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Your plumbing professional bills you by the hour at a rate reflecting their skill and the requirements of the task. Generally, tipping isn’t customary. If you want to offer extra thanks for a job well done, give a good online review.

When a professional completes inspection of your plumbing problems, you should receive a detailed estimate. Find out about acceptable payment methods, such as cash, check, or credit card. In most cases, homeowners should not have to pay any money before the job begins. For very complex projects, they may ask for a “good-faith deposit” in advance, often 10% or less. Most will call for the full payment after completing the job. Complicated work that takes weeks could mean you make several payments over the course of the project.

Many pros will offer a free estimate to help secure your business. You will want to confirm that the estimate is accurate. Don’t trust a guess based on your initial phone call, or prices given only verbally. Ask for a breakdown of all costs in writing.

As with any kind of service you pay for, there’s an important distinction between competitive pricing and cheap work. Plumbers who underbid others by a long shot may cut corners in a variety of ways. A plumbing company that prides itself on low prices over value may expect you not to know the difference. By comparison, someone who works hard to keep costs down without sacrificing quality may give you a better deal, even if they charge more.

Although developing a few handy skills can save you money, there are some cases where you’ll want to call a professional:

• persistent clogged drains

• pipe leaks

• bathroom fixture repairs

• water damage

• pipefitting or installation

• kitchen or bathroom remodels

Now that you know how to identify a great plumbing pro, you can search for available plumbers near you and locate a few choices that will meet your needs. Use this information during your investigation, you’ll be glad you did.