Friday, October 18, 2013

Need a plumber?

How To Make Sure You're Hiring The Right Plumber


 

Atlanta PlumberIf you are looking at hiring a plumber for your home, it is very important for you to make sure you are bringing in the right professional. With so many different plumbers in Atlanta, it is far too easy to fall for the wrong individual and bring in someone who is not going to give you the very best services and quality of product that you are looking for. This is exactly why you need to make sure you're hiring the right plumber in Atlanta. By doing this, you can rest assured that you are going to end up having the highest quality service, without worrying about whether they are doing the job correctly or not.


For starters, when looking into plumbers you must know if the plumber is licensed and insured. If they are not licensed in the area than you need to look elsewhere. Likewise, the insured aspect is very important as well. If they are not insured than if damage occurs during the replacement and repair process, you might be stuck with the bill. This is the last thing you want to have to deal with and it is very important for you to know whether or not you can count on them covering expenses that they run into.
Next, consider word of mouth. Chances are you are going to know some individuals who have worked with plumbers in the past. Ask them if they would recommend the plumbers or if they would go with someone else. Sometimes word of mouth recommendations are the best you can receive. 
Ask for contacts from the plumber. A quality plumber is going to stand by their work and they are going to have recommendations from individuals that they have worked at before. If they are not willing to provide this information than you need to go to another service provider. You also need to look into the plumbing service and make sure they have a money back guarantee. Should your plumbing still fail, you don't want to end up sitting around and having to pay for it to be fix again, even though you already did.
Are you looking for a reliable residential plumber in the Atlanta area? Call us at 404-753-9191 and schedule a service call today!

Friday, October 11, 2013

Signs That Your Sump Pump Might Need Maintenance

Does your sump pump need maintenance?


 

Atlanta Sump Pump Most homes have a sump pump in them. They are not often thought of by owners until they are causing the owners grief, time and money. Sump pump problems can be costly to fix but saves homeowners time and money when they are noticed early. Owners should conduct regular checks of the sump pump. This helps owners ensure if their sump pumps are working properly or not.


There are a few signs that a sump pump may need maintenance. One sign of a potential sump pump problem is odor. If a smell is coming from the area where the pump is located, there may be issues with it. This smell is often associated with mold and mildew. This mold and mildew can cause damage to the home and be detrimental to the health of the inhabitants in the home.
Another sign of sump pump malfunction is basement flooding. This can cause costly damage to the home. The pump is supposed to prevent such a catastrophe from happening. If the sump pump is not equipped with a backup battery, that can also cause a problem. The sump pump can be out, and the home is subjected to water damage if it is flooded.
Sounds coming from a sump pump may indicate a problem as well. Sump pumps usually operate without making noise. They are supposed to run quietly. If the sump pump is making noise, it may have a jam or clog in it that is causing the noise. If loud noises are noticed coming from the pump, there's a high chance that the sump pump is having some mechanical problems and needs immediate attention.
If any of the above problems occur, the sump pump needs to be looked at by a professional as soon as possible. It is best to take care of these issues as soon as possible to avoid even more costly issues from arising. Continue regular checks of the sump pump on a monthly basis. Even if the problem seems minor, do not hesitate to seek a professional's opinion. Issues that seem minor may come to be revealed as a major issue.
Is the sump pump in your Atlanta home acting up? Call us at 404-753-9191 and schedule a service call today!