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Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Plumber

by Kevin Smith Author

If you need immediate plumbing service in Gainesville, GA, it may not even occur to you to ask the plumber questions beforehand. After all, you simply want the problem fixed. However, it's a good idea to ask at least a few basic questions before hiring a plumber.

License

Is the plumber licensed, bonded, and insured? You should only hire a licensed plumber. A friend who knows a little bit about plumbing could easily do more harm than good. It's not worth risking water damage and additional costs in order to hopefully save a few dollars. Additionally, licensed plumbers are familiar with local municipal codes. Any plumbing work that's performed must be up to code. Insurance is another big factor. It's never a good idea to be held liable for damages caused by the plumber. The plumber's insurance should cover it instead.

Cost

Does the estimate show the entire cost? Are there additional charges or fees? It's unfortunate, but not all plumbers or companies are upfront with how they handle their billing. They may find ways to insert additional expenses or hidden costs. While discussing the bill, it's a good idea to find out if they do a flat rate or hourly billing. Hours can quickly make the cost or repairs climb far beyond your initial expectations.

When do the expect payment? A small job might demand 100% of the payment immediately after completion. Larger projects typically use "milestones." They receive partial payment as certain items are completed. Both are viable options depending upon the sort of work being done. However, you should never pay upfront. If a plumber asks you to pay the total cost of the job before working even begins, you should simply walk away. They're not reputable, and it's probably a scam.

Cleaning

Is the plumber responsible for cleaning up the mess? It's no secret that plumbing can be dirty and messy work. It may seem rather obvious that the plumbing company ought to be responsible for cleaning up the area, but a surprising number of plumbing companies don't clean up when they're finished. Be sure that the contract covers cleaning the work space. There will be probably be a small fee for cleanup being included as part of the job, but it's generally worth it. Some companies assume that the cleanup is to be covered, so any related expense is already part of the estimate.

A few simple questions should make your experience with plumbing service in Gainesville, GA, much easier and more pleasant.

 


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