Our Story

Our Story

The creator, Steve

Even 10 years after his departure from Thrifty we still get calls for Steve. He is the person that created Thrifty Rooter with a foundation built on integrity and pride in a job well done.

It all started with a trip

Originally from Croatia; Steve came to the US in 1975 and spent some time on the east coast driving a NYC cab before visiting a friend in California. He fell in love with the west coast and called his friend in NY to send his things; he would be staying in California for good.

Humble beginnings

Thrifty Rooter started as a few people needing help with some odd-job plumbing tasks around the home. Steve's knew that every home would need plumbing work eventually he needed a way to take advantage of this opportunity.

So he took out an ad in the yellow pages, hired a few helpers, and waited for the phone to ring.

Leave a message after the beep

Panic began to set in as Steve imagined himself needing to pack up and go home; everything he had went into starting Thrifty Rooter and now the phone line was quiet.

Then one day a call came from a word of mouth referral, then another call and another call. Soon Steve needed to add more men to his team to keep up with the demand.

Tradition hold true

Steve built-up Thrifty Rooter based on principles of trust, dedication and hard-work; as did his technicians. It's no surprise that when Steve decided to retire, a part of the Thrifty Rooter family took his place.  

Harry (far right) seamlessly transitioned as the leader of Thrifty Rooter. He brought the company into the success it enjoys today; continuing on the ground work started by Steve all those years ago.
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