You may be prone to plumbing problems if you live in an old home. The issues you will have include a leaky faucet and a clogged drain or may need to install a sink. You will require professional services for getting your major problems fixed but there other small issues you can do them by yourself. The following are some tips on getting a right plumber.

Experience

It is important to know the experience of a professional before hiring them. Do not only hire a person because they have a license, the experience matters even if the license is an important factor to consider. Ensure you hire an expert who is skilled and experienced so that your work will be done perfectly. A  plumber who is not licensed  may cause you more loss by damaging your goods.

License

Ensure you hire a bonded, licensed and insured plumber.Their license numbers are all over on advertisement boards. Qualified and real plumbers have licenses. Ensure the plumber you hire is a trustworthy or is a reputable contractor.

Cost

An excellent plumber can come to your home and estimate for you the cost you require for the repairs without charging you. Though make sure the price includes material and all the labor costs.

It is good to go for a flat rate or fixed charges and get to pay after the whole project has been done. You will save a lot of money by doing so as even if it takes more time to complete the project, you won’t have to pay the extra cash.

Insurance

Ensure the plumber has a liability and workers compensation insurance. The insurance cover will provide coverage in case there is any injury. It is important to consider if the plumber or company have insurance because if there are any injuries, you will be responsible for settling the medical bills and costs if they are not covered.

Referrals

Everybody likes their work to be done perfectly by people they know. If you are not sure of any expert, you can always get referrals from other people you know. Some plumbers will be free to give you references of people they have worked for so that you can inquire about them before you give them a contract. It is nice to go for a plumber who has got positive feedback from many people.

Warranty/ Guarantee

You should get a guarantee from the plumber, and it should be in written form for it to be valid. You can use the guarantee just in case you are not satisfied with the work they have done.