Poor John's Plumbing has been serving Independence homeowners for 35+ years. Licensed in MO, flat-rate pricing, and honest work you can count on.
Independence is one of Kansas City's oldest and most historic communities — and with that history comes aging plumbing infrastructure that needs experienced hands. We serve all of Independence including Downtown, Sugar Creek, and areas near Truman Road.
Independence is one of the oldest and most historically significant cities in the Kansas City metro, and its plumbing tells that history. Homes in the established neighborhoods near the Independence Square, Englewood, and Fairmount areas can date back to the early 1900s, with original cast iron drain lines, galvanized steel supply pipes, and in some cases lead service lines that have never been replaced. These systems are overdue for evaluation and in many cases replacement.
Mid-century Independence — the large residential areas built in the 1950s through 1970s — represents a significant portion of the city's housing stock. These homes typically have copper supply lines (which can develop pinhole leaks with age) and cast iron drain systems. The 40-60 year old cast iron in these homes is frequently showing signs of corrosion, joint failure, and root intrusion in the sewer laterals. Independence's tree canopy in established neighborhoods contributes to one of the higher rates of root intrusion sewer calls we see in the eastern metro.
Do you serve all of Independence, MO?
Yes — all of Independence including areas near Independence Square, Englewood, Sugar Creek, and along I-70.
My Independence home has original galvanized pipes — what should I do?
Galvanized supply lines in older homes narrow from the inside out as they corrode. Low water pressure, rusty water, and pinhole leaks are the warning signs. A full or partial repipe to copper or PEX is the long-term solution. We can assess and quote.
Do you handle lead service line replacement in Independence?
Yes. We can inspect your service line material and replace lead or galvanized service lines with modern PVC or copper.
What's the Independence phone number?
(816) 455-5420 — Independence is in Jackson County, MO.
Clogged drains cleared fast with flat-rate pricing. Kitchen, bath, floor drains.
See Drain Cleaning →Tank and tankless repair or replacement. All brands, same-day service available.
See Water Heater Services →Camera inspection, root removal, trenchless repair. We find it and fix it right.
See Sewer Repair →Running toilets, clogs, full replacements. Flat-rate, no surprises.
See Toilet Services →Installation, repair, and replacement. Keep your basement dry year-round.
See Sump Pump Services →Dripping faucets, low pressure, full replacements. All brands and styles.
See Faucet Services →Main water line repair and replacement. Fast response, experienced crew.
See Water Service →Interior drain line repair and replacement. Camera inspection included.
See Internal Drain →We've been plumbing Kansas City since 1988 — long before most of our competitors existed. In that time we've built a reputation on one simple principle: be honest with customers, charge a fair price, and stand behind our work.
We post our prices online at poorjohns.com/prices so you know what you're paying before we show up. No hourly rates that balloon once we're in your home. No service charge just to pull in the driveway. Just flat-rate pricing and honest work.
With 391 Google reviews at 4.9 stars and a BBB A+ rating, Independence homeowners trust us — and we don't take that lightly.
Flat-rate pricing. No service charge. Licensed in MO.