Every homeowner or business owner have experienced plumbing issues unexpectedly. Some plumbing issues may be minor such as a leaky faucet or a clogged drain and you may try to remedy these issues yourself. Other times , the plumbing issues are more severe that require a professional plumber because the issue could cause significant damage if not addressed right away. Most plumbing problems all have in common is the need for a licensed and certified plumber to take care of the issue.

When you need to hire a plumber there are many ways for you to look into who the best plumber for the job is. You may check out a plumbing companies website or online advertisements.  A potential plumbing customer might determine a particular plumber is right for them by checking with the Better Business Bureau reviews of the business. One particular plumber might stand out against the others.

A business or homeowner might notice while checking out a plumber that some plumbers advertise themselves as licensed and certified, while other plumber might lack the credentials. Customers may wonder if it is beneficial to hire a licensed and certified professional for the job.

Getting an understanding of what it means to have a license and training certifications can help make you make an informed decision regarding who you should hire for the plumbing job.

Licenses and Certifications

License and Certification requirements for plumbers vary from state to state. A potential plumber may get their license and certifications from the state or local government agency. A license differs from a certification in that they are essentially what you need to work as a plumber. A plumbing license could involve completing a training or schooling program or serving an apprenticeship role for a specified period of time. The license establishes that they have the knowledge related to the job.

A certification is specific training for a particular expertise of plumbing. Professional plumbers are always getting more certifications with newer equipment and materials. Streamline Plumbing’s staff is licensed and certified in the Orange County area.

Once licensed , a plumber can work either as a master plumber or a journeyman, there are some differences between the two. A master plumber usually has more experience and training. They may be able to handle duties outside of what a journeyman may be able to do. On the other hand a journeyman is qualified to handle common plumbing issues , routine maintenance and basic installs of plumbing  jobs.

Some plumbing jobs are simple, a lot of homeowners may try to tackle the smaller jobs themselves in an effort to save money. A leaky faucet or a clogged drain might be jobs that a homeowner might taker on. But hiring a licensed professional plumber like Streamline Plumbing will ensure the job is done right.

If you decide to take another route and hire an unlicensed plumber it could result in a situation where the work may need to be redone or it could be disastrous.  Certain states have specific laws about licensed professionals and protecting their residents from untrained plumbers. For example it is illegal in California for an unlicensed plumber to accept any job over $500.

You should always consider hiring a licensed, certified plumber for all your plumbing jobs. Understanding the potential benefits of hiring a licensed plumber might sway a homeowner into making the right decision.

Preforming the proper work

You really never know what the plumbing problem could be, it may be more complicated than first thought.  A general repairman or general contractor might have some knowledge of basic plumbing but you want the job done right.  A professional plumber might the only one with knowledge of specific services and tools that comes with specific training and certifications.

We see it all the time , a non-licensed plumber taking shortcuts that a master plumber would not. The result is work that is less the quality and may need to have a licensed plumber come and repair the job the unlicensed plumber did in the first place. This can cost you more time and money than if you hired a professionally licensed plumber in the first place.

Experience

A professional plumbing service will highlight the years of professional plumbing experience they have. This experience and on the job training instill the training and prepares the plumber with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to handle their job duties. Years of experience are gained from working as a journeyman and apprentice for years before becoming a master plumber.

A repair business may make a claim with a number of years of experience but it might be unknown to the potential customer how many actual plumbing jobs the repairman did over the years. The plumbing jobs they might have done might be minor compared to the other work thy have done over the years.

A professional plumber will come with references and years of experience that a potential customer can review before making a decision. Streamline Plumbing has over 25 years of experienced in Orange County, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and Laguna Beach.

Safety Matters

Safety is the major concern for a licensed plumber. Plumbing jobs can be hazardous due to unforeseen circumstances like a gas leak that could cause an explosion, or electrical equipment located close to a water source that could cause an electrical fire.  An non-licensed plumber might lack the knowledge.

Timeliness and Efficiency

As a homeowner or a business you would like the job done right and on time. Some plumbing jobs may take time based on the difficulty of the job. Even of the job is difficult the job should be done as efficiently as possible. A licensed plumber will have enough experience to know what the job entails and go directly to work on that particular job.

A job that is not done in an efficient manner could cause delays and cost the customer more money and time in the long run.

Insurance

A licensed and certified professional plumber will carry insurance for any liability issue that may arise. If something happens while the professional plumber is working like damage to the property while working their liability insurance will cover the damages. A worker who does not have insurance will force the the injured party to sue to recover damages, or the injured party will have to cover the damages themselves.

Streamline Plumbing is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company. We offer free estimates and second opinions on all plumbing jobs. Streamline Plumbing is available 24/7 with emergency services for all of Orange County.