Why you might need a plumber

In the age of YouTube how-to videos, it seems the world is full of have-a-go, home improvement heroes! There are however some tasks that you should leave to the professionals - plumbing being one of them. Whether it’s unblocking drains that’s on the agenda or a full bathroom refurb, hiring professional help is what we’d recommend, here’s why…

1. They have the expertise and experience

No matter how competent you are on the DIY front, getting the job done right is particularly important when it comes to your household plumbing. Our plumbers have the knowledge, experience, materials and tools to complete plumbing work of all types to the highest professional standard.

2. They can save you lots of time…

Time is very precious, so why spend it doing the plumbing tasks you’ve been putting off? By recruiting professional help courtesy of our search tool, you can use your time wisely doing more of the things you love!

3. …Not to mention, plenty of money!

While doing it yourself is one thing many people do to save money, taking on plumbing tasks without professional knowledge could backfire dramatically. Poor quality or quick plumbing fixes tend to go wrong very quickly, which could see you roping in a professional to help after all.

If said professional has to attend your property during the evening or at the weekend, you could pay inflated costs, plus their out-of-hours call out charge, to get a seemingly simple job done right.

4. They provide certain assurances

There are some plumbing tasks that should only be undertaken by a qualified professional. This includes but is not limited to boiler replacement, boiler servicing and repairs, gas safety inspections, and pipe relocations.

By law, any gas work must be carried out by an engineer who is registered and qualified to do the work. With this in mind, only a Gas Safe registered engineer can install, service, maintain or replace a gas boiler. Professional plumbing work also tends to be covered by warranties.

5. They can support you for the long haul

Our plumbers shouldn’t just be your go-to for emergency repairs, and big replacement jobs and refurbishments. With help from a trusted local plumber, you can get the support you need for the long term, preventing future plumbing issues that could cost you time and money.