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 February 2013
Bindig Plumbing and amp; Heating is in my opinion the best plumber in the Cape Cod area. We had previously dealt with other plumbers who were not as good.
Bindig Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in May 2016
I do not know that much about plumbing, but he certainly did the job that I wanted him to do. I am satisfied with him. I like the promptness and thoroughness. I do think that the price is high, but I imagine that is what it is with plumbers.
Little Plumber Boy LLC
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Reviewed in April 2012
Mr. Hartley is fantastic! Very prompt, efficient and professional. Definitely will use again. I would highly recommend his plumbing service
Richard Hartley Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in July 2012
Ray is a very capable plumber and up to any challenge we have thrown at him.He is good with getting to us as we need him and is good about letting us know when he will be arriving.I would not hesitate to have Ray do any plumbing job, ever.
Ray's Custom Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2019
Not only did Palmer's Plumbing promptly come out and repair the pipe, but Jason followed up with a visit to discuss ways we could avoid having a problem in the future. Everyone we dealt with was pleasant, professional and efficient. We have a reliable plumber for future projects.
Palmer's Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2014
Had a broken water pipe and had to shut the water to the entire house off. Called Gulfstream Plumbing and he said he would be there in about an hour. He was here is less than 45 min. and had the parts he needed on his truck. Finished the job in less than 45 min. Considering it was emergency...
Gulfstream Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2013
Water heater rusted out on the bottom and started leaking water. I called several different plumbers in the area. A few I had to leave a message and a few were way overpriced. When I called Lynch plumbing they were very friendly and responsive from the first phone call. We scheduled the work and...
Lynch Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2012
We have used them twice and love them. They were punctual both times. They did the work within estimate. They cleaned up after themselves and there was no mess. They just do quality planning and quality work. What is neat about them is that we know the plumber and we can call and ask for him,...
Len The Plumber, LLC.
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Reviewed in July 2012
I called this morning with an emergency (toilet leak) after reading good reviews of Alexander Plumbing here on Angie's List and seeing also that this company was located very close to my home. The owner answered the phone and was professional and kind. He told me he had a pllumber in my...
Alexander Plumbing Services Inc
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