Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does a plumber near me cost?
Plumbers charge$45 to $150 per hour, with the average job costing $125 to $450 total. Many plumbing companies have a minimum service fee of $50 to $200. Emergency plumbing contractors charge double or triple time on weekends, after hours, and holidays, or $125 to $170 per hour.
What are common plumbing services?
Professional plumbers repair pipes, tanks, fixtures, fittings, and pumps required for the gas and water to flow through your home. Whatever the plumbing issue, plumbers near you are ready to help.
Call a plumber for:
Leaky faucets
Clogged drains and drain cleaning
Burst pipes
Flooding, an overflowing toilet, or sewer backup
Installing fixtures like sinks, bathtubs, and toilets
Professional plumbers do not expect a tip. However, if they go out of their way to help or spend more time than expected, a tip is appreciated.
What to do when a plumbing pipe bursts?
If a pipe bursts in your house, follow these steps:
Turn off the main water supply to reduce water damage.
Turn off the electricity in that part of the home for safety.
Clean up and drain the water to avoid excess water damage.
Search for qualified plumbers near you and get free estimates.
Drain the remaining water from the faucets to take pressure off the pipes.
Does a home warranty cover plumbing?
A home warranty covers normal wear and tear on plumbing work. Home warranties typically cover all plumbing systems such as broken sinks, faucets, showerheads, toilets, built-in bathtub motors, sewer pumps, valves, clogged drains, and leaky pipes.
Does homeowners insurance cover plumbing?
Homeowner's insurance policies should cover sudden water damage due to faulty plumbing or pipes that burst. However, most policies exclude old or leaky pipes, damage that occurred gradually like a slow leak, or regional flooding.
What questions to ask when hiring a local plumber?
The best plumbing contractors are licensed, bonded, insured, and are happy to answer questions about their business. Before hiring a plumber, ask the following questions:
Do you offer free estimates? If not, do you charge a minimum service fee to evaluate my project?
Do you charge by the hour or by the project?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have worker's comp insurance?
Is your plumbing work bonded?
Are your license and insurance up to date? May I see them?
Do you offer a warranty on your labor? Do the products you use have warranties?
Can I get a written estimate or contract with a full breakdown of all costs involved?
Reviews for Lakewood plumbing companies
Recent success stories from people in the Lakewood area.
Assiya
I was struggle with my garden on trimming,clean up and hauling some branches from a old tree,I contact D&S Landscaping Services and they took care of the garden as they though it will look better,I'm happy with the result !?highly recommend them
D&S Landscaping services
Deb C.
If I could give Paul 10 stars , I would.
Paul was the 1st person to reach out to me.
I called him and he answered all my questions concerning a clogged kitchen sink.
He offered several suggestions to try on my own first, which I thought was wonderful.
Unfortunately it was a bigger issue that needed a professional.
Paul showed up on time, was courteous and never made me feel like he was going to overcharge me for this and that.
He had to go out for parts and I’m delighted to say that the sink is running better than ever.
Paul stuck to his original quote, which, in today’s world is unheard of!!
Apparently Paul is a Jack of many trades and I would NOT HESITATE to call him again!
THANKS Paul, you saved the day!
Paul's pro's-Fence Installation & Repair
Samantha M.
I can’t say enough about the experience I had with pipecraft. I had to have my house repiped and Jacob and heath were amazing. They showed up on time, explained everything to me, were super respectful of my house, animals and me, and cleaned up so well after themselves. Very impressed and will 100% use them in the future for any plumbing needs. In addition, their pricing was more than fair, which is always a plus! If you’re looking for a plumber, call Pipecraft!! You won’t regret it!
Pipecraft Plumbing, Inc
Paul W.
Hung and Danny were great, fixed the problem!
Horsepower Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing
Douglas B.
Pedro was responsive to my concerns and was personable.
New Connect Plumbing and Drain
Meredith W.
Thank you for the professional work and great pricing. Glad I found Raul. Will use in the future most certainly
ROYAL FLUSH PLUMBING & HVAC SERVICES LLC
Marian J.
Professional. Brought the parts. Did the repair. Good job. Thanks
Paylss Rooter- Plumbing and Excavation
Joseph M.
Safety and workmanship completed jobs with great timing
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