The most gut wrenching feeling in the world is waking up to the sound of a pipe leaking, leaving you scrambling to find a plumber last minute. With so many plumbers out there advertising their services, how do you decide who to call?
A few things to look for when choosing a plumber. First, you should check that they are bonded and licensed. The last thing you want to do is hire someone who isn’t actually qualified to do the work. This could lead to liability issues if they do poor quality work and it ends up damaging your neighbor’s property. Furthermore, poor quality plumbing work can actually lead to a health risk for your family. Choosing a bonded and licensed plumber will ensure that your work is up to standard, and this also ensures that your Plumber has insurance as well.
In addition to being licensed and bonded, there are additional certifications that you can look for when choosing a plumber:
- UPC Journey Level Plumber: Typically at least 4 years of experience required
- UPC Master Level Plumber: Typically at least 6 years of experience required
Asking your plumber what kind of certifications they have will ensure that they have studied the skills and regulations needed to perform a good job for you.