How to choose a plumber?

Usually intervening in the event of water leaks, the plumber can also redo the sanitary installations of a bathroom or install new equipment such as a boiler. This article discusses the selection criteria for choosing your plumber.



What you need to know about the plumber

The plumber performs a variety of functions including installation, maintenance, and repair of water, gas and fuel lines. Working for individuals, communities, companies or offices, he can be specialized in the field:

  • sanitation and drainage;

  • ventilation and air conditioning (solar pipes);

  • sanitary and takes care of the water parts (bathrooms or water, shower, kitchen, laundry room, etc.) as well as sanitary appliances (taps, pipes, drains, supplies, necessary connections, etc.);

  • aerothermal and geothermal heating (installation and maintenance of boilers, radiators, etc.).

  • Thus, choose your plumber according to the failures encountered and the work to be done. If the intervention of a sanitary installer is required in the event of a water leak, opt for the plumber for an electric tank failure. Also know that there are selection criteria for plumbing craftsmen . As a certified convenience store must be registered in the trades directory, it must in fact:

  • meet its commitments (cost and response time announced in advance);

  • analyze the problem before proposing the least expensive solution;

  • charge reasonable prices (travel costs, labor costs, etc.);

  • have the required equipment and intervene without modifying the aesthetics of the premises;

  • belong to an approved network such as Quality or UNCP;

  • draw up an estimate (detailing the cost of each service, the VAT rate and the period of validity of the offer) and an invoice for work the amount of which exceeds € 150;

  • have professional liability insurance as well as guarantees (ten-year, proper functioning and perfect completion);

  • offer interim solutions in an emergency (over the phone).

  • In addition, it is advisable to choose a plumber recommended by people around you. However, make sure the professional is an individual convenience store, as companies may change policies and staff.

  • Concerning the prices of the sanitary installer, they vary according to:

  • His experience ;

  • its geographical location (travel costs being included in the service);

  • any fixed rates (higher for emergency repairs).


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