About Approved Plumbing Co

At Approved Plumbing Company it is our philosophy to provide impressive customer service by being exceptionally prompt, courteous, clean, knowledgeable, reliable, and responsible.

We will constantly strive to be highly efficient and organized in all aspects of our business and to use only the very best in quality material and state of the art equipment.
Our employees will be highly trained individuals who take great pride in their work, command respect of their peers as well as be respectful of others.
We will pride ourselves in being honest, loyal, trustworthy, and true professionals as we try to maintain our goals as industry leaders in the service and repair field.

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Approved Plumbing Co. – 176 Customer Reviews – Broadview Heights, OH

The Approved Plumbing Family

Dawson - Service Tech

Dawson began his career with Approved Plumbing in January 2023. Dawson enjoys connecting with people and fulfilling needs. He was formerly a server, manager, and bar tender in the restaurant industry for many years. He enjoys spending time with his family and watching his sons sport events.

Dawson has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 1.5 years

Russ Brady - Service Tech

Russ began his career with Approved Plumbing in March 2018. He truly enjoys what he does for a living. He focuses on providing value to his customers and believes in doing things the right way. He also enjoys hiking, running, and all sports. He is married with three children; two boys and one girl ages 12, 11, and 1. Russ is careful and thorough. Russ enjoys completing home projects and desires to coach a youth sport.

Russ Brady has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 6 years

Sam - Service Tech

In March 2021, Sam joined our team as an intern during his last few months in high school. Eager to learn the trade, Sam spreads excitement around the shop. He is studying to complete a 4 year apprenticeship at ABC. Sam enjoys spending time with family and his girlfriend Rochelle.

Sam has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 3 years

Justin W - Service Tech

Justin joined our team in November 2022. He is passionate about using the right tools and doing things right. Upon completion of high school, Justin worked as a custodian for a local middle school for 7 years learning service and repair. He loves helping people and is working on becoming a service tech.

Justin W has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 2 years

Matt - Plumbing Assistant

Matt joined Approved Plumbing in June 2021 after his junior year of high school. He was inspired by his grandfather who was also a plumber. Matt absolutely loves putting mechanical devices and systems together. Outside of work, Matt enjoys long boarding and snow boarding.

Matt has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 3 years

Russ Fox - Service Tech

Russ has been in the construction trade for over 25 years. He started out at a lumber yard and eventually ran his own small remodeling company. Russ joined Approved Plumbing in March 2015 and brings diverse experience to the team. He has been married for 25 years and has two children. Russ enjoy family dinners, spending time with the family, the outdoors, and sports.

Russ Fox has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 9.5 years

Dennis - State Licensed Plumbing Contractor

Dennis Schlekie is a licensed plumbing contractor (LIC #13728) and was the president/owner of Approved Plumbing Co for 43 years. He is second generation, taking over the business from his father William in 1977. Dennis has retired in January of 2020 but remains active in the trade. He helps conduct service training to increase the skills and knowledge of our field staff. With a loving wife of 42 years and three wonderful grown children, he enjoys outdoor activities, making home improvements, and spending time with his three grandchildren immensely.

Dennis has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 52 years

Mike - State Licensed Plumbing Contractor

Mike is a licensed plumbing contractor (LIC #48988) and the Lead Technical Supervisor at Approved Plumbing Co. Mike is certified in Confined Space Entry, D.O.T. Certified, a Certified Backflow Tester, and a Certified Trac Pipe Installer. He began his career in August 1990 at the age of 18. He is known for having great knowledge of the trade and the experience he shares with the team. During his free time, Mike likes to spend time with his two sons and complete home renovation projects with Karen. He also loves fishing and other outdoor activities.

Mike has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 34 years

Jeff - Owner / President

Growing up in the family business, Jeff always had an interest in service. In 2000, he helped move the business out of his parents house and into the shop. Jeff founded the LitterBugz in 2011 during college in Toledo to prevent litter. He committed to working full time for Approved Plumbing in 2013. In 2019, Jeff received his Ohio Contractor’s License and agreed to take over the business. Jeff and Melissa are happily married and live with Kylee, their their 2 year old daughter in Old Brooklyn.

Jeff has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 18 years

Rochelle - Office Manager

Rochelle worked part time over the holidays in 2021 and was officially drafted to our team in January 2022. She is a polite and dependable dispatcher for our clients. Outside of work, Rochelle loves dogs, spending time with friends and family, and music.

Rochelle has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 2.5 years

Nick - Service Tech

Nick has been with Approved Plumbing since November 2019 after moving from Minneapolis. He began his plumbing journey working with his uncle. He was taught various renovation and construction skills in Minneapolis working for several contractors. Nick has a bachelor’s of science degree in Aeronautical Studies at Kent State. Nick enjoys being helpful to family and friends. If he is not at work, he is probably at St. Vladimir camp in Farmdale Ohio

Nick has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 5 years

Jen - Office Assistant / Dispatcher

Jen was drafted to Approved Plumbing in May of 2023. Spending over 20 years in the restaurant industry, she is very customer focus and driven to solve problems. Jen enjoys learning more about the needs of our customers and common plumbing problems. Outside of work, Jen enjoys spending time with family and her son Nathan. She likes cats, traveling, and snacks.

Jen has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 1 years

Vince - Plumbing Assistant

Vince worked at Approved during high school in 2020 and 2021. Vince re-joined the team in April 2024. Vince loves tools and craft making. He enjoys plumbing and putting things together. During his free time, Vince enjoys spending time with his girlfriend Makayla.

Vince has been with Approved Plumbing Co for .5 years

Joey - Plumbing Assistant

Joey joined the team in November, 2023. Joey enjoys learning the correct way to make plumbing repairs. He enjoys getting his hands dirty. Outside of work, Joey enjoys working on his own home and spending time with his newborn son little Joey.

Joey has been with Approved Plumbing Co for 1 years

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