We get our share of do-it-yourselfers here in Havertown, PA, and when plumbing problems arise, it can be tempting to attempt to fix them yourself. In all but the mildest cases, this can be a huge mistake. Professional plumbers have access to skills and resources that the average layman doesn’t, and the potential downside of an attempted DIY repair job can easily swamp whatever savings you’re hoping to incur. Here are some very good reasons to never attempt plumbing repairs yourself.
Training
Even the most diligent do-it-yourselfer likely hasn’t seen the problem in question more than a handful of times at the most, which can blunt efficiency when attempting repairs. Trained plumbers, on the other hand, routinely deal with a wide variety of problems and may have been handling yours on a weekly basis. That gives him or her experience in dealing with it the right way, devoid of trial and error.
Equipment
High-end plumbing equipment such as hydro jetting systems and snakes with rotating heads is very expensive, and for most homeowners won’t be used more than a scant handful of times. But again, plumbers use such equipment as a normal part of their operations, and will quickly bring it to bear to solve any of your problems. It makes for a faster and more effective operation.
Insurance
Plumbers are fully licensed and bonded, and their operations are often covered by insurance. Reliable ones will usually provide estimates up front, so you know exactly how much the operation is going to cost. If you conduct repairs yourself, on the other hand, any additional damage incurred is on your head, and in the worst cases you may suffer injuries that no one is going to cover but you.
Trust the pros at WM Henderson, Inc. to handle all your plumbing service calls!