Red Flags to Look for When Hiring a Plumber

Whenever you hire someone to work in your home, you want to know you are hiring a trusted, experienced professional. Plumbing companies are plentiful, but not all offer the same quality of service. If you are researching plumbers, there are a few red flags that can alert you to possible issues. These red flags can help you avoid hiring the wrong plumber for the job.

No Local Phone Number

If the plumber has an out-of-town area code or only has a 1-800 number, look a little closer. Where is the company based out of and are they local? There have been instances where companies come into a town, posing as local contractors, scamming people out of their money before they quickly leave town. Make sure the company you hire has a local address, phone number and location.

Bad or No Reviews

Check out the reviews online for a company. Keep in mind that one bad review can happen, even to the best contractors. However, if there are no good reviews or a pattern of bad reviews, this is a bright red flag to avoid this plumber.

Licensed and Insured

You want to make sure any plumber you hire is legitimate. They should have a contractor number through the state and carry insurance to cover their employees and any damage. This is quick to check – most reputable plumbers have their contractor license number on their website that you can verify through your state’s business licensing agency.

Checking a plumber’s background can save you time, money and frustration in the long run. Make sure to vet your plumber to avoid hiring the wrong company to perform your next plumbing project.

Posted on behalf of:
Kiddco Plumbing, Inc.
106-M Oakgrove Road
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 435-4441

How to Choose a Reputable Plumber

When it comes to having someone work on your home, you want to choose someone who cares as much as you do about your investment. Using someone that has the cheapest prices or that is your best friend’s uncle can turn out to be a big mistake. That’s why when you have plumbing issues you are going to want to find someone who you can trust, but who is also good at what they do. Here are a few key qualities you might look for in a reputable plumber:

  • Yes, of course you’ll want to ask your friends who they suggest, because you trust them. Just make sure that person has actually done some good work for them and isn’t a new face that they are trying to publicize.
  • Quality Workmanship. Talk to the plumber and make sure he stands by his work. He should be willing to take his time to do a job well and use quality parts to make the fix last a long time.
  • Fair Pricing. In this line of work, you might get what you pay for. Don’t go the cheap route to save a few pennies. Be willing to go with a professional plumber for an extra few bucks, because it will likely save you money down the road.

Looking at just one of these characteristics, will not get you the plumber you want for the job. Combining all three and thinking through a few more like, honesty and availability, will help you find the best man, or woman, for the job. You don’t want just any Joe Plumber working on your home; pick someone who will care for it like you do.

Posted on behalf of:
Kiddco Plumbing Inc
106-M Oakgrove Road
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 435-4441