How to Choose the Right Plumber

Hiring the right type of plumber can be a tedious job, but finding that right plumber can save tons of money down the road. Sometimes fixing it yourself can work but if you don’t know what you are doing, that simple repair can lead to thousands of dollars in repairs. In the end, it’s a no brainer hiring a professional licensed plumber to take care of all your needs.

There are different types of plumbers for certain jobs. The two kinds of plumbers include basic repairs (mostly household concerns) and plumbers who concentrate in remodeling projects. The process of plumbing is not very difficult but in some cases requires a lot of knowledge, especially when dealing with different types tools and materials. Always make sure to ask your plumber for a proof of license.

Many states require plumbers to be licensed, where you can make sure there are no ongoing complaints with the plumber. One of the best ways to find the best plumber around in your area is to ask around, ask neighbors, contractors, and real estate agents. Since there are so many plumbers, asking around is the most reliable way. Once you have a valued plumber, make sure to keep all their contact info handy for future purposes.

The pricing for plumber ranges from job to job. Even if they only work for a shot period of time, the price of the bill may shock you. Beside their service, you are paying for their time driving and time to pick up the designated parts.  For services such as drain cleaning can rack up a $70-120 per hourly rate. For basic plumbing services, hourly rates start at $45-65 in addition to the parts needed. The remodeling plumber works mainly in residential systems. The best source for a remodeling plumber is a contractor. A contractor can take a look at the plumbers work and understands quality work that you might miss out on. The price for remodeling plumbers ranges from about $50-70 as an hourly rate. So whatever your plumbing needs, make sure to hire the best qualified plumber for the job.

Alex Figlolia has been one of the leaders of the plumbing industry in New York. He runs a Water and Sewer management company in Brooklyn.