Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

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

What questions should I ask a plumbing contractor?

• <div><p>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: </p><ul><li><p>Are you licensed and insured?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge for estimates? </p></li><li><p>Is your fee a flat rate, or is it hourly?</p></li><li><p>Who will do the work? Are they all licensed and qualified plumbers?</p></li><li><p>What happens if any breaks or damages occur?</p></li><li><p>What is your response time in an emergency? </p></li><li><p>Is cleanup included in the quote?</p></li><li><p>Do your services come with a guarantee?</p></li></ul><p>Discussing these questions with your plumbing contractor will help eliminate future issues and clarify expectations. </p></div>

Should I clean before the plumber comes?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

How much are typical plumbing repair costs?

• <div><p>Typically, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-will-plumbing-repair-cost.htm">plumbing repairs cost</a> about <b>$325 per job</b> but can range from <b>$175 to $4,000</b> or more. Simple fixes, such as a toilet repair, will be less expensive at around <b>$150 to $400</b>. However, if you have a pipe that has burst, you can expect to pay between <b>$1,000 and $4,000</b> or more. </p><p>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.</p><p> </p></div> • <div><p>A faucet replacement vs. a failed waste line flooding a finished basement would be at opposite ends of a very broad spectrum. "A plumbing repair" could range from perhaps a $150 minimum service charge up to tens of thousands of dollars for a substantial repair and associated cleanup, finish work, etc.</p></div> • <div><p>Plumbing repairs can be complex. Often there is damage or breakage in areas that can't be seen without being examined thoroughly. Plumbers will investigate the issue and then let you know what to expect.</p></div> • <div><p>Prices can range from $60 to $20,000. Many factors determine the cost of a plumbing job. Things such as the cost of materials, size of the home, the difficulty of the job, travel time, contractor liability, would walls or floors need to be opened and repaired. All these factors and more can greatly affect the cost of a job.</p></div> • <div><p>Plumbing costs obviously vary from job to job. You can expect to pay anywhere from $225 - $400 for your average repair of a faucet or toilet. Frozen broken pipes are a much more difficult item to put a price tag on. The best course is to try to correct it as soon as possible: These tend to get worse rather than better, which means more costly. You will obviously be paying more for after hour emergency services, but time is of the essence.</p></div>

How much do plumbers typically charge?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">The average cost to hire a plumber</a> is around <b>$100 </b>an hour but can vary between<b> $45 and $200</b> 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 <b>$150 </b>per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of <b>$100 to $350</b>. </p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2017
Abacus started and completed its work the very day that I called the company. The work has complex and included drywall removal, bracing pipes with lumber and joining new copper pipes with existing PEX tubes. The plumbers are well equipped and well supported. When my plumber did not have a...
Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical
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Reviewed in April 2017
They arrived with in an hour. The plumbers install the new sump pump, Fixed the pipes, and cleaned up the mess before departing… All within two hours! I was very well pleased.
Aarons Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
Cabo Plumbing Service did excellent work, tremendous work. The plumber there is a guy by the name of Edgar Shaft and he's done a bunch of work for me. They have done a whole bathroom remodel and some other bathroom work for me. He's done some work for my mom, on my mother's house. He's first...
Cabo Plumbing Svc
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Reviewed in April 2015
They sent the plumber out, and they said that they couldn't do the work, they didn't have the right parts. They were polite and professional.
Mr. Handyman of Northern St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties
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Reviewed in March 2011
We spent about $150 for the last service. He is very good. We have an older home and he is very good about working on the older plumbing. He is very quick in responding.
Kamm Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2010
Don came with son, Don Jr on time checked out pipe & fixed it. Took probably 45 minutes. They were very nice, knew what needed to be done. Great plumbers. On 10/1/2010, I had a constant drip in upstairs shower. Don said he would not be available till following Tuesday, 10/5/2010. He was...
DON'S PLUMBING
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Reviewed in April 2013
The plumbing under my kitchen sink is apparently all wrong. Some pipes came apart, and Goshen Plumbing came to assist. The plumber was helpful and honest. He installed a temporary fix for me in 20 minutes, and prepared me for greater necessary changes ahead. The service call + labor + parts...
Goshen Plumbing And Heating
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Reviewed in October 2010
Mark from Bob Frame Plumbing came to check what was wrong & came back later that afternoon with part. Problem solved & we're happy. Also, we had called another plumber & he could not come till next week. Bob Frame sent Mark same day as called.
BOB FRAME INC
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