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 June 2014
Daniel, the son, was amazing and did our entire repipe in one day and for $1500 LESS than any other plumber even bid it for and even fixed the drain that was leaking!! Will recommend Daniel to anyone that needs a good plumber
Dutchman's Drain & Sewer
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Reviewed in June 2017
Plumber was efficient, replaced bathroom sink faucet quickly. Hourly rate a bit high, but did give me a senior discount.
Roto-Rooter
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Reviewed in May 2012
The person who came out was a young man named Justin Dye. He was really prompt and very courteous. He got here really quick and took about thirty minutes to get here. He got the job done really quickly. He didn't charge that much and charged what a plumber normally charges. He was a really sharp...
DyeHard Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2014
Service is guaranteed for one year. Homeowner installed faucet but was not comfortable with previous water line hookup, and wanted peace of mind in having a professional plumber finish job.
Reddi Industries Inc
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Reviewed in January 2012
The garbage disposal removal, installation of new kitchen faucet and outside maintenance work was very satisfactory. There were 2 plumbers here and if I needed additional plumbing work done I would request the plumber who worked in the kitchen. It has been a long time since I have needed...
A Good Plumber Inc
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Reviewed in May 2011
I've been very satisfied w/their work. I've been privileged to have the same plumber each time, and I could tell he was a master plumber, except the last time was someone different. Quality and durability were first-class. I feel they are very conscientious and transparent in their work.
Superior Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2013
Terrific! Bowers plumbing has been our plumber for several years. They are always friendly and professional. And they do excellent work. We've never had any problem at all.
Bowers Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2009
Great! Very professional service from the manager that bid the job to the plumber that installed everything. Great job and very time efficient.
Fahnestock Plumbing HVAC & Electric
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Reviewed in August 2013
Upon our calling him (I believe my husband said it was Brian - their master plumber) he gave us advise on how to proceed on our own to confirm we really needed to spend the $$ on having a plumber come out on a weekend. He gave great instructions to my husband and who was able to get the pilot...
Lyday Home Plumbing LLC
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