Have you recently moved to a new neighborhood or even a new city? Take some time from the exploration of your new environment for one vital but fairly unexciting task: finding a good contractor to carry out plumbing repairs in your new home. Talk to your agent or insurer if you are not sure what plumbing repairs are covered by California home insurance.
What do you look for in a plumber? We’d guess you place a high priority on attributes such as skill and competence; availability for emergency work; reliability; and having a local base.
A good way to find a plumber is by asking around your neighborhood for recommendations. Local newspaper advertisements and phone book listings can be useful although they come with the advertisers’ self-recommendations rather than the more reliable word-of-mouth referrals.
Make some phone calls to check local plumbers’ availability and charges, and to get an idea of their qualifications and standard of workmanship ask whether they have California plumbing licenses, carry insurance for workers’ compensation and liability, and offer written warranties for their work. Having asked all of these questions, you should be able to identify a plumber who is likely to do a good repair job at a reasonable price.
You never know when you will need a plumber for emergency repairs, so don’t delay your search for a local plumber. Add your chosen plumber’s contact details to your list of important local numbers such as utility service providers, emergency electrical contractors, and your California home insurance provider.
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