7 Questions to Ask Before a Plumber Starts Work

Ask these before any pipe is cut, so you know the cost, the cause and what happens if the leak comes back.

Before the job

  • What do you think is causing the problem, and how sure are you?
  • Will you fix the cause, or just the symptom?
  • What will it cost in total, including parts?
  • Will you need to turn off the water supply, and for how long?
  • Will any tiles, walls or fittings need to be removed and replaced?

After the job

  • What should I check over the next few days to be sure it's fixed?
  • If the same problem comes back, what happens?

Get the answers in writing

Keep the conversation in a channel where there's a record. If you hire through OgaRepair, use the in-app chat — it's what we look at if you ever need to raise a dispute.

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