We can all agree that “Do It Yourself” (DIY) plumbing is generally never a good idea. Most wannabe plumbers have ended up causing more damage to the plumbing, and instead of saving money, they have ended up spending more. The reason most people attempt plumbing DIY is that they think plumbers charge too much for their efforts.
Let’s have a look at how plumbers determine what they are going to charge for a job so that you can fully understand plumbing repair costs.
There are a few factors that any plumber will take into consideration before giving you an estimate. One of the main factors will be the size of the job. The cost will vary between a small, medium and large plumbing job, but how will you know the difference?
A small plumbing job will obviously cost you the least. Here are some characteristics of a small plumbing job:
A medium plumbing job will cost you more than a small plumbing job, but less than a large one. There are some major differences between a small and medium plumbing job:
A large plumbing job will cost more than a small or medium job, and an accurate assessment will need to be carried out before any plumber will give you an estimate. Some characteristics of a large plumbing job are:
There are numerous other costs, some unexpected, that will add to your total plumbing repair bill. Plumbers do their best to provide you with an accurate estimate but various factors often add to the final amount. Here are a few “hidden” costs to bear in mind:
Any plumbing repair comes at a cost, but there are ways to keep the costs as low as possible while ensuring the job is professionally done.
At Art Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electric we are fully licensed and insured and our motto is “To always be there when you need us.” so contact us for all your plumbing needs big or small.