When you need assistance with your plumbing, you will want to hire a reliable plumbing expert. There are some questions that you should ask the plumber before they come into your home.
Do You Have Licensing?
The very first question you should ask your plumber is whether or not they have licensing for your state. This helps to ensure that they are up to date on the latest building codes. While a license does not guarantee that they will be perfect, having a license is a sign that the plumber is a professional.
Do You Have Insurance?
You will want to make sure that any plumber you hire has insurance. If something happened to damage your property, you would be responsible if the plumbing company does not carry insurance. Ensuring that they have insurance will help to protect you.
How Do You Determine Your Pricing?
Most companies will offer pricing that is a flat rate for the job that has been done. Other companies will give you an hourly rate plus the costs of parts. You should also ask about emergency and after-hours rates. Knowing what to expect can help you budget plumbing issues.
Can I See Your References?
Before you commit to a plumber, ask that plumbing company for two to three references and actually contact them. Doing this will help you to get an accurate feel for the company. You can also check online for reviews on websites like the Better Business Bureau.
Do You Offer Emergency Services?
In some cases, plumbing issues do not wait until normal business hours. You will want to ask the plumbing company whether or not they offer emergency services and who you should contact for after-hours help.
Do You Guarantee Your Work?
You will want to ask the plumbing company whether or not they guarantee their work. A guarantee is different than the warranty that typically comes with parts. When a plumber offers a satisfaction guarantee, the guarantee is good for as long as the company says it is. Make sure you ask for how long the work is covered.
If you are looking for a great plumber to help with all your plumbing needs, call PJ's Plumbing & Heating today. We proudly serve Bozeman and the surrounding areas. We offer heating services, water heater repair, sump pump repair, and plumbing. Please call us today for an appointment so that we can help to fulfill all of your needs.
