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1. Licensure

All plumbers need to be properly licensed according to their state guidelines. Don't take this for granted and assume that any plumber you hire has proper licensure. Make sure it's valid, which includes not being expired.

The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency offers licensing information for numerous plumbing positions. These include apprentice plumbers, journeyman plumbers, plumbing contractors, plumbing corporations, and plumbing apprentice schools.

One of the best companies for researching businesses is based in Indianapolis. Angie's List has a handy license check tool, which lets you select by state and profession/trade. This then takes you to the Indiana state government website, where you can fill out the form.

Ask any plumber you're potentially working with for their licensing information, including their license number.

Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air has fully trained and licensed plumbers, able to tackle any number of plumbing issues, for homes and businesses alike.

2. Reputation

A plumber needs to have a good reputation to be worth hiring. They should speak highly of themselves, of course, but you should also solicit other's opinions.

Begin by asking around, from friends who've recently had plumbing work done around their home, to business owners who've had their pipes unclogged.

See who they hired and ask important questions, such as how they decided to hire them and what they did and didn't like about their service.
Make a list of qualifications you're looking for in a plumber and compare this to their responses.

Other contracting professionals can be very helpful in your research. Talk with building developers, construction managers, and others with plumbers in their Rolodex. They should have at least a few names to recommend.

3. Reviews

Your plumber should have many positive reviews to refer to. These should include recent ones so that you know they're continually producing quality work. Ask for reference information for their last several clients, and reach out to them promptly.

Look at online reviews as well. This should be more than just looking for high star ratings.

Take the time to really look at the reviews, including the negative ones. A few low ratings might give you pause, but if you read the reviews closely, you might realize that what's an issue for one client might not be an issue for you.

No plumber is going to have unanimous approval among their clients, but they should have more plusses than minuses in their reviews. Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air plumbers have a great reputation and great reviews to back this up.

4. Experience

Finding a good plumber can mean different things depending on the task. If you have a modest task, like a running toilet or a drain that needs snaking, you could hire an apprentice or a recently licensed plumber.

However, you might have a more arduous project, like replacing all of the pipes in a business. In this case, you'll need to find someone with a lot more experience.

Browse the plumber's site to see what kind of projects they've tackled before, as well as positive testimonials from their clients. Ask them for an outline for how they'll handle your project. They should be able to clearly articulate their plan, explaining things in layperson's terms while affirming their expertise.

Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air plumbers have both experience and expertise. Our plumbers are comfortable with all kinds of situations and stay up-to-date on the latest industry developments, such as the increase in smart plumbing technology.

5. Equipment

Your plumber still needs to have quality equipment at their disposal and know how to use them. Not only is this important for getting the job done successfully, but it's also important for their safety, as well as your own.

Plumbing can get a little messy, but plumbers should still exhibit organizational skills and general cleanliness. If you hear that a plumber is sloppy and doesn't clean up after themselves, steer clear of them.

At Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air, our plumbers prioritize organization. They stay on-task and commit every step of the way. We strive to make a good impression on both a personal and professional level.

When you need a plumber, you might feel a little desperate and even more stressed. You'll do anything to take care of your pipes and drains. However, that could mean hiring the wrong plumber.

We made this guide so you can know what to look for in a plumber before hiring them. These qualities include:

• Up-to-date licensure

• Proper experience

• Strong reputation/reviews

• Quality equipment

• Insurance

• Clear pricing

• Honesty

• Availability

• Guarantee

It doesn't take very long to find this information out. Once you have it, you can feel so much less stressed about whatever plumbing project you need accomplished.

What We Can Do For You

At Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air, we don't like to rush things. We're efficient, but we're also caring. We strive to create a sense of camaraderie with all of our clients.

In addition to fixing your plumbing issues, we also offer pointers on how you can avoid further problems, such as:

• Not putting anything down the toilet that doesn't belong there (e.g., paper towels, tampons)

• Not putting clogging threats like fats, rice, coffee grounds, and pasta in garbage disposal

• Not using too much drain cleaner, which can wear down and crack pipes

• Not letting hair and soap clog drain

• Not pouring hot water down the toilet

Let's Get the Job Done

Whether your plumbing job takes two hours or two weeks, Indianapolis 1-800-Plumber +Air is here for you. We have an amazing team of trained plumbers with plenty of accolades. Call us today at [number] so we can get you set up with the right plumber.

Refer to this guide throughout the process, from beginning to end. You deserve the best treatment when looking for plumbers in Indianapolis, and we want to be there for you.