What do Your Plumbing Costs Say About The Work?
Unfortunately, plumbing problems are a part of life--no matter where you live, there eventually will be a need for a plumber. Any type of repair service, whether it is electrical, plumbing, or air conditioning is going to come at a cost.
Because these services aren’t needed on a daily basis, it can be hard to gauge which company is offering the best service at the right price. With this said, find the middle of the road. A price that is extremely low is typically offered by a plumber with no licensing or shoddy craftsmanship.
Oppositely, a price that is higher than all others is typically indicative of a plumbing company that is dishonest. We’re going to tell you what to expect when hiring for a few simple jobs, keep reading for more information!
Costs to Repair Leaky Pipes
When you find out that there is a leak in a pipe, you need to have it fixed ASAP. Although they might not be noticeable at first, a leaky pipe can cause water damage and mold growth.
Water damage can be quite costly to fix, but mold can cost you your health (mold is also not easy or cheap to get rid of.) Typically, a pipe can be affordable to repair, however, the cost of repairing the drywall and labor will add to this bill.
At Oliver’s Plumbing, we use flat-rate pricing, so the cost is based on the job, not the time spent working on it. This means one less cost you have to worry about and you’ll also know the entire price of the project before we even begin!
Clogged Drains: More Annoying Than Costly
Clogged drains happen in every household, no matter how careful each family member is about what is allowed into the sinks, at some point you will need a drain cleaning.
Unfortunately, these problems are more than just slow draining sinks and tubs. They can lead to low water pressure, overflowing toilets, and even cracked pipes.
Often, people will purchase drain snakes or chemical drain cleaners at a hardware store and attempt to remove the clog with one or both of these options. This gets an A for effort, but not much else because improperly used drain snakes can damage pipes and chemical drain cleaner is bad for the environment, dangerous for people, and can damage plumbing.
When you call a plumber to clear a clogged drain, chances are he will attempt to snake it first. This is a great option when used by a professional and the clog is near the surface of the drain. If the clog cannot be removed by a drain snake, he may recommend hydro jetting services to physically break down the blockage impeding the flow of water. The price of this service varies depending on the severity of the clog and the type of drain.
Don’t Ignore That Dripping Noise
The constant drip of a faucet may seem like it’ll add a few dollars to your water bill and be a minor annoyance. However, this is just the beginning of the problem.
A dripping faucet left unrepaired can cause it to be replaced sooner than usual and can cause mold and mildew to grow.
Again, mold and mildew are not easy or cheap to get rid of, so this should be a huge consideration.
