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6 Guidelines to Working with Your Plumber

By Sandra Turner
July 8, 2020
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Your plumber is here to help you resolve plumbing issues around your home and to ensure that your systems reach peak performance around the clock. But sometimes it can feel as if you’re not able to communicate on the same level with your plumber, leaving your frustrated and lacking service options. To help you get the most value from your plumbing provider, we’re highlighting 6 tips for discussing options with your plumber in this latest post.

1. Expect an estimated cost

Many are frustrated when they can’t get an exact response from their plumber when they ask about the total price of the work on their home. But this can often be difficult for plumbers to determine. The total cost can include elements that are only visible once the work has already stated, and so at the beginning you should expect an estimate for the work. Only when the work is completed by the plumber provide you with a total. You can then discuss the total with the plumber to find out how the cost was determined.

2. Learn the plumbing basics

Simple actions such as turning off the shutoff valve in your home cans save you a significant amount of time and money in responding to the problem. By learning the basics of your home plumbing structure, you can then speak with your plumber about the issue using language familiar to the professionals. If you don’t have a clear understanding on the basic principles of their work, it can be difficult for the plumber to explain the problem, which then leads to further confusion and miscommunication.

3. Discuss the payment schedule

Before agreeing to work with the plumber, make sure the two of you discuss the payment schedule for then work. Will they be able to offer flexible terms to allow you to pay for the work over time? Consider the options provided and make sure that you’re comfortable with the payment terms before the work goes ahead.

4. Don’t watch over them

One of the most frustrating aspects of plumbing work within the family home is when the plumber is being constantly watched by family members. While you might be able to ask the plumber questions when they go on a break, watching their every move can make it difficult for them to complete their work. Simply trust in their workmanship and ensure that you ask all questions of their current working schedule before they leave for the day. This will allow the specialist to complete quality work and will ensure you get the information you need.

5. Ask the Right Questions

Make sure you know the questions you want to ask your plumber well in advance of their work being completed. For example, are you concerned about a particular leak within the bathroom? Do you want to know more about their past qualifications? Make sure you consider your questions carefully and then write them down in your notepad before the professional arrives at the home. Make sure they know you have a few questions for them before their work begins.

6. Discuss warranties in advance

Homeowners can become frustrated if they find out the plumber doesn’t provide a warranty covering the work completed on their home. But it’s your job to find out more on the plumber and their warranty options in advance. Speak to them directly about their warranties and about what exactly is covered under their protection plans

Plan in advance next time you need to speak with a local plumber. The tips in this latest post should help you consolidate costs and streamline required plumbing work.

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Sandra Turner

Sandra is the Head Writer at Boldface News. A huge animal lover, she's a proud mother to two rescue dogs and one fiercely independent cat. Her hobbies include reading, writing, cooking, knitting, and dancing like nobody is watching.

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