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How to choose a plumber is a skill everyone is going to eventually need because there are always going to be times in our lives where we will need to call a plumber or heating engineer and in most cases it is going to be because of a crisis or emergency. In those times of crisis it is easy to feel vulnerable and not know who to trust. In this article I’m going to give you 3 important guidelines on how to choose a plumber so that you are rest assured you are choosing the right one.
1. Want a Professional Job? Then Only Hire a Professional Plumber!
The first tip is the most important. Go with a professional plumbing company, not a friend of a friend or your cousin Bill. Why? First and foremost a trained professional is going to be up-to-date on all the latest advancements in the plumbing and heating industry. What might seem like a small job to a novice could easily turn into an out of control mess, you want to make sure your plumber has the skills to handle the most difficult situations. Think about it, your home’s plumbing system is essential to your comfort, safety, and even your health so it’s important to find a trained professional who specializes in plumbing, heating, and cooling to get the job done right the first time.
How do you know you are hiring a professional? Ask for their license and make sure they are licensed and insured in your state. They should also have a regularly answered landline telephone number and their physical address should be on all their paper work and website. And most professional plumbers will accept credit card payments.
2. Get Referrals!
These days it’s so easy to flip through the yellow pages or do a search online to choose a plumber, but how do you really know who you’re hiring? The best way to narrow the search is to ask friends and family if they have any referrals. Do they recommend a plumbing company that they have had a great experience with? Ask friends and family if they can recommend a plumber with reasonable prices who is friendly, clean, respectful, and punctual.
If no friends and family are available to give you referrals you can do a search online to see how a plumbing company is rated by the Better Business Bureau. You only want to go with a company with an A + rating.
Another good indicator that a plumbing company is top notch, is the length of time they’ve been in business. A company that has been around for over ten, twenty, or even thirty years has very likely stood the test of time because of their outstanding service.
3. Pay by the Job Not the Hour!
If you don’t want to incur any hidden fees or surprises, it is best to go with a company that quotes you a price upfront instead of by the hour. They should also offer you a free consultation before a price is decided upon. Make sure the plumbing company offers clear written quotes including any parts, start and finish times, and payment details. Also, before you choose a plumber make sure that the company fully guarantees their work!
I hope this guide helped you choose a great plumber, if you are looking for a reliable plumber and live in the Novato, California area please check out the links below: