5 Things You Should Ask YourPlumbing Contractor

Ask Before You Hire

• Small leaks announce themselves before they matter. What did you find upstream of the wet spot?
• The pipe material tells you whether this is a repair or the first of many. What's in the walls here, and how old?
• Water travels along framing before it shows on a ceiling. How far has this already gone?
• Re-pipes, water heaters, and drain line replacements need permits. Which does this trigger, and who pulls it?
• If the repair fails in six months, whose warranty covers the wall it soaked? What's the term on labor versus parts?

Verify yourself: Florida plumbing requires a CFC licensed contractor. Confirm the license, plus current liability and workers' compensation.