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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Last update on August 21, 2025

Reviewed in August 2018
It went well. The plumbers were prompt, efficient and professional. The job was more involved than what was quoted, but they informed me that this may be the case when I signed the contract. I would hire again.
RJ Graham Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
Service was great. Prompt, friendly and knowledgeable plumber. I will definitely use TLC for any future plumbing needs.
TLC Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in July 2012
Did a great job!!! This is the second time I had service done from them. Pricing extremely reasonable for the work done. He even fixed what the plumber did incorrectly that was there before him that I didn't notice. He is honest and dependable, I wish more people were like him!
ASSOCIATED SEWER & PLUMBING SERVICE
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Reviewed in April 2009
The plumber started with the water line to the refrigerator, tightening a nut in teh basement, then readjusted the garbage disposal to stop leak, and afterwards rodded out the drain in the basement. Was the plumber was quick and knowledgeable, very professional, and answered questions about...
Mann Made Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2010
The plumber arrived on time. The work went well without any incidents. The plumber was knowledgeable and was able to deal with difficult access in the shut-off valve installation. After the plumber left, later that evening one of soldered joints in piping modification sprang a leak. I...
TIGER PLUMBING
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Reviewed in November 2008
Horrible experience. Scheduled over a week in advance. At 3:00 the day the job was to start, the contractor tried to cancel. He eventually showed up at 1:00 pm the next day instead of 7:30 am as originally scheduled. Only broke up concrete the first day and performed no actual plumbing work. 2nd...
Meyer's Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in April 2015
I have a plumber that I use. I use ER Plumbing for my plumbing. I know them personally and I have always been fine with them. They are very professional. They are very timely and they provide good service.
ER Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in February 2012
I would recommend them and recommend them all the time. They are just good plumbers, take care of my plumbing concerns. I have used them for years.
The Plumber, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2010
About 6 mounths prior to this date I purchased a new refrigrator with an ice maker and had the water line connected by a freind. The line though was connected to the water line prior to the softner and even with a filter rusty water was getting into the system. The estimate above was simply to...
Downing Plumbing
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