Hiring A Plumber

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Whether the needs are for an existing home or building a new one, the skills of a qualified plumber are required for health safety as well as occupant living enjoyment. When emergencies arise, it is important to know what questions to ask before agreeing to an appointment. In an ideal situation, asking a friend for a referral is a good idea. However, this is not always a possibility, and not all homeowners have the DIY abilities to handle the job. The following are things to look out for when hiring a plumber.

1. At the top of the list most important determinations. Are they licensed? Not all of them are. Are they certified? Again, this is not always the case. Are they insured for worker comp and damages? If not, the homeowner …show more content…

Price and Payment

Always ask for an estimate and payment plan, and ask if that is the best price they can offer. If time permits, get three estimates but be cautious if the price is well below the other bids. Low bids often mean shoddy workmanship, cheap parts, and cutting corners, that end up requiring a repeat of the same repairs. Hourly and flat rate charges exist on some types of projects, so make sure of when the plumber expects to receive payment.

If this is an emergency situation for something relatively small like a drain pipe under the sink, the price is less than plumbing the entire home. When the project involves stages of completion, ask specific questions about how much is due and on specific calendar dates. Also, check with your bank for a home loan that shifts the burden of payment by a check from the bank. This way the plumber has guaranteed payment, as well as putting them under the pressure or meeting deadlines.

3. Who is doing the work?

Find out of the person answering the questions is the person who will do the job, or will they send a crew of workers out to complete the job. Especially ask if they crew is subcontracted, and if so, find out what the warranty situation is with the other company. Reputable plumbers have company uniforms that are easily recognizable, complete with name tags and identification. They will even set up a unique passcode question that only you and the workers know to prevent intrusion by unauthorized …show more content…

If any household damage occurred during repairs, this is the time to address the situation and make sure to notify the head office if left unattended. The plumbing company should cover all expenses, which is why you should ask about their insurance before allowing them to start work.

5. Warranty

Manufacturers issue warranties on parts, nor workmanship. The plumber is responsible for completing the job so that the repairs stay in place and present no future risk of damage to your home. Ask for details concerning their warranty and if they cover parts and labor. Reputable plumbing companies want satisfied customers and offer warranties that reflect this intent. It is always a good idea to ask for a copy of their company warranty contract, and who to call if anything happens in the future.

6. First Impressions

Friendliness and appearance still go a long way in building customer confidence. A clean and attractive service vehicle, and tools, typically mean they respect the tools of their trade and do not bring sewage filth into your home from a previous job at the home or business of some other

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