L J Kruse

★★★★☆ 4.0 / 5 (77)
: 920 Pardee St, Berkeley, CA 94710
: (510) 644-0260
: http://www.ljkruse.com

Company Overview

We are a family-run plumbing and heating company dedicated to service since 1916.
Founded in 1916 by Louis Joseph Kruse, L.J. Kruse Company has a rich history.
The company has been family-owned and managed for almost a hundred years.
Currently, third-generation brothers David and Andy Kruse hold the positions of President and Executive Vice President, while fourth-generation Janell (Kruse) Yates serves as Vice President.
We continue to honor the tradition of our founder, Louis Joseph Kruse, by ensuring quality and service through our skilled union craftsmen.
We uphold a family tradition of safety, service, and superior construction.
Started by Louis Joseph Kruse in 1916, this tradition flourishes today as a fourth-generation family enterprise.

Business Services

  • Bathtub installation
  • Bathtub repair
  • Drain installation
  • Drain repair
  • Faucet installation
  • Faucet repair
  • Garbage disposal installation
  • Garbage disposal repair
  • Gas line installation
  • Gas line repair
  • Hot water recirculation pump installation
  • Hot water recirculation pump repair
  • HVAC installation or replacement
  • HVAC system repair
  • HVAC system maintenance
  • Plumbing inspection
  • Plumbing installation or replacement
  • Plumbing repair
  • Sewer installation
  • Sewer repair
  • Shower installation
  • Shower repair
  • Sink installation
  • Sink repair
  • Sump pump installation
  • Sump pump repair
  • Toilet installation
  • Toilet repair
  • Water heater installation
  • Water heater repair
  • Water pipe installation
  • Water pipe repair

Business Location & Hours



Mon:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Recommended Customer Reviews

Beau B.
★★★★★

I'm very happy with the service I received! Fixing my home heating ended up being a third of what they first estimated. They always answer the phone and provide great service. I have a lot of respect for LJ Kruse and will gladly give them my 5 stars. **Margie is hilarious and great.

Shannon C.
★☆☆☆☆

DO NOT USE this firm. We have an inspection at 11:30AM on Nov 4th. Manager Margie phoned me at my work at 3PM same day (Nov 4th) demanding a credit card numbers when I have my clients sitting in front of me. I asked her if it is okay to wait till I get home and communicate with my husband. This Margie starts to speak offensively.

We have no intention not paying what we owe( I believe is less than $160). Can you at least let me chat with my husband before a charge go through on our credit card? It seems our hot water boiler needs to be replaced. We will not use L J Kruse after this intense confrontation over a small bill. We will certainly mail out the check before Monday and run as far as we can. Mission accomplish Margie! You successful scare away a $2150 work assignment.

Anastasia E.
★☆☆☆☆

I would give them a ZERO if I could. They rescheduled THREE times then tried to reschedule a FOURTH! My landlady set this up. They told me EACH time they didn't have my contact number. I gave it to them EACH time!

Not only that, but the woman I talked to the last time was not apologetic about this insanity. Very cold. And then they billed my landlady $184 which she paid, not realizing what was going on. Shame on them. The worst business attitude ever. Worst business practice ever.

Valerie W.
★★★★★

I hired/sent a plumber from LJ kruse to fix a drain in my elderly mother's kitchen. He not only expertly fixed the drain, but since he had time left in the hour, he went around and inspected a couple of other problem areas for her. One area he said there was no problem, but in another area we wound up fixing her toilet. She said that toilet has never worked better now!
In addition, he was very respectful of the house and was neat and clean. He showed up on time and did not overcharge her. Very satisfied with the work they did for my mom! They were able to please my very picky elderly mom...a big plus. Definitely recommend them.

Super G.
★★★★☆

I've been using Kruse for almost seven years and appreciate the great customer service from Greg.

Paul K.
★★★★☆

Sean came by and found a way to get electrical to the roof. He's smart and was the only one to find this solution of any of the bidders who looked at the job in a multi-story building. However, I asked for two bids, got one and still waiting for the other after three weeks and a follow up. No responses. Because he spent the time to find a path I'm a fan of Sean. But not the way bids it's processed.

Jake S.
★★★★★

The property management company I work for just used Kruse Plumbing for a sewer problem we were having at one of our properties. I found the office dispatch workers to be helpful and responsive and the plumbers did a great job. I recommend them and will use them again in the future.

Isaiah R.
★★★★★

We have been using LJ Kruse for our plumbing and heating repairs for over 20 years and have never been disappointed. We replaced our faucets with the Chicago brand in 1990. Although they are great, they do need maintenance now and again which is where LJ Kruse comes in. They know exactly what they're doing and even have Chicago faucet replacement parts in stock. Last week a fantastic plumber named Ramon came over and replaced the leaking stem. Ramon was knowledgeable and efficient and everything works great. Thank you LJ Kruse.

Steve E.
★★★★★

We needed the Dr. House of plumbers .. diagnose a ""moving target"" of a plumbing problem. They checked out all the usual suspects and more .. Jose R. was great in resolving a problem we had chased for months with other plumbers.

Lynn P.
★★★★★

LJ Kruse is the best! I have used their services on many occasions and have always been very happy with their prompt and professional expertise. Most recently, Joe saved me when I thought I was in store for a new furnace. He came within 2 hours of my call, on a very cold and rainy day, and was able to replace the needed part within 20 minutes. I was so happy and relieved!
Thank you LJ Kruse for being my ""go to"" company for all my plumbing needs. I have your number listed as #1 for my emergency contacts for home repair.

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