As any new homeowner will tell you, they’ve seen their fair share of things that can go wrong while building their dream home. For something like a leaky pipe, often times people will approach the repair with a “DIY” attitude for minor leak problems. What a professional will tell you is that sometimes a simple repair that goes unnoticed, can cause thousands of dollars in water damage, and wreak havoc on your home. This can disrupt your household for weeks at a time. Hiring a licensed, insured professional is a no-brainer. However, it is important to do your research in hiring a plumber to make sure they are dependable, adept and do the job correctly the first time. Here are five things to consider before hiring a plumber:
1) Referrals
It goes without saying that “word of mouth” is the strongest reassurance when hiring someone. From online searches, to a quick conversation with your neighbor, they’ll give you an honest opinion as to who you should call. If you hire someone with poor reviews, you could be asking for trouble.
2) Certification
Do some research on the company you’d like to hire. For this trade, all plumbers should be licensed, and have the proper certification to prove that in order to show their clients. Our expert team at Las Vegas Rooter is licensed, and insured, and asking for our certification before hiring us is always encouraged!
3) Affordability
In this day and age, it’s easy for a company to take advantage of a client just trying to “get the job done,” before any further damage is done to their home. When hiring the new guy, ask questions as far as what the average repair/parts costs and get advice on how to prevent any plumbing issues in the future. Give us a call at Las Vegas Rooter to hear about our affordable services. We would love to answer any and all questions you may have!
4) Honesty
You might have just purchased a home that needs a little TLC. A great plumber should give you an honest and open assessment as to the inner workings of your home. No house is perfect, and sometimes things can go wrong. However, an expert will foresee potential problems, explain to the homeowner the steps to correct the issue, and most importantly, successfully implement a plan of action to correct it. We’ve seen it all, and want to make sure your home stays in tiptop shape!
5) Building a Relationship
If you find yourself on a Saturday night with a gushing pipe in your basement, you probably want to call someone you trust will be there for you. Building a lifelong relationship with your plumber will alleviate a lot of unnecessary stress to any homeowner. You won’t feel bad about a late night call because your plumber cares, and is available to service your problem as quickly as possible. Keep our number handy in your office, home, and cell for those unexpected emergencies!
By considering these five simple factors before hiring a professional plumber, it should help to ensure you are receiving the highest quality of service. If you’re looking for the best, most skillful and professional team, give Las Vegas Rooter a call. We would love to help you!