Don’t let just anyone work on your home. Find a trustworthy, knowledgable, and affordable plumber in Edmonton! To do so, ask these four questions of plumbers or plumbing companies before hiring them for their services:
1. Ask if They’re Licensed
It’s tempting to hire an unlicensed plumber. They claim to have all sorts of experience. Their rates are lower, and that’s an irresistible prospect for any homeowner! However, is a supposed lower rate worth future headaches?
- Have they really been honest with you about having equivocol experience?
- How can you ensure they’ll stand behind their workmanship?
- Will you have to hire someone else a second time to redo work you’ve already paid for?
- What if your job is never actually completed?
- An inspection won’t pass if it’s been completed by an unlicensed plumber.
Also, a licensed plumber will have their license number on all advertising. You can verify this number on your municipality’s apprenticeship and industry training website.
2. Are They Insured?
Plumbers are professionals, but they’re also human. Larger companies may also work with subcontractors. Things can go wrong every once in a while, and it’s good to know that your plumber carries insurance — or makes sure their legitimate subcontractors do — just in case an issue arises. If something should ever go wrong with your job, then you won’t be left to figure out how to pay for damages. (Ask for proof of insurance, too.)
3. Ask for References
Any reputable plumber or plumbing company will have obtained enough experience over the years to give references from lots of satisfied customers upon request. It’s also a smart move to check major websites like the Better Business Bureau® for reviews and to ensure affordable Plumber Edmonton has that coveted A+ rating.
4. Ask if Work Comes with a Warranty
You want a plumber that will stand behind his or hers work. While your new furnace or appliance comes with its own warranty, you need a warranty on workmanship, too. You don’t want someone that will take your money and run. A reputable plumber or plumbing company can give you this information in writing.
Before you hire a plumber, it’s in your best interest to ask a few simple questions. It’s absolutely within your rights to verify that they’re licensed, insured, have impeccable references, and offer warranties on their workmanship. The Plumbing Repair Guy is an affordable plumber in Edmonton, and we’re happy to take your questions.