Your home’s plumbing is an important utility, and it is just as deserving of the attention of a trained plumber. But how do you know if a plumbing company will meet your standards? Don’t worry, there are multiple things you can keep an eye out for to ensure you work with experienced plumbers who view your comfort and satisfaction as their top priority.

Because the plumbing experts at B & G HVAC want you to have the best possible experience, we’re sharing five tips for finding the best plumber.

Certified? Fair Prices? This Is How You Find Expert Plumbers

Trying to choose from all these various plumbing companies can seem overwhelming at first. Each of these companies is promising better service, but which plumbers really have what it takes to back that statement up? Keep these five things in mind as you start your search:

  1. Find out if they’re licensed, insured and ideally certified: The first way to verify whether or not a plumber is a professional is by finding where they’re insured and licensed by the proper regulatory organizations.Particularly experienced plumbers often have certifications demonstrating this competency. These certifications may be required for specialized services such as the testing for and prevention of backflow.
  2. Ask about their policies offering service guarantees or warranties: Standard services like maintenance appointments are how you keep the warranties of your plumbing equipment active. In addition, many plumbing professionals offer their own warranties on the products they sell. This illustrates confidence and a willingness to replace broken equipment.
  3. Look for relevant reviews and testimonials proving their experience: many homeowners prefer to have a second opinion, and a plumber's past clients are a great source of information. When multiple reviews illustrate reasons for caution, you’ll know it can be safer to seek alternatives.
  4. Take the time to thoroughly compare estimates: Even when a trusted plumbing company can offer you a quote for a potential plumbing project, it's common make sure it isn’t too high. But any quotes that are unusually low could also be a red flag.A huge gap in pricing might be because the plumber will use substandard materials or take other cost-saving measures.It’s also important that the quote is based on an in-person inspection to determine the scope of the job. If a quote comes over the phone, the full price tag at the end of the project could be higher than you first thought.
  5. Work with plumbers that are responsive, detailed and committed to long-term solutions: Professionalism is always important, but how can you know what a “professional” plumber should be? As an example, the plumbing technician should always be polite and knowledgeable. At minimum, you’ll have peace of mind that the project will proceed smoothly.

But there are even more ways to make sure your plumber can deliver the best possible service. How responsive are they with addressing your concerns? Do they help you comprehend why the problem showed up and keep you updated on how the job's going? And finally, the best plumbers offer solutions that last. Proactive measures keep problems from happening in the first place, which means a more efficient and economical plumbing system.

You Can Always Trust the Plumbers at 641-316-3360

641-316-3360 wants to provide exceptional plumbing services in Marshalltown, so we strive to work with plumbers that demonstrate all the values of professional service. From minor clogs to serious damage, our plumbers will get the job done right.

If you’d like more information or you want to schedule an appointment, give us a call at 641-316-3360 today.