When you hire a plumbing or heating
contractor, job rates can be misleading for two reasons.
First, experienced contractors usually charge more per
hour. However, they have encountered many more kinds of
plumbing, heating or cooling problems and have had more
time to discover the most cost-effective solutions. They
are more likely to know the best solution and be able to
implement the solution correctly on the first attempt.
Saving $10 an hour on the hourly rate for a "solution" that
has to be redone in two months is no bargain.
Second, the hourly rate may reflect reliability. If you
take time off of work or alter your work schedule to meet a
contractor who shows up late or not at all, it costs you.
Even if you aren't docked pay for your lost time, you won't
be improving your prospects for raises and promotions by
sitting around your home waiting for a plumber. Contractors
who have scheduling and communication practices that don't
leave you hanging are probably going to be worth the higher
hourly rate.
At Haining Plumbing & Heating, we bill for our services on a
"time and materials" basis. 99.9% of the time, this
will be the least expensive route in completing your project.
Please give us a call and one of our specialists would be happy
to give you an honest, accurate estimate.
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