If you have a small or large business and are considering a construction project, you will probably spend a good deal of time with an architect and construction company. One thing you may overlook, however, is the plumbing contractor, or you may simply decide to let the construction people handle it and bring in a subcontractor.
But it may be worth your while to take a harder look at who you get to install your plumbing. It is a lot more important than you might think. You don’t give it much thought when your plumbing system is working well, but when things go wrong, you realize just how important it is.
Moreover, there are a lot of energy saving features in modern plumbing systems that can save you a considerable amount of money and help the environment.
The question is, how do you go about choosing a good plumbing contractor? Here are a few questions to ask to help you decide.
What kind of experience does the company have?
You want a company that has the experience and expertise in doing commercial work, a company that specializes in commercial projects. Find out how long the company has been doing commercial work and what kind of projects they have done.
Is the company insured and certified, and do they offer a guarantee.
You obviously want to know that they know what they are doing and that they back up their work. Any insured and certified plumbing company will be able to easily provide documentation and proof if you request it.
What kind of maintenance plans do they have?
Residential plumbing work is usually just a one-time thing. But commercial plumbing projects require routine maintenance work, so you need to know what kind of plan the company has for that, and if they offer any discounts for long-term contracts.
What kind of energy-saving measures does the company take?
You only want to hire a company that has training and experience in energy and water-saving technology. The commercial plumbers you hire should know how to make your system as energy efficient as possible.
How does it handle deadlines?
What is the company’s reputation for staying on schedule? What happens if it cannot finish the work on time or it costs more than expected? What kind of system does it have for keeping you up to date on how the work is proceeding?
Finally, you also want to get references from former customers to find out if they are satisfied with the work.
If you’re looking for a good commercial plumber for your Dallas business, contact Plumbing Dynamics.
