subject: Plumbers Handle More Than Leaky Pipes [print this page] Many people associate the need for professional plumbers with a flooded basement or a leaky faucet. A plumbing business, however, can also assist you with heating and cooling issues, gas line maintenance, and installation of new systems as well as the traditional clogged or leaky pipes and emergency repairs.
Of course, plumbing issues are the bread and butter of these businesses, and their expertise is in this area. Many people do not encounter a plumber until they face emergency issues such as flooding, clogging or broken pipes. The majority of these companies provide 24 hour emergency service and on-call plumbers and electricians to come to your home whenever you may have an issue. This work, especially if there is extensive damage, could be costly. It is best to determine which local company you can trust before such an emergency occurs.
Professional plumbing companies often sell, repair and maintain home heating and cooling systems as well. Most homes are heated with either furnaces or boilers. While furnaces heat air, boilers heat water, which creates steam that is used to heat the home. The steam is carried through pipes and steam radiators, while the hot air is carried through the house via baseboard radiator or floor systems. Cooling systems are crucial for those areas of the country with intense heat many months of the year. Many businesses provide complete A/C units, installation and maintenance. The cleaning of your AC unit will ensure that the cool air flows through your home to keep you and your family comfortable.
Some plumbing companies also have a licensed electrician on staff. Electricians can assist in the installation of heating or cooling units as well as provide expertise during a remodel of your home or repair of a faulty light switch. These electricians are also incredibly important if you do find yourself in a large-scale emergency, such as a flood, as they can help you prevent fire hazards before they start. Choosing a plumbing company that has an electrician on staff makes it easy to work with the business you trust for many different types of repairs or additions to your home all at once.
Though plumbers are traditionally associated with kitchen sinks and toilets, there are many more services that professional plumbing companies often provide. Asking for referrals from friends or family and reading reviews of local companies online can help you decide which business to rely on, whether you're dealing with a flood in your basement or need a heating or cooling system installed in your home.
