Friday, December 11, 2015

Talking to your Plumber

If you need to call a plumber for plumbing repair at your Stewartville home, it can sometimes be intimidating. You may be dealing with a flooded basement, sewer backup or other type of mess. You may also be worried about what it will take to repair the damage. There are some things you can do to help facilitate the plumbing repair process. One of the best ways is clear communication with your plumber about what is going on and what caused the problem.


When the plumber first arrives, begin by giving him some background on the problem and the reason why you called for plumbing repair. Some information you can share includes the following: when you first noticed the problem, if it has gotten progressively worse, if you’ve tried any repairs on your own, how old the broken or damaged plumbing fixture or appliance is (if you know), who installed the plumbing appliance and if they were a professional plumber or do-it-yourselfer.

Maybe you don’t have a plumbing problem, but you are calling a plumber to help with a bathroom or kitchen remodel. In this case, clear communication is just as important. A professional from Gander Plumbing can help advise you on aspects of your remodeling project that you may be unsure about. For example, you may want a new dishwasher since you are updating your kitchen, but you are not sure what kind or brand to purchase. We can provide suggestions on the type of dishwasher that will meet your family’s needs. Most of the dishwashers on the market today are water- and energy-efficient, which means you can save money on your water and electric bills.

You also want to communicate what you need from us during the remodeling project. Do you need new pipes or existing ones moved? Maybe you need us to install bathroom or kitchen fixtures. We can help install plumbing appliances like a garbage disposal or a new toilet. Just be sure you let us know what you need us to do, and we can take care of it!

These are just a few suggestions on ways you can talk with your plumber. Good communication helps us know what you want and expect, and it helps us do the plumbing repair or plumbing installation job to your satisfaction.


Would you like to learn more about plumbing repair in Stewartville and surrounding areas? Call Gander Plumbing at 507-282-7540 or contact us and Schedule an Appointment.