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>

How much does bathtub refinishing cost?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-bathtub-refinishing-cost.htm">cost to refinish a bathtub</a> is $490 for most homeowners. However, this cost can range from $200 to $1,000 or more, depending on your tub's material and condition. For example, enamel and cast-iron bathtubs are pretty straightforward to refinish, costing between $350 and $600. However, if you have an antique claw-foot tub, you can expect to pay between $500 and $1,200 for refinishing costs due to the care and complexity needed. </div>

Should home remodeling contractors be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, most states require home remodeling contractors to be <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">licensed</a>, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed home remodeling contractor 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>

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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Q: How much does home remodeling cost?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/complete-house-renovation-cost.htm">cost of home remodeling</a> is $50,000 for the average homeowner. However, this cost can range anywhere from $3,000 for a small project to $170,000 for a whole home remodel. Factors like project size, location, and room type all affect your overall cost. For example, bedroom remodeling costs are one of the least expensive projects, costing about $1,500 to $5,500 per bedroom. However, a kitchen remodel has a significant cost range, totaling anywhere from $14,500 to over $70,000. </div>

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Last update on May 30, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
EXCELLENT!!! I’ve done 50 years of renovations & upgrades so I have tons of experience working with GCs. Always problems! NOT THIS TIME! I wish I met Andy & his team decades ago! Prompt, professional, clean, done as scheduled. I watched the work & was impressed every step of the way. Best of all...
AVSTEP LLC
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Reviewed in January 2011
Mr. McKenna arrived promptly for both the estimate and the service. The work was performed as agreed upon, tested thoroughly and the work area cleaned up. The replacement parts were better quality than the original.
MCKENNA PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in April 2015
We initially chose this company because the other 3 plumbing companies we called didn't pick up the phone. We were given a time window of 3-5pm but Mike arrived a little over 3pm which was a pleasant surprise. He assessed the situation and was able to remove the old spout and replace it with a...
Sal Manzo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in June 2010
I had a pipe that was part of my bathtub plumbing leaking inside the wall as well as a drip from the bath faucet. I called Carmine and quickly came to inspect and did some intial work to see what the problem was. As there was no other way of entry, the best course of action was to bust one of...
Carmine P. Aumenta Plumbing & Heating NJ
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Reviewed in March 2018
Job was completed however the faucet was not installed. I was told that it would not work...yet the price I paid for complete installation was not reduced.
Sessa Licensed Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in October 2006
He gave a free estimate with many good ideas and suggestions. He returned all calls, came to work every day;did not leave me waiting while he did another job. He was dependable and did excellent work; even cleaning up after himself. If I had a question, he followed up. I'm loving his work,...
A TO Z CUSTOM PIPING INC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Franco and his crew replaced a toilet and sink. He also snaked the bathtub drain. They was professional, skilled, knowledgeable and had the right equipment. He did an excellent job.
US Sewer & Drain Company
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Reviewed in September 2014
Kevin was extremely professional. He is very knowledgeable and assisted me with picking the bathtub and tile, which made the process much easier for me. Kevin was also very sensitive to the budget constraints that I had. He also finished in the time frame that we spoke about. The job took...
Coposky Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2014
Eric arrived ahead of time/way courteous and professional. Put down drop cloth by door. Finished all jobs in no time-left nothing to clean up-Wonderfully professional.
RJT Custom Builders
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Reviewed in February 2015
Alfonso is an excellent craftsman. He was on time, efficient, capable, and thorough in his work. He charged a fair price for his work. He is polite and easy to work with. Alfonso is dedicated and motivated person. He did not look for any short cuts and tried to do a quality job and worked 3 days...
Artistic Pro GC Corp.
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