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Homeowners shopping around for plumbing services
Homeowners shopping around for plumbing services
Instead of picking the best looking ad out of the phone book, Canadian consumers are shopping around and putting more effort into finding trade qualified professionals then they would have a decade ago.
Calgary,
Alberta,
Canada
(sardnews.org)
28/09/2011
Instead of picking the best looking ad out of the phone book, Canadian consumers are shopping around and putting more effort into finding trade qualified professionals then they would have a decade ago.
In fact, according to a recent survey taken, a majority of homeowners already have a reliable plumber lined up in case of emergency, such as a pipe bursting, hot water tank break-down or toilet acting up.
For those that don’t already have a great plumber on speed dial, there are four main things consumers should keep in mind when searching for a plumber.
It’s always important to begin with word of mouth referrals from friends and relatives. Since you can trust their advice, this is often the best way to find knowledgeable and experienced Calgary plumbers in your area.
If finding a suitable professional through a friend isn’t an option, there are plenty of fantastic consumer review sites online that provide unbiased reviews about different plumbers in the area. Business directories, such as Google Places, are great resources for this.
Whether you get a referral or simply find a great plumber through a consumer review site, it’s always wise to follow them up with some research online. Check out your local Better Business Bureau to ensure there have been no complaints filed against the company in question.
It’s strongly advised to never hire a Calgary plumbing professional who isn’t licensed, insured and bonded. Having all of these things will ensure you that they are a legitimate contractor and not just taking your money.
Although years and years of experience in the industry isn’t imperative, having a good solid background is important no matter how big or small the job is. Apprentice plumbers can do some repair jobs, while a journeyman should always take care of larger and more complex tasks. Speak with the company and ensure they are sending the appropriately skilled person to the job.
Since no one wants to pay for the same job twice, hiring a plumbing contractor that provides a product and service guarantee on his or her work is crucial. Essentially a plumber who backs their work with a guarantee is committed to getting the job done right the first time.
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Most people only think about hiring a plumber when it’s an emergency, but by then it’s too late. You don’t want to wait until water is pooling up in your living room to start looking for a plumber. Instead, you should be prepared and have a list of quality plumbers that you can trust always on standby in case of just such an emergency.
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