How can I check the quality of a plumber’s work?

To check the quality of a plumber's work, read customer reviews and ratings on platforms like MyBuilder for insights on reliability and professionalism. You can also ask the plumber for references or examples of previous projects.

How do I choose a reputable plumber?

Look for a plumber with solid experience and good communication skills. They should provide clear, upfront pricing, including any potential additional costs, before starting the job.

How do I know if my plumber is insured?

It's important to hire a plumber with insurance to protect yourself from accidents or damage to your property during the job. Ask the plumber for proof of insurance or check their website or profile. Many plumbers are covered by public liability insurance, which covers accidental damage or injury while working in your home.

Do plumbers near me charge call-out fees?

Many plumbers charge a call-out fee for coming to your property, which is usually applied to the total cost of the job if they carry out work. The fee can range from £50 to £100, depending on the plumber and the time of day. Be sure to ask about call-out charges when booking to avoid any surprises.

Do I need a plumber for all types of plumbing issues?

While plumbers handle a majority of tasks like drain cleaning, pipework, and boiler maintenance, more specialised tasks, such as electrical work or gas fitting, may require additional professionals. Always check if the plumber has the right expertise for your job.

Are warranties or guarantees common for plumbing work?

Yes, plumbers often provide guarantees for their work, ensuring repairs or installations meet quality standards. Always ask about warranties before hiring.

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Daniel
Rating: 1 out of 5
Training plumbing and gas engineer who is also capable of a wide range of jobs no matter how small
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Handyman- 10 May 2022
We are extremely disappointed with Daniel. Initially communication was good and Daniel seemed pleasant. He said he could do the work we asked for and we agreed a price. We were quite happy at this stage and were just waiting for Daniel to make arrangements with his contracts manager as to when he could begin the work. Sadly, this is the last contact we had with Daniel, despite sending him messages on various media. Needless to say we are very unhappy and disappointed and feel completely let down. He didn’t even have the courtesy to reply. We’ve now had the work done by someone else who did a great job and didn’t let us down. We will not use ‘My Builder’ site again after this complete let down; it doesn’t reflect well on your website.
Nowlan Plumbing & Heating Solutions LTD
Rating: 1 out of 5
(new to my builder. Years of experience and reviews on checkatrade) Hi I’m Kieron, Owner and founder of Nowlan Plumbing&Heating Solutions LTD (NPHS) Based in Colchester, providing professional services in Essex, Suffolk and surrounding areas. FULLY INSURED. Friendly,reliable and quick. 24hr service and years of experience, we cover all aspects of plumbing to the highest standard.
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Central Heating- 4 Mar 2022
I hired, paid £75 call out charge. The issue wasn't fixed, and my requests for further attention have been ignored so far. I was told the call out charge would be offset against any further charges to repair, but I'm not receiving any further service to enable that potential offset. Either come and fix the problem (ideally), or give me my money back. Don't just ignore my messages. I await to n be amazed!!
Alnwick professional property services
Rating: 1 out of 5
Professional and respectful services for all your property needs.Fully insured. Kitchen refits to putting shelves up,no job too small. Member of elite tilers for all your tiling requirements. Leaking taps to leaking radiators Fence and shed erecting
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Kitchen Fitting- 11 Feb 2022
He gave me the impression that this was the first time he had carried out such a task. After damaging two new worktops he left for the day. The next day he texted me to say he would not be returning due to mental illness and had been told to rest by his doctor. I continued to complete the job myself.
R S Hirst building and maintenance
Rating: 1 out of 5
We take on any job no job too big or too small, we like to make it a happy and stress free experience
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Bathroom Fitting- 25 Aug 2022
Do not use this person. If you do, your bathroom will be ruined just like mine. He did a half-arsed job and covered my entire house in dust and damaged my paintwork. Incredibly unprofessional, unreliable and not a good bathroom fitter.
Robert Tomlinson
Rating: 1 out of 5
Hi, my trade is plumbing and I have worked in maintenance for 22 years. I am honest, reliable and good at my job. I can fit kitchens, bathrooms, paint and decorate and carry out any handyman jobs you may need doing.
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Handyman- 19 Jan 2022
Agreed price and start date for project. He cancelled this job, with approximately 55 mins notice, due to his child being ill which was totally understandable.. Rearranged for new start date and he cancelled on that too with 6mins notice before he was due to start..He then decided he couldn't go forward with the job any longer. I tried to phone, but no answer... I already bought material ready for the project. This is not how a professional should behave like...
m j warwick plumbing and heating and drainage
Rating: 1 out of 5
Welcome My Name is Matt. I take huge pride in my work I do, whether that’s your pipes above ground or your drains flowing underground. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions regarding any work that you need undertaking.
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Plumbing- 22 Mar 2021
Sorry, unable to contact to get the job finished which he was given. He completed one job for me but when I asked for an invoice he asked me what an invoice was??!! Really not a good service, so helpful initially but now am very dis-satisfied.
Rickners Multi Trade LTD
Rating: 1 out of 5
We are specialists in heating, boilers and bespoke bathrooms. We can save our clients lots of time and money by doing multiple trades via our team. Rickners Multi Trade has been providing pristine workmanship since 1952.
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Bathroom Fitting- 2 Mar 2022
Ronnie’s workmanship is extremely poor. I gave him the benefit of the doubt when he flooded the downstairs of my house requiring the entire ground floor to need to be renovated, ceiling collapsed etc whilst completing the bathroom work but I have since been further disappointed by his lack of contact despite saying the work had a two year guarantee. He would not provide his insurance details and took no responsibility for the leak despite being in the house alone whilst completing the work while I was away. The walls are cracking in multiple places, the tiles are fitted wonky and bumpy on the floor and walls, grout is cracked, taps and fittings are cheap quality. This also overran taking more than 6 weeks when originally quoted 2 -3 weeks. Other workmen that have come to fix the issues Ronnie has caused are shocked at the way the bathroom has been completed and the lack of attention to detail and care, especially given the £6K plus price point. I feel robbed and scammed and will be pursuing this via the small claims court DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY CANNOT BE TRUSTED
JMS plumbing and heating
Rating: 1 out of 5
Level 3 qualified plumbing and heating company Public liability insured Get involved in all plumbing and heating jobs with 5 years experience
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Plumbing- 13 May 2021
The main job was to rectify a shower valve from which I could not get cold water, when Joe arrived to quote he did not test the valve just assumed that it needed replacing which would have entailed removing and replacing four wall tiles. Later I tried the valve again and got it to work, providing both hot and cold water. The small jobs were nearly completed, they brought an incorrect shower hose, I was informed that a new one would be ordered and fitted when available. Like a good customer I paid the full bill on time. Two weeks later I have not heard from them. I have now purchased the correct hose and fitted it myself
Kdk Electric
Rating: 1 out of 5
This Is a family business and we are all full qualified electricians and heating engineers working to the highest standards, covering all aspects of electrical work from Eicr’s to rewires and boiler installs
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Electrical- 20 Mar 2023
Was disappointed with the finish and still to date has not returned to fix the brick broken from the wall while he was drilling that he promise to repair.
LR Property Maintenance Ltd
Rating: 1 out of 5
LR Property has been going since April 2020 and we have over 6 years experience in all aspects of general maintenance and repair and refit work. Main areas of focus for us at LR Property is Plumbing and Bathroom Refits from start to finish. Why hire more than one person to do a bathroom when we can complete from start to finish including tiling and carpentry. We aim to provide a good turnaround time for our jobs maintaining a high standard finish throughout using high end materials.
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Bathroom Fitting- 29 Jun 2021
I employed Luke as a fitter for my bathroom. Up until yesterday I believed he was actually a good tradesman. Started on June 7th supposed to be a weeks work. floor had to be replaced, which I paid extra for and pipework refitted cos it was old. However after that work was slow. Thursday few hours work also. on Friday Informed us he had another job to start on the Monday and would try and fit us in next week sometime. We had no toilet, no shower no bath he came on the Thursday did some work Left as the match was on,all day on the Saturday with his mate. Informed us that he could not finish the job there was a leak he was going on holiday next week and to get someone else in, he would knock a couple if hundred off the job. I never had that before. On the Sunday asked me to wait a week he would fix it on the weekend next and sent me an invoiceI paid it waited, he came Sunday 27 June 20 days from starting job after 10 minutes said sorry I can't do it, you need it's a soldering job and I can't get to it. I have had to pay a plumber today, who has told me and showed us loose the fittings were, the pipe that needed soldering was cut too short anyway and turned the water on and there was a leak behind the shower, which we suspected all along and that is why he never grouted or fitted the screen. never had a plumber not finish a job before and the expensive tiles I bought are fitted uneven as well Very poor work and in other people's opinion a bad worker.
N S Plumbing Services
Rating: 1 out of 5
New Plumbing and Heating company based in Bexley. Efficient reliable and competitively priced service. With almost 10 years experience working for various companies I have decided to go out on my own. Please feel free to contact me for a free no obligation quote from anything from a dripping tap to a brand new house build and everything in between. With partners at local suppliers we are specialists in bespoke bathroom installs that can be designed to meet your every need
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Plumbing- 2 Aug 2021
We've been trying to reach nicholas for more than a week and can't get any response. He's taken the money and run away. Although work is almost complete but: 1. He did not return the house keys. 2. He has a leaking radiator unfixed 3. He has not finished radiator balancing work. This means we'll have to get another trade person to finish the work and change our house keys for the rental property.
A&D
Rating: 1 out of 5
Bathroom fitter,Painting,Laminate,Wallpaper,plumbing, electrical installation
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Bathroom Fitting- 12 Apr 2019
Firstly I am sorry to leave this review. The job deliver was shocking. I should have got someone with good reviews before hiring you. I got desperate for a builder. I had to get someone else to fix errors done. Doesn’t turn up as agreed, when he does turn up, he is in rush. I Don’t like leaving bad reviews but i had to. I think this is not a trade you should be into. I do wish you the best in the future, but different trade. Expensive lesson.
Lakes Plumbing and Heating Ltd
Rating: 1 out of 5
I have a wealth of knowledge right across the board from the design to fit of all types of bathrooms working on some prestigious jobs across the Lake District. Working with the best local suppliers to secure the best products your job will run without hesitation. Coupling this is the range of other services for all your gas needs and the renewable technologies keeping you warm.
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Bathroom Fitting- 26 Sep 2023
The shower room is fabulous because of where we bought it but the original quote did not include VAT. We had already said that we were above the top end of the budget & at no point did he point out this did not include VAT. So when the bill came it was £2,500 over our original quote. Gareth only fitted the shower & tiles everything else was done by other guys. Bad customer service. I am only doing this now as so upset & angry at the time that extra was our holiday spending money !!
S&L Building and Groundwork Services Ltd
Rating: 1 out of 5
We are a multi trade company specialising in groundwork, landscaping, property renovation and extensions and plumbing and heating services. We have a wealth of experience and are fully gas registered.
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Plumbing- 13 Feb 2021
Steve turned up for job. Didn't fix problem. Let me down by not returning next day or replying and also left his rod stuck in my out side pipe which was removed by additional plumber today who fixed my issue today. Poor service
ADLsolutions
Rating: 1 out of 5
Hi my name is Daniel I am a heating Ventalation and refrigeration engineer with 10 years experience working on domestic and commercial property’s
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Plumbing- 23 Dec 2020
Daniel started the job, got the wrong size taps, told the tenant he would be back to replace with new ones. She never heard from him again. I have left messages but had no response either. He has left her with the bath panel off and no taps on. Hopefully I will find someone else to do the job properly
S.T Property Services
Rating: 1 out of 5
A family run business that specialises in Boilers/Central Heating, Bathrooms, Kitchens, General Plumbing and Carpentry. We are also experienced in complete home renovations. Our experienced courteous staff will ensure the customer is always left with minimal disruption possible and deliver the highest quality service.
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Don’t even bother to call him or let him provide you a quote because he will never show up on the job day. He is totally unprofessional and even will not be bothered to pick up your call after have given you the quote. I declined others quote for him and shame that he turned me down unprofessionally without even telling me anything. I had to go to London but I postponed the plan because of him but he even did not show and gesture of goodwill or courtesy. I would never recommend him for any job even if he is doing it for free. Very disappointed..