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When something goes wrong with your plumbing system, A. Stevens Plumbing & Heating in Washingtonville, NY, recommends hiring a professional plumber to fix the problem. To ensure that they’re qualified for the job, schedule an appointment in advance and research the company thoroughly online before signing a contract that authorizes them to work on your property.

What to Ask Your Plumber Before Hiring Them

Are You Licensed?

If you hire a contractor to work on your plumbing system, then you need to guarantee that they’re licensed with the state as a business. To register as a business and maintain their license, a plumber will have to meet industry standards and follow safety protocols, thus protecting their clients’ property from damage and ensuring safe and accurate installation or repair.

Can You Provide a Written Estimate?

plumberA plumber should always give their customer a written estimate before starting the work. This document will outline the total cost of the project, indicate whether it’s an hourly or a flat rate, and state the due date for payment. Written estimates ensure that you know how much you will pay the company so that extra fees aren’t tagged unexpectedly at the end.

Who Will Complete the Work?

It doesn’t matter whether you’re hiring a plumber for hot water heater installation or sewer drain cleaning—you should always ask who will complete the work and who will oversee the project. Making sure that there’s an experienced manager on site and that the technician is trained will help increase the chances of a proper installation or repair.

The next time you have a plumbing problem, run these questions by a technician for an efficient fix. To schedule an appointment with A. Stevens Plumbing & Heating, call (845) 496-5903 or visit them online for a complete list of products and services. 

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