How to Hire a Plumber: A Practical Homeowner’s Checklist

Hiring a qualified, experienced, and honest plumber is an important step for a homeowner. Learning how to hire a plumber properly helps ensure you find someone who knows what they’re doing. Because plumbers work on essential systems in your home, mistakes or poor workmanship can result in expensive repairs later.

There are a few things that you can check before hiring a plumber:

Plumber Licensing Requirements

Always ask to see the license of the plumber you are planning to hire.

Plumber Insurance and Liability Coverage

Check the insurance for both workman’s compensation and general liability.

Length of Time in Business and Reputation

A reliable plumber or company that has been in business longer, mostly likely has more experience on hand. Although this isn’t always true generally the longer a company is in business the better a track record they probably have, and if they have a bad track record you can check that too.

Plumbing Pricing and Written Estimates

A trusted plumber will be able to give you an accurate estimate for the job at hand, barring any complications of course. Get at least 3 estimates and be wary of any that is too low as this could be indicative of inferior work or parts.

Plumbing Warranties on Parts and Labor

A good plumber should back their work and parts used and provide at least a year guarantee.

Plumber References and Reviews

Always check and follow up on references. A plumber that has been around for a while should have good references and should be able to provide them to you. Past customers can be the best way to gauge the quality of a plumber’s work. You can also utilize online tools for references.

Know How to Hire a Plumber? Schedule Plumbing Service Today

If you are in Fishersville, Staunton, Waynesboro or any of the surrounding communities call us at 540-942-0198 or request service online. We service all of the surrounding communities, check our service area page for more information on the communities work in or call the office if you don’t see your area listed.