Your home’s plumbing is a crucial utility, and it is just as deserving of the commitment of a skilled plumber. But how will you know for certain if your chosen plumber will meet your standards? Don’t worry, there are a number of things you can keep an eye out for to ensure you work with experienced plumbers who view your comfort and satisfaction as priority one.

Since the plumbers at Age Heating & Cooling want you to have the best possible experience, we’re sharing our top tips for finding the best plumber.

Insured? Honest About Prices? What You Need to Find the Best Plumber

Trying to decide between all these various plumbing companies can feel like a slog at first. Everyone’s promising better service, but which ones really stand by their word? Keep these five things in mind when you're ready to compare:

  1. Confirm they’re licensed, insured and preferably certified: One of the most important ways to confirm that a plumber is a professional is by finding where they’re licensed and insured by the proper regulatory organizations.Particularly experienced plumbers may also have certifications that demonstrate their competency. These certifications are usually associated with specialized services such as testing and backflow prevention.
  2. Check if they have policies offering warranties or service guarantees: Common plumbing services including 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 a willingness to replace faulty equipment.
  3. Find reviews and testimonials from past customers: many homeowners prefer to have a second opinion, and previous customers are a great source of information. When multiple reviews illustrate something concerning, you’ll know it could be smarter to seek alternatives.
  4. Take the time to thoroughly compare estimates: Even when a trusted plumbing company can offer you a quote for the project you want completed, your first instinct might be to make sure it isn’t too high. But any quotes that are significantly lower than expected is also reason for caution.A steep drop in pricing could mean the plumber will use substandard materials or take other cost-saving measures.A key detail to ensure is that the quote follows an in-person inspection to review the problem themselves. If a quote comes over the phone, the actual cost at the end of the project could be far outside your expectations.
  5. Find plumbers that are responsive, detailed and looking for long-term solutions: A sense of professionalism is always important, but how can you know what a “professional” plumber should be? To begin with, your plumber should always be attentive to any of your concerns. At the very least, you’ll be able to trust that the project will proceed smoothly.

But there are additional ways to confirm your plumber can deliver the best possible service. How responsive are they with addressing your concerns? Do they help you understand why the problem appeared and keep you in-the-loop 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 208-603-2210

208-603-2210 wants to provide outstanding plumbing services in Sandpoint, so we work hard to build a team of plumbers that exhibit 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, reach out to a member of our team at 208-603-2210 today.