Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul> Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

Should HVAC technicians be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, most states require <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/which-hvac-certifications-do-technicians-need.htm">HVAC technicians to be certified</a>, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed HVAC technician could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi </li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

What is the average cost to unclog a drain?

<div>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-drain-cleaning-cost.htm#">cost to unclog a drain</a> is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.</div>

How much do plumbers typically charge?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">The average cost to hire a plumber</a> is around $100 an hour but can vary between $45 and $200 an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average $150 per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of $100 to $350. </div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Jeremy did a fantastic job. It looks really neat and I will use them for all my plumbing needs.. professional customer service and polite, and it is a great company struggling
Rooter Pro Plumbing GA
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Reviewed in February 2023
Plumbers came removed my water heater and install the new one instantly l. They were already prepared. Great company!
Rooter Pro Xpress / Guice Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2019
I’m was a heating/air customer who was in need of plumbing service. After calling after hours but still speaking with one the company reps around 7 p.m. on Feb. 25 about a two plumbing problems, they noted I would receive a call on Feb. 26 to schedule. I did receive that call around 8 a.m. on...
Reliable Heating & Air Plumbing & Electrical
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Reviewed in May 2018
We have had an intermittent leaking shower faucet for @ 2 years that started after we had some tile work done. We had two plumbing companies come out and assess the problem. One was from Majestic plumbing and without even looking at anything related to the shower, he recommended cutting the...
Allgood Plumbing Electric Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in August 2014
The plumber had what appears to have been a totally new and inexperienced helper with him who was assigned to flush the water heater. Subsequently, I had to call another plumber for the work I thought was in the big deal.
Trinity Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in May 2014
Two plumbers arrived on time with all equipment needed They had to build a platform for the heater to stand on and add some piping and a drain as the previous installation had none They worked for several hours to complete the job and cleaned up nicely before leaving The final total was...
Majestic Plumbing & Electric
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Reviewed in April 2013
Zurn assisted us with the replacement of two water heaters. The originals were over 16 years old. We had recently closed on our home and we were replacing the outdated appliances. One water heater was leaking and in a very tight area that made removal and installation a challenge to say the...
Zurn Plumbing Service Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
It went great. Another company came by before them and they told me that I needed to replace my hot water heater. That was not the case. Gene’s Plumbing came out and they looked at it. They said that I didn’t need to replace the hot water heater. They cleaned it out and put it back together. It...
GENE'S PLUMBING & REMODELING
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Reviewed in December 2011
This service went well. Atlanta Plumbing Plus sent a man out right away for a leaking water-heater drain valve. It was a simple repair, but was worth the charge to have an expert examine the water heater and discuss potential replacement in the future. The tank itself was 1 month over warranty....
Fulton Services
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