Having a lot of trouble finding good pluming services near you in your area? You’re not alone. Many people find it difficult to narrow down the massive list of service providers to find a plumber that works well for them and meets their needs, while remaining affordable and making you feel respected. Too often, a service provider doesn’t get the job done well, or you require a repeat visit or second opinion on an issue. How do you find a good plumbing service that gives you everything you need the first time? Here are a few tips from us to help you during the selection process.
1) Ask friends and family for recommendations. One of the very best ways to get a solid recommendation for a service professional is to ask people you already trust who don’t have an investment on “selling” you a particular service. If you know someone who’s had to have plumbing work done on their own home, ask them who they went with and whether or not they liked them. The horror stories can tell you just as much about a company as the positive experiences!
2) Make a list and contact several companies before you choose. You can always open Google, run a search, and go with whichever company paid for a sponsored post at the top of the page. However, it’s in your best interests to do some research before you make a hire. Call around, talk to people on the phone, ask for estimates, and get a general feel for the business before you make your decision.
3) Check out online reviews, but don’t bet the farm on them. Online reviews are a very handy way to learn about the highs and lows of a business. They should give you a general idea of who you’ll be dealing with, but bear in mind that people who post online reviews tend to post only about exemplary experiences or horrible ones. There isn’t much in the way of middle ground there, and it’s fairly easy to throw a one-star review at a business because the reviewer was having a bad day and was already irritable. Use reviews to your advantage, but don’t make them your only avenue for a decision.
4) Meet with plumbing contractors if you can. You can learn a lot on a phone call with someone, but if you’re having major work done, you really should request a walk-through and estimate so you can meet the person who will be working on your home. Seeing how a plumber works in person will tell you more than speaking on the phone ever could.
5) Consider local independent companies whenever possible. Especially companies with longevity in the area. Finding plumbing services near me is easier when you look for local companies that exist in town, and if they’re independently operated, it makes it more likely that they’ll work hard to keep your business. Competition is high and independent businesses can give you an extra touch and may even offer special deals for first-time customers or people near their offices.
If you’re dealing with a plumbing emergency, you may not have time to go through all these steps, so we recommend doing this research up front so you have someone ready to go if the need arises. PECO Heating & Cooling provides plumbing services for South Carolina residents and we’d be happy to speak to you about our service.
