5 Tips for Hiring a Plumbing Contractor

Whether you are building a new home, upgrading an old home or simply looking for someone to help you with a big project, it is always essential that you work with the right plumbing contractor. This is actually one of the most important decisions you might make where home maintenance or improvement is concerned, and while asking about issues like licensing and insurance is important, there is more to it than that.

Let’s look at five tips for choosing and working with the best plumbing contractor to ensure you always have the best results.

1. Licensing – As we already said, you must be sure to do the proverbial “due diligence” and work only with a plumbing contractor that holds the appropriate state licensing (if required). Even with licensing, there might be problems, so check with your state’s licensing agency to see that there are no formal complaints against your contractor.
2. Experience – Just how long has the potential contractor been offering services. Companies that have teams with years of experience are far more preferable to startups with eager and enthusiastic beginners. Yes, the “new kids on the block” may charge less, but you don’t want to ever sacrifice skill, expertise and quality for a lower bottom line. After all, that is often the way to a more costly return repair.
3. Insurance – Any contractor without proof of adequate insurance should be avoided at all costs. This is to protect everyone involved in the event of any sort of accident, injury or loss related to the work.
4. Guarantees – If a contractor does not stand behind their work (including the parts that they use), you will want to avoid them. A warranty or guarantee is a way for the contractor to say that they know they do good work and that your satisfaction and outcome is the most important thing.
5. Pricing – When you are looking for a good plumbing contractor, you want one that gives you a comprehensive estimate. If they skip any major (or minor) line items or come in at far less than anyone else, it is a sign they may be inexperienced or unable to provide the kind of time and service you deserve.

APEX Plumbing & Sewer, Inc. has been providing customers in the Chicago area with comprehensive plumbing services since 1984. Whether you need a repair or you wish to speak with a skilled plumbing contractor, you can do so by phoning 773-477-7714. You can also connect them on Facebook for more updates.