Tony LaMartina Plumbing Company, Inc.

Tony LaMartina Plumbing Company, Inc. Family-owned and operated full-service St. Louis plumbers with over 100 years of combined experience. Call today for same-day service!

For over 40 years, the expert plumbers at Tony LaMartina Plumbing Co. Inc have been providing reliable, effective services that have helped generations of St. Louis families keep their homes running smoothly. From water heater replacements to toilet repairs and beyond, we have all the quality plumbing services to keep water flowing where you need it to go throughout your home. Our trained and lice

nsed plumbers in St. Louis have over 100 years of combined experience between them, and we put every bit of that accumulated skill to work ensuring your home is safe, clean, and comfortable.

Did you know that a dripping faucet can cost you money? Just one drop per second can add up to hundreds of dollars a yea...
06/15/2026

Did you know that a dripping faucet can cost you money? Just one drop per second can add up to hundreds of dollars a year on your water bill! Don't let that leaky faucet go unattended - call us to fix it. Your wallet (and the planet) will thank you!

If your new refrigerator features a water dispenser and ice maker but you don’t have a water line connection, we can hel...
06/14/2026

If your new refrigerator features a water dispenser and ice maker but you don’t have a water line connection, we can help. Our plumbers will tap into your water supply and make the connection to your refrigerator. Give us a call for a quote.

A running toilet can be a real nuisance. Not only is it a waste of water, but it can also drive up your water bill. The ...
06/12/2026

A running toilet can be a real nuisance. Not only is it a waste of water, but it can also drive up your water bill. The most common cause of a running toilet is a faulty flapper, which can be easily replaced. Before you replace the flapper, make sure to shut off the water supply to the toilet. Another common cause is a malfunctioning fill valve, which can also be replaced. If you're not comfortable tackling the problem yourself, call us.

It may seem like a small issue but it can lead to a lot of wasted water and money in the long run.

No hot water can be a major inconvenience. It could be the thermostat, the pilot light, or the circuit breaker. If you n...
06/11/2026

No hot water can be a major inconvenience.

It could be the thermostat, the pilot light, or the circuit breaker. If you need help finding the problem, it's best to give us a call.

Don't let a clogged toilet ruin your day! Here's a quick and easy tip for fixing it: try using a plunger to loosen and r...
06/09/2026

Don't let a clogged toilet ruin your day! Here's a quick and easy tip for fixing it: try using a plunger to loosen and remove any blockages in the drain. If that doesn't work, you can also try using a toilet auger or calling us for assistance.

Remember, never use harsh chemicals to clear a clog, as they can damage your toilet and pipes. Stay calm and keep things flowing smoothly with these simple solutions!

One of the most important questions I've started asking isn't:👉 Should we create a Residential Plumbing License?Or even:...
06/08/2026

One of the most important questions I've started asking isn't:

👉 Should we create a Residential Plumbing License?

Or even:

👉 Is there a skilled trades shortage?

It's this:

👉 Who gets to shape the rules?

After spending the last year studying St. Louis County's plumbing licensing system, I noticed something interesting.

The people sitting on the Plumbing Code Review Committee and Board of Plumbing Examiners are highly qualified professionals.

Engineers.

Commercial contractors.

Code officials.

Journeymen.

Master Plumbers.

But it got me wondering...

If residential service plumbing serves hundreds of thousands of homeowners throughout St. Louis, why doesn’t it appear to have a dedicated voice in the room where licensing decisions are made?

What if the biggest workforce problem in plumbing isn’t the labor shortage?

What if it’s representation?

My latest Substack article is inspired by one of my favorite songs from Hamilton:

🎭 The Room Where It Happens

Because the people in the room often shape the future for everyone outside it.

The question isn't whether the people at the table are qualified.

The question is whether the table reflects the entire industry it regulates.

The link to my lastest Substack ( #008 Who Gets a Seat at the Table?) is in the comments below.

I'd genuinely like to hear perspectives from plumbers, contractors, inspectors, engineers, union members, apprentices, and homeowners.

Have you heard of the dip tube in your water heater? It's a small, but important part that delivers cold water to the bo...
06/07/2026

Have you heard of the dip tube in your water heater? It's a small, but important part that delivers cold water to the bottom of the tank. If your water isn't as hot as it should be, it could be due to a broken dip tube.

Call us to inspect and replace the tube.

"Don't let clogs slow you down! 🚿 Regular drain cleaning can prevent blockages, eliminate odors, and keep your plumbing ...
06/05/2026

"Don't let clogs slow you down! 🚿 Regular drain cleaning can prevent blockages, eliminate odors, and keep your plumbing system running smoothly. Schedule your drain cleaning service today!

Not all plungers are created equal! 🚰 Did you know there are different types of plungers for different types of clogs? W...
06/03/2026

Not all plungers are created equal! 🚰 Did you know there are different types of plungers for different types of clogs? We'll help you choose the right plunger for your plumbing needs.

Most people think St. Louis plumbing licensing works like an on/off switch.You're either:✅ An Apprenticeor✅ A Journeyman...
06/02/2026

Most people think St. Louis plumbing licensing works like an on/off switch.

You're either:

✅ An Apprentice

or

✅ A Journeyman

But that's not actually true.

Buried inside the St. Louis County Plumbing Code is a little-known classification called an Experienced Apprentice.

To qualify, an apprentice must complete:

• 2.5 years of field experience
• 500 classroom hours
• OSHA training
• Certification from a Master Plumber that they're capable of performing code-compliant work

And here's the part that surprised me:

👉 The County already allows Experienced Apprentices to perform plumbing work independently.

Then I found something even more interesting.

The County also created an Experienced Apprentice Waiver process for times of labor shortages.

Think about that for a moment.

If the system created a special classification for higher-skilled apprentices...
And created a waiver process because of workforce shortages...

Then maybe the system already knows something we're still debating.

Maybe workforce development isn't binary.

Maybe capability develops long before someone becomes a Journeyman.

And maybe the framework for solving part of the skilled trades shortage already exists inside the code itself.

That's the subject of my latest Substack:

#007: The System Already Created the Solution

I'd be curious to hear from plumbers, contractors, inspectors, union members, and policymakers:

What problem was the Experienced Apprentice classification originally trying to solve?

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