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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Last update on August 17, 2025

Reviewed in February 2013
Over the past three years, we have used Bill Milligan's plumbing services. On two occassions, he showed up made a minor correction and chafrged us NOTHING for showing up! He said he wanted our business long term not just once. He had fixed a line break in our front yard and done plumbing and...
Milligan Plumbing Plus
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Reviewed in November 2024
John was great. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was fairly priced. I had an issue that other plumbers told me required walls to be taken down but John was able to fix it without doing that and saved me from a big headache. I have hired many plumbers over the years and I'm very happy to have...
Inshore Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2022
It was smooth and very professional. Dan is a great plumber. He taught me a few things. Super personality. Good luck in South Carolina
Absolute Plumbing & Boiler
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Reviewed in November 2014
I had them install a faucet and it took less than an hour to do with one plumber. It was a great experience.
ARS / Rescue Rooter Charleston
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Reviewed in September 2015
Responsiveness and professionalism were great. Very prompt, in fact for first visit plumber was at house less than 30 minutes after my phone call. Cost was very reasonable and plumber took time to explain the work needed. All in all a great experience - won't hesitate to call them again for...
Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
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Reviewed in June 2015
McCray is a master craftsman, licensed plumber, electrician, and gas installer, although he contracted plumbing work out to less than stellar plumber colleague. he has been on time, largely reliable, hardworking (including saturdays), and does quality work. would def use him again.
Kenneth McCray
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