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>

What questions should I ask a plumbing contractor?

<div>Before <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-questions-ask-hiring-plumber.htm">finding the right plumber for your job</a>, there are a few questions that you should ask, including: <ul><li>Are you licensed and insured?</li><li>Do you charge for estimates? </li><li>Is your fee a flat rate, or is it hourly?</li><li>Who will do the work? Are they all licensed and qualified plumbers?</li><li>What happens if any breaks or damages occur?</li><li>What is your response time in an emergency? </li><li>Is cleanup included in the quote?</li><li>Do your services come with a guarantee?</li></ul>Discussing these questions with your plumbing contractor will help eliminate future issues and clarify expectations. </div>

Should I clean before the plumber comes?

<div>Before your plumber pays you a visit, it’s a good idea to clean up any boxes, garbage, or other obstacles that could be in their way. In addition, it’s best practice to clean the area that needs to be inspected or worked on, like a toilet, for example. Make sure to keep kids and pets out of the way once the plumber arrives.</div>

How much are typical plumbing repair costs?

<div>Typically, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-will-plumbing-repair-cost.htm">plumbing repairs cost</a> about $325 per job but can range from $175 to $4,000 or more. Simple fixes, such as a toilet repair, will be less expensive at around $150 to $400. However, if you have a pipe that has burst, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $4,000 or more. The project that needs to be completed, the size of your home, and the type of plumbing pipes you have can all impact the final cost. External factors such as supply chain issues and shortage of materials all play a part in how much this repair might be.</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 April 2015
We worked with three different plumbers on two occasions to finish our jobs, all of which were done quickly and are now working perfectly. Plumbers were professional and friendly, wore shoe coverings on a wet day, and fully explained all repairs. Scheduling was easy and plumbers arrived in the...
Dependable Drain & Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2013
Washington Plumbing was subcontracted for a bathroom remodel. While rerouting sewage lines, he DRY sawed the concrete indoors. The fine concrete dust not only literally coated every inch of my house but also caused my furnace filter to clog. When approached why he didn't wet saw, he stated...
Washington Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2014
I have used Morningside Plumbing several times the last few years and will continue to use them whenever a plumbing problem arises. They are prompt, get the job done and leave things neat and clean.
Morningside Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2012
Our kitchen sink started leaking. We tried reaching so many Plumbers in the area but no one picked up the phone being Friday. One call to Black Plumbing and he had his employee at our house within 2-3 hours for an estimate. He fixed it temproraily for weekend mentioning that he will ...
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Reviewed in July 2016
Quality Plumbing gave me an estimate $475 to install an extra water line. The plumber estimated that it would take about 5 hours to complete at $75 an hours plus the cost of materials. The plumber that actually completed the work got the job done in 3 hours and said that it wasn't as big of a...
Quality Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2012
Riley Plumbing, Dan Riley We have been using Riley Plumbing, Dan Riley, for two years.
Dan Riley Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2014
Denny is a seasoned plumber, and he has always responded ASAP to my calls for help over the years (I've lived here 8 years, and have called him for my furnace and my plumbing). He knows and remembers the layout of my plumbing, and where to find what he needs to do the job efficiently. This...
Dennys Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in November 2024
Work was done professionally and looks fantastic. Communication was great, if I had questions he had the right answers. He went above and beyond the scope of work to give me the best product with quality work.
Redcorn Construction Services
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Reviewed in February 2014
They forgot to put the trap in the shower drain. It took about a year to make this discovery since shower was only used for occasional guests. I called Casper Plumbing and asked them to come to take a look and examine the shower. They claimed that there was no way they could have forgotten to...
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