recommend to friends and family C.H. Kruse Plumbing.