One of the most aggravating things that can happen is any type of water damage, pipes bursting, or the clog that won’t quit. Now you need to call a plumber. Who will you call? Do you already have someone in mind? Are you new to the area and don’t really know who to trust? Here are some options to choose a plumber.
Personal Recommendations
One of the best ways to find the plumber to fix your issue is by asking your friends and family. You know at least one of them had some type of problem and needed a plumber. You can ask who they called, how the service was, and if they would recommend them to you. If they don’t know, then maybe they know one of their friends that needed one and can pass that name along to you.
Online Reviews
Another option is by doing a search for local plumbers on a review site like Yelp® or Google. You can see who is in your area. You can also see the number of reviews they have received and look at their ratings. There are lists as well like Angie’s List and Home Advisor® which can also offer suggestions. Each of these choices comes with their own criteria for listing and is reviewed by different types of people. Make sure you understand who can review businesses and what their protocol is for reviews.
Bids
When you talk to plumbers, you can discuss your issues and they will offer bids for the work. You want to compare plumbers who are alike get a feel for the general price range for services. You want to make sure you are not going to be overcharged. You want to look at their experience, the number of employees, and how long each one has been doing this type of work. If there are certifications that the plumbers need, you will want to make sure they have them.
References
Another way to choose the best plumber is to ask them for contact information for some of their previous clients. What better way to know how they will work for you, then to hear how they have worked for others. You can ask the people what type of work was done, how much expertise was needed, how any problems were handled, and if they would use them again. You can also find out from these people if they know anyone else who would want to share information with you.
