Simple Plumber
Company Overview
The name Simple Plumber reflects our commitment to simplicity for you!
We at Simple Plumber focus on clarity, helping you, the homeowner, comprehend your plumbing system and its maintenance and repair demands.
The Simple difference is as straightforward as 1, 2, 3.
1. We carefully hear your concerns, ensuring we understand the issue that needs addressing.
2. We assess your entire plumbing system to identify the problem and its underlying causes.
3. We formulate a comprehensive solution that tackles all issues, leading to a lasting repair.
We focus on residential plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, sewer line video inspections, and locating services.
Reach out to Simple Plumber for assistance with your residential plumbing repairs and drain cleaning. We value your time at Simple Plumber, providing enduring solutions for your plumbing repair needs.
Sallie and Joe Schafer started their earlier venture, TSCO Plumbing, in 2007.
In 2013, we transitioned to Simple Plumber and introduced our innovative business model. Joe began his plumbing journey in 1984, focusing on new construction and commercial tenant improvements. Sallie Schafer, our President and Simple Service Manager, came to us from Starbucks corporate in Seattle, where she served as a Senior Executive Legal Assistant for more than 14 years. Today, Sallie manages our phone lines, schedules service calls, and oversees all company operations.
Joe has worked in plumbing since 1984 and became a Licensed Master Plumber in Seattle in 1995.
He has been affiliated with the Washington State Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) since 2014.
He became a member of the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials in 2016.
In 1989, Joe graduated with a B.S. in Education from the University of Wyoming.
He is a member of the Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity.
Joe launched his plumbing career following trade school in 1984.
Joe served in the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve as a Seabee, specializing as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
In his leisure time, Joe loves being with family and friends, supporting the Seahawks, kayaking, camping, cycling, hiking, geocaching, and enjoying all that the Great Northwest provides.
Business Services
- Bathtub repair
- Drain installation
- Drain repair
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garbage disposal installation
- Garbage disposal repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Sewer installation
- Sewer repair
- Shower repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Sump pump installation
- Sump pump repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Tue: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Wed: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Thu: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Fri: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Sat: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews

Great services, friendly people, well documented invoice. I had two projects that I needed immediate help on and Sallie and Joe were able to fit me right away. One was for a leaking sink in a condo I rent out. I learned that the faucet that pulls out was getting loose and will ultimately need to be replaced but that it was not urgent. He showed my tenant how to maintain it and keep it from loosening up, great service. He also saved me a huge heartache and money when a handyman suggested to the renters that he could install a disposal for $100, instead Joe pointed out that you'd have to go through a back wall, and that this would be costly and also that garbage disposals can be an energy and money suck.
At my home I needed to get an outdoor faucet fixed, but Joe had to get into a wall to fix it. This was done with no mess and he left thoughtful instructions to put a panel over it instead of sealing it up. (Unfortunately my contractor was asleep and covered it anyways, but I'll write up his review separately. :)
I like that they ask for pictures of the projects so they know what they're getting themselves into also, very thoughtful. Lastly, Sallie is easy to work with on billing, they take CC #s so that's also great.
While I certainly hope I don't have any more plumbing issues come up, I would gladly work with Simple Plumber and refer them easily.

My kitchen sink was reduced to a trickle, and that really is unbearable. Called Simple Plumber, and was lucky to have Joe be available the next morning. He was prompt, clean, and ready to go to work. Sussed the problem quickly (loose impediments due to a water heater exchange a few months earlier), cleared the issue and flushed the hoses. Things couldn't be better.
Certainly will look to use Joe again, as I need a few more small jobs done in the near future.

Lovely husband and wife team, I am impressed with their honesty. I just purchased a house and had bad sewer smell when I moved in. I called to set an appointment. Instead of charging me a fee for coming out, Joe asked me to do few steps that may help eliminate the odor. The steps worked, I could have easily spent the money for a person to come in and check. But they were super honest and helped resolve my situation via phone

I called Joe and Sallie to assist in investigating issues with my toilet after my landlord notified me that out utilities bill had tripled. I was able to be scheduled the day I called and Sallie called me back within 10 minutes. Joe was professional, detailed and was able to do the repairs needed in both of my toilets within an hour. I really appreciated how detailed he was and that he was able to send me an invoice as well as a video of the issue that I simply forwarded to my landlord to get reimbursed. It was the easiest plumbing experience I've had and I would definitely call them again for any further issues!

My experience with Simple Plumber couldn't have been easier or more pleasant. My garbage disposal had stopped working, and my sink wouldn't drain. Joe talked me through the symptoms over the phone, recommended an inexpensive tool, and told me how to use it. I set up an appointment just in case, but I ended up not needing it because I'd so easily fixed it myself! Huge feeling of triumph, and I saved the cost of having him come out--though the next time I do need a plumber, I'll absolutely call Joe because he has totally won my trust. Thank you for empowering me and making it so easy to reclaim my sink!

I know plumbers are expensive, but we all get used to that. It's such a pleasure to meet a craftsman in the trade. These plumbers make things work for a long time and it is worth your pretty penny to have a quality job done. Joe was on time, neat, detailed in all reports of his work and provided an extremely detailed invoice. His work was minimalist and efficient. He replumbed a new sink, dishwasher, disposal and ice maker. The work was great. After he was off the clock and doing his paperwork, he came back in for another 30 min to make sure all was good. I think he is a perfectionist. I would highly recommend him and teased him the next projects I have. Thanks Joe and Sallie!

Joe came over the same morning I called (I got lucky regarding his schedule) to clean out a main drain clog. He had a monster machine that he used in two separate passes to clean out some debris and roots that had invaded the pipe. All done in just under two hours and all at a fair price. What a relief to find good, professional service at a good value!

I have used Joe several times and he is a plumber I am happy to recommend. He recently helped me with a leaky kitchen faucet on short notice. It's nice to have someone honest and professional who isn't trying to up- sell you plumbing products or services you don't need. I will continue to use Joe with Simple Plumbing.

We've used Joe on a couple different occasions and couldn't be happier. The first time was leaking shower faucets, the second time was leaking laundry faucets. On the second repair, we also had him plumb and install faucets for a laundry sink while he was in there. We were very pleased with the looks and functionality of the end product; it was a vast improvement over what we had.
Both times, he was very clear about what he was doing and how he was going to go about it. I get the impression that he enjoys educating home-owners if they're interested. Very calm, matter-of-fact, straightforward. He doesn't try to ""sell you"" on anything. Excellent quality. Highly recommended.

Simple Plumber is top notch, dependable and is invested working within their specialty. I had them come fix some delicate plastic parts for my drain and he even ordered a new cartridge for my shower head. He really got things running smoothly again! Highly, highly recommended.