Whether it's a leaky faucet or a sewer line replacement, these questions help you hire with confidence.
- Are you licensed in Texas, and what is your license number? Verify it at tsbpe.texas.gov.
- Who will actually do the work, and what license do they hold?
- Are your technicians paid commission?
- What is the service call fee, and does it apply to the repair?
- Can I get the total price in writing before work starts?
- Does this job need a permit, and will you pull it?
- Are you insured?
- What warranty do you offer on parts and labor?
- For bigger jobs: have you camera-inspected or located the problem, or is this an estimate based on a guess?
- What are my options? A good plumber will explain repair vs. replace and let you decide.
Red flags
- Pressure to decide on the spot
- No written price
- Vague answers about who does the work
- Quoting a big repair without diagnosing the problem first
Our answers
- Texas Master Plumber License M-44120
- Licensed master plumbers do the work
- No commissioned salespeople
- $49 service call
- Available 24/7