We are a family-owned and operated business located in the Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. We are licensed & insured. From our inception, our vision has been to build a company around the values of quality, integrity, and reliability. We believe doing business should be simple. This means when you hire us to be your plumber, we will provide an up-front price to complete your repair or project. We stand by our work, offering a warranty on each project completed. Whether you are dealing with a pesky leak or preparing for a remodel, please consider us on your next plumbing project. But don’t take it from us... read what your neighbors in Tampa are saying about our services!
Here’s how it works: Click on one of the buttons on this website to get in touch with us directly. Tell us what plumbing service you require, or the problem you’re dealing with. We will provide you with an upfront quote and ensure you know the price before coming out. When it comes to completing your project, we’ll make the entire process smooth for you. Our plumbers are punctual, friendly, and easy to communicate with. And before we leave, we’ll make sure you are satisfied with our work.
Tap on one of the buttons below to speak with an expert about your plumbing needs — or, scroll down to see more of our services!
Whether you’re looking for a simple repair or a new look for your bathroom, our plumbing technicians can help. Take a look at our most popular services below:
Our plumbers are available to service or replace your current plumbing fixtures, including toilets, bidets, faucets, shower valves, and more.
We understand the frustration of having a backed-up drain. Whether it is a sink, toilet, or the entire house, our plumbers have the equipment and expertise necessary to break through any clog.
Our specialty! We love to turn broken-down bathrooms into beautiful spaces for comfort and relaxation.
Did you know that plumbers are responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining propane and natural gas systems in Florida? Our plumbers are certified and can install gas systems for your water heater, stove, pool heater, barbeque grill, and more.
Whether your water heater is leaking or needs maintenance, our plumbers are experts in water heaters. Ask us about the newest technology in water heating – tankless water heaters!
Although most plumbing systems last an average of 40-70 years, it is inevitable for some systems to fail. In most cases, a repair is sufficient to restore the system to proper order. Sometimes the damage is widespread, and a full re-pipe is needed. We have a professional team ready to re-pipe your home and restore service in a matter of days, not weeks.
My name is Ricky Cox, and the woman you see next to me in the pictures is my beautiful wife Kary Cox. Kary and I are the joint owners of Forthright Plumbing. I wanted to take a moment to tell you about us, our company and our values.
My path to becoming a Master Plumber began shortly after High School. I chose a career in plumbing because it was something that allowed me to work with my hands and offered a path towards entrepreneurship.
In 2013 I graduated from Erwin Technical College with a degree in Plumbing Technology. For the last 7 years, I have worked in the field doing all aspects of plumbing, from custom homes to service and remodels. In February of 2019 I passed the State Master Plumber Exam (scoring a 91%) and joining the ranks of Master Plumbers across the state of Florida.
Kary and I married in January 2018. Kary is from Ecuador and is bi-lingual in Spanish and English. She has a bachelor's degree in International Trade from UTE in Quito, Ecuador. She is responsible for answering the majority of phone calls and the day-to-day office work.
Kary and I take great pride in our business, our work, and our community. We love to serve our customers and always strive to be a notch above our competitors. Our company is built around the values of Quality, Integrity, and Reliability.
Quality means the job is done to the highest standards, far above the minimum requirements in the Florida Plumbing Code. We aim to make our Plumbing systems function perfectly and look beautiful, too.
Integrity means that we stand behind our work and will do the right thing if we make a mistake. If we fall short, we will repair or replace any defects in product or craftsmanship at no cost to our client.
Reliability means we install our work from the perspective of future maintenance and preventative care. As a team of Plumbing Professionals, we have experience in both the Construction and Service sides of the industry - which means we have a unique ability to design systems that last a long time.
If you’re in need of a plumber you can trust, please click one of the buttons to get in contact!
President of Forthright Plumbing LLC
Licensed Master Plumber
Office Manager
Vice President
Apprentice Plumber
As an owner-operated business, if you are ever dealing with a problem, we promise that you can reach out to us directly for help. We offer a warranty on all repairs and installations. We make sure to complete the job correctly the first time — and we stand by our work!