1. Follow this guide to avoid getting your wallet busted
License/Insured?
Check to make sure that they have a contractor’s license. This is often displayed directly on their trucks. If not ask for it.
Follow up on References
Get two or more references and make sure you call them. You may be surprised how many companies give bogus references or the customers were not at all satisfied with the work.
Experience Level?
Ask how long they have been in business.
Second Opinion
Get at least one other bid for the job to make sure they are not ripping you off.
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2. Follow this guide to avoid getting your wallet busted
Quotes Over The Phone
Find a plumber that will give you pricing for small jobs over the phone.
Flat Rates
Get flat rate estimates so you know the total you will pay beforehand.
Adequately Equipped
Look for plumbers with good trucks meaning one who is organized and stocked. This is a sign they do clean work and will have what you need on hand and will not have to leave the job to get parts.
Online
Presence?
Make sure they are listed online. If they have a website, check for customer testimonials. You can also check review sites to see what experiences other people had in your area.
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3. 10 Tips To Selecting The Right Plumber
Avoiding this will cost you more in the long run
Find The Smaller Fish
Avoid big companies, as they tend to have higher overhead. This means higher costs. Try and find a good local owner-operated plumber who doesn’t have to pay travel far and pass these expenses onto you.
YellowPages = Higher Cost
Stay away from the local yellow pages. These ads are very expensive and the costs will be passed on to you the customer. Savvy plumbers have good websites with rich content and good branding. Online is a great place to start your search.
James Brandon
Plumbing & Heating
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