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Hiring the right commercial plumbing contractor can be the difference between high-quality work and a disaster waiting to happen. In the struggling economy, people are more cost-conscious than ever, but guaranteeing good work is worth the cost. Before you commit to a commercial plumbing contractor, ask the right questions to guarantee that you are getting your money’s worth.
1. What is your specialty?
Not all plumbers are created equally. Some plumbing contractors specialize in residential or home projects while others are equipped to deal with larger-scale projects like apartment buildings or office spaces. Before you even get into the details, be sure your plumbing contractor is equipped for the work you need.
2. Are you insured?
Accidents happen, but they will be more costly to you and your projects if your commercial plumbing contractor doesn’t have general liability insurance. You have the right to know if a company is insured; if they don’t want to give up the information, assume the worst.
3. Are you licensed?
A commercial plumbing contractor should proudly display its licensing information. States issue licenses based on minimum requirements that are designed to protect consumers and the general public. Ask to see a copy of the license or license number.
4. How long will my project take to complete?
An experienced plumbing contractor will be able to predict the duration of a project. Ask for a specific timeline so that you are able to keep the work on track.
5. Do you offer a written contract?
For a large project, a commercial plumbing contractor should expect to draw up a detailed written contract that outlines the exact work to be done, the timeline for the job and the expected price upon completion. A written contract protects you against shortcuts or delayed progress.
6. Do you offer a guarantee?
All commercial plumbing contractors should provide some degree of guaranteed workmanship. If a mistake or problem arises after the job has been completed, a reputable plumber will return to fix any lingering issues.
7. Do you have any references?
Generally speaking, an experienced commercial plumbing contractor is more reliable than someone new to the field, but either way you should request to see a list of references. Don’t just stop at the list; call them and find out the quality of the work for the cost.
Remember: when you hiring a commercial plumbing contractor, you become the client. A respectable contractor will provide you with clear answers to all of your questions. Don’t commit until you are satisfied or you run the risk of finding yourself in deep water.
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