The plumbing system is a crucial utility, and it is just as deserving of the commitment of a skilled plumber. But how do you know if a plumbing company will deliver as promised? Don’t worry, there are several things you can keep an eye out for to make sure you work with experienced plumbers who treat your comfort and satisfaction as priority one.

Because the professional plumbers at Fletcher Plumbing, Heating & AC want you to have the best possible experience, we’re sharing our top tips for finding the best plumber.

Licensed? Fair Prices? What You Need to Find the Best Plumber

Trying to select the right professional between all these different plumbing companies can be daunting at first at first. All these technicians are promising better service, but which ones really have what it takes to back that statement up? Keep these important things in mind when you're ready to compare:

  1. Find out if they’re licensed, insured and ideally certified: One of the most important ways to confirm that a plumber is a professional is by checking that they’re insured and licensed by the proper regulatory organizations.Particularly experienced plumbers may also have certifications demonstrating this competency. These certifications may be required for specialized services such as the testing for and prevention of backflow.
  2. Check if they have policies offering service guarantees or warranties: Standard services like preventive maintenance can help keep the warranties of your plumbing equipment active. Additionally, reputable plumbers often offer their own warranties on the products they sell. This illustrates confidence and conditions in place to replace malfunctioning equipment.
  3. Look for relevant reviews and testimonials describing past projects: It never hurts to have a second opinion, and previous customers are a great source of information. If these reviews illustrate reasons for caution, you’ll know it could be smarter to look elsewhere.
  4. Take the time to thoroughly compare estimates: Once a plumber provides you a quote for the project you want completed, it's common make sure the estimate is too high. But estimates that are significantly lower than expected could also be a red flag.A steep drop in pricing might be because the plumber will cut corners or other shady, cost-saving measures.A key detail to ensure is that the quote comes after the plumber has completed an on-site assessment to determine the scope of the job. If the estimate is just one from someone over the phone, the actual cost at the end of the project might be higher than anticipated.
  5. Choose plumbers that are quick to respond, detailed and offering long-term solutions: Professionalism is always important, but how do you define what a “professional” plumber should be? As an example, the plumbing technician should always be knowledgeable and courteous. At the very least, you’ll be able to trust that the project will proceed smoothly.

But there are other ways to verify your plumber can deliver the best possible service. How responsive are they with addressing your concerns? Do they help you learn how and why the problem appeared and keep you informed on how the job's going? And finally, the best plumbers offer solutions that endure. Proactive measures keep problems from happening in the first place, which means a more effective and cost-effective plumbing system.

You Can Always Trust the Plumbers at 302-653-0503

302-653-0503 wants to deliver exceptional plumbing services in Smyrna, so we strive to work with plumbers that embody all the values of professional service. No matter what clog, leak or other problem you're dealing with, 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 302-653-0503 today.