Would you agree that there is value in having a local plumbing company you can count on? Whether that be for routine services, complex projects or even emergency situations, it can definitely be helpful to have a trusted plumber to handle any plumbing job that may arise. For those of you who are familiar with our plumbing blog, you likely know that we routinely talk about topics that can help homeowners and facility managers better understand the ins and outs of their plumbing system. Not only will this help you in maintaining the system (thus limiting the occurrences of future issues), but it will also be useful in knowing what to look for in the event that a problem does arise.
As highlighted with the opening paragraph, it can be a major asset to have a local plumbing pro to call in times of need. Whether that be a small shop or a large company, their ability to provide honest pricing, consistent workmanship and timely service will be invaluable. Here at Stine-Nichols Plumbing, we provide services all throughout the Kansas City area and many of the surrounding cities, including Olathe, Overland Park, Parkville, Liberty, Lee’s Summit and so on. When it comes to finding a team of plumbers that Olathe homeowners, Overland Park businesses and those living in any other city in the KC metro area can count on, there are a few things you can do to find the perfect fit. Throughout this week’s blog post, we’ll discuss just that!
Ask Friends and Family
As can be said about hiring any other home services contractor, a great starting place in finding a reliable option will involve asking friends and family for referrals. Having a company recommended by someone you know and trust can definitely give you the peace of mind that the company will provide quality services. Especially if you’ve never had to previously hire a plumbing company for a project, it can be a little overwhelming scrolling through the countless pages of local companies. All in all, to start your process of finding a plumber for your next project, any referrals from friends and family can be a worthwhile place to start!
Do Your Own Research
Did you recently move to a new area? If so, you may not have the luxury of having nearby family members to ask for plumber recommendations. In this case, you may have to conduct your own due diligence in order to find a reputable contractor. Fortunately, with the digital age we live in nowadays, this isn’t going to involve randomly picking names out of the phone book. Simply by searching for plumbers in your area, you can see reviews (which can always be telling of a company’s quality of work), check out their website to see services offered (this should be fairly consistent across companies, but that’s not always the case) and even view their social media pages (chances are they’ll have examples of past projects they’ve completed). Simply put, you can learn a lot about the professionalism of a company before even giving them a call.
Let’s take this point one step further. Say you have a specific thing you’re needing completed and want to make sure it’s done flawlessly. Take a water softener installation, for example. As you can imagine, every water softener system is a little different (and there are quite a few out there). Having a plumbing pro with experience installing (and maintaining) that particular brand of water softener will ensure everything goes according to plan and also that they’re able to answer any questions you may have. Here at Stine-Nichols Plumbing, our team has installed more than a few systems made by NuvoH2O, which makes water softeners and filtration systems. Having extensive experience with their products, we can help steer customers in the right direction of which system makes most sense for a particular home/commercial facility and also answer questions about future maintenance too.
In the end, doing your own research can be worth the time in finding a local plumbing company for your next project.
Get an Estimate First
Plumbing projects come in all shapes and sizes. Some can be completed relatively quickly with a short service call, while others might take a few hours (or even days). Depending on which type of project you’re tackling, the answer to this question can vary. For instance, say you just need a few small things fixed, like a running toilet and dripping faucet. With something like this, you’re likely looking at an hourly rate by a local plumbing company. However, say you’re trying to complete a larger project like a sewer line repair or water heater installation. With projects like these, you’ll want to get an estimate first before hiring a particular company. And if that estimate seems much higher than you initially anticipated, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to get an estimate from another company too. Regardless of what the project entails, knowing the pricing structure ahead of time is definitely a smart move!
Ask Other Trades
Our next topic of discussion is likely more prevalent in the commercial/construction world, but is nonetheless also applicable for the residential side of things too. Just as friends and family can be viewed as a reliable resource for recommendations, the same can be said about those working in other service trades. The reason for this is the fact that they may have experience working with plumbing professionals on past projects. A couple potential examples of this would be electricians and carpenters. For commercial facilities, you may already have a contact in these different fields, which is why we mentioned this point being more relevant in the commercial world. However, for residential clients, you may not have ever needed a plumber before, but that might not necessarily be the case with electrical or carpentry companies. All in all, if you have a trusted electrician, carpenter or other tradesmen, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to inquire about whether or not they have a recommended plumber!
Need a Team of Professional Plumbers for Your Olathe Home? Give Stine-Nichols Plumbing a Call!
As we mentioned in the opening section, there is definitely an advantage in having a local plumbing company that you can trust to handle all types of plumbing projects. Installing water heaters, repairing toilets, remodeling bathrooms, cleaning drains, you name it! And while there are quite a few plumbing contractors out there (especially in bigger cities like Kansas City), there are different ways in which you can find one perfect for your home or commercial facility. Throughout this week’s blog post, we highlighted just a few of these possible ways, so we hope this will streamline your search!
If you live in or near the Kansas City, Olathe, Lee’s Summit or Liberty areas, our team at Stine-Nichols Plumbing would be thrilled to have the opportunity to earn your trust and become your go-to plumber. Our team works throughout the KC metro area and are able to tackle any plumbing project out there. To speak with a member of our team and request a free estimate, you’re welcome to give us a call at (816) 348-3481 or fill out the form HERE.