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Unless you have experience dealing with plumbing, it is best to hire a professional to take care of plumbing repairs. Before you pick up the phone, though, there are a few things you need to keep in mind when hiring a plumber. First and foremost, always hire a licensed plumber that has insurance. Licensing ensures the plumber has obtained the necessary education and experience to do his or her job. Prior to hiring a plumber, ask to see the license or get the license number and verify it with the appropriate agency in your state.

The plumber should also have professional insurance. Although most repair people do all they can to avoid damaging the home, accidents do happen. Should something occur during the repair that damages your home, you can simply file a claim with the plumber’s insurance company. If the plumber doesn’t have insurance, you will be stuck trying to collect from the person, which can take a lot of time and expense.

 

Cheaper is Not Always Better

Always research the plumbing company prior to hiring its services, even if they market heavily in your area. Just because a company has been around for a long time or you see their commercials on the television every five minutes doesn’t mean it is a reputable or high-quality establishment. Some of the most well-known plumbing companies in the industry treat their customers poorly or do substandard work.

While it is a good idea to compare the hourly rates of the companies you are considering hiring, price should not be the deciding factor. Hire a company based on a combination of professionalism, customer service, and experience. Getting the best may be a little more expensive, but chances are good they will get the job done right the first time.

Besides, it can be very challenging comparing the rates offered by multiple companies because each plumber may calculate his or her time differently. Some may include the cost of travel in a quote while others bill separately for that. Always ask how the plumber bills for his or her time, and choose a local plumber to trim the amount you will have to pay towards the person’s travel time.

 

Wait to Pay Until the Job is Complete

One way to avoid being taken advantage of by unscrupulous plumbers is to wait to pay for their services until after the job has been completed. While it is normal to pay a deposit upfront, make it clear to the plumber that you will not pay the balance until he or she has completed the job and you are satisfied with the work. If the plumber has a problem with this, hire someone else.

Always get a written estimate of the work, how much it will cost, and how long it will take to complete. When the plumber finishes his or her work, inspect it. Ask questions and address any problems you come across before you issue a check for the final payment.

 

Taking Preventative Measures

The most common reason homeowners develop a need for plumbing repairs is clogs. Not only are clogged pipes a pain to deal with, they can lead to water damage when they overflow. Here are a few ways to prevent clogs from ruining your home:

  • Use strainers in sinks and tubs to prevent hair from going down the drain
  • void using chemicals to remove clogs. The chemicals can damage your pipes and cause even bigger problems down the line. Use a plunger or a drain snake instead.
  • Throw grease, fat, and cooking oils into the garbage or take it to a recycling center. Never pour it down the sink drain. It can solidify in the pipes leading to clogs and other problems.
  • Unless they are designed to be flushed down the toilet, never flush sanitary products, diapers, baby wipes, or similar products. Throw them away in the trash.

 

Deciding Whether to Repair or Replace
If you have a toilet, bathtub, or other plumbing fixtures that are causing you problems, you may have to decide between repairing and replacing them. If the fixture is using a lot of water, you can save money on your water bill by replacing it with a more reliable and water saving unit. Talk to the plumber about the options available and choose the one that makes the most sense for your particular situation.

 

Our prescreened residential plumbing and commercial plumbing services include:

  • Drain repair
  • Drain cleaning
  • drain unclogging
  • Clogged kitchen sinks
  • Clogged bathroom drains
  • Boiler Repair
  • Boiler Installation
  • Water heater Installation
  • Water heater Repairs
  • Clogged pipes
  • Tankless water heaters
  • Repair water shut off systems
  • Fix sewer line problems
  • Fire sprinkler installation
  • Fire sprinkler repair
  • Unclog dishwashers
  • 24 hour plumber
  • Replace sewer lines

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Some information provided by plumbers in Philadelphia at philadelphiaplumbingandheating.com

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