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 October 2014
They came back and do a couple of follows ups. There was a leak and I asked them to come back out and check it for me. They just said, "Hey, we'll be there." and there was no, "You this this out of warranty, we don't cover that." or anything like that. It was, "We'll be there." There was one...
Hamilton Heating, A/C & Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2016
They came out and fixed our problems. They were friendly, courteous and professional. They had reasonable pricing. They cleaned up behind themselves. You couldn't tell they had been here.
Joe the Plumber
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Reviewed in May 2015
They're the best plumbers I've ever used. They're absolutely a low cost plumber in terms of their price.
McCann Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in April 2014
My overall experience with him was good. He was late but I understand that because he was on another job. He have me $5 off because I am a senior citizen.
Mr Plumber Inc
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Reviewed in May 2009
Very good, very responsive, explains every thing that was completed. I have used this plumber off and on for 10 years. Provided suggestions and recommendations. I would defintely recommend this plumber.
FIGHTMASTER PLUMBING HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in June 2018
As planned, replaced main water line in home and replaced valves on gas stove. Had a great plumber Mike.
A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical
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Reviewed in March 2024
Danny did an amazing job and was very thorough and left everything nice and clean. I would 100% hire him again. Prices very reasonable. Nice to have a reliable plumber to call again in the future.
Dannys Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2025
The entire team of technicians that worked on my large plumbing job were thorough, meticulous, and had great attention to detail. They were also able to make repairs to the system that a previous plumber performed incorrectly which was very valuable! I would hire them again in a heartbeat!!!
KC FLOW HEROES LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
He was very good. It was pretty expensive. We had many plumbers that couldn't find the problem. They were expensive, but they found the problem.
Hamilton Heating, A/C & Plumbing
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