Finding good plumbing services is easier than you think. It doesn't have to be complicated and you can choose a plumber who will offer you all the services you need. First and foremost, find a plumber who puts you, the customer, at the top of his list. Make sure that your interests are his #1 priority and that he is licensed and bonded in your state. Commitment for your well-being should be his first consideration when providing you with outstanding plumbing services.
The great thing about hiring local contractors is the convenience. Since they are in the area, you can easily call them and they can easily get to you. Now, you may have a friend who once needed a plumber. Ask for recommendations. It can greatly improve your chances of reaching the best contractors for the job and of course, negotiate some plumbing repair and replacement discounts.
Some reliable valves do not take washers and therefore you cannot repair them. If you have a washerless shut-off valve that leaks it will need to be replaced. You will need: a propane torch, solder, flux, sandcloth, a wire fitting brush, a small section of copper pipe (most likely 3/4" I.D.), a slip coupling (again probably 3/4") and a shut-off valve. I would highly recommend installing a ball valve with a drain on it as opposed to a washer style valve. If you purchase a decent quality ball valve it will last a very long time.
A Trustworthy plumber will answer all of your questions. Good plumbers will provide you with references, and tell you how long they have been a plumber, and the type of guarantee they provide for their work (warranty.) As well, a professional plumber will offer emergency service for nights and weekends. You should be able to make contact with him or her in a timely manner. A professional plumber will also have all of the appropriate insurance such as liability insurance so that you are protected in the event of an accident.
Call a Local plumber to set up an appointment for an inspection. You will need to be home for this service and when the work is complete, you want to be available to find out what the professional found out. If there is work to be done, depending on the severity, it might be a good idea to go ahead and schedule the next appointment for repairs.
If you have patience and time, you can look for a plumber in yellow pages. Look over the pages to find a plumber. You will need good eyesight to spot it as the print they use is very fine. You can locate a few of plumbers with some effort. You should list down minimum three of them to finally select the one. Check about their charges and the services they offer. Before finalizing, verify about their reputation by getting help from different agencies run by the government.
We'll explore more about local business search and some of the simplest techniques for finding out how your customers are looking for you, and how to "get in their way", in future articles.