Whether you want to install a new water heater or upgrade your existing water heater, be sure to hire an expert for your project. A water heater expert will know everything there is to know about your water heater and ensure that it is properly installed.

Unfortunately, amateurs seem to be flooding the market these days. Many amateurs masquerade as know-all experts. They make tall claims, but fail to deliver on their promises. So when it comes to picking the right expert for your project, see these tips for making sure the installer is surely an expert.

Perform Online Research

Visit the websites of water heater contractors in your area. Take a look at the types of services they offer. Determine if they have the skills and experience required to manage your project. Visit trusted third party review sites to see what people are talking about the contractor you are considering. Go through online reviews and customer testimonials online.

Consult Family/Friends

If a friend or family member has just wrapped up a water heater installation in their home or business, call them up and ask them about their experience working with their contractor. Find out if the project was delivered on-time and on budget, and if everything went as planned. Ask them if they are satisfied with the final result and whether they’d hire the contractor for future projects.

Interview Contractors

Once you have narrowed down your list of contractors, call them to schedule an interview. Before you meet a contractor, prepare a questionnaire. Here are some questions you can ask a contractor to assess their skills and expertise and decide if they’re the right fit for your project.

  • Do you use subcontractors?
  • Are you licensed?
  • Will you clean the area after installation?
  • Do you have a plan in place to minimize disruptions?
  • According to you, which type of water heater will be right for my home?

Talk to Contractors’ References

Do not take everything a contractor says at face value. Interview their references over the phone. Ask them the following questions

  • Did the contractor communicate effectively with you?
  • What work did the professional do for you?
  • Did any surprises pop up unexpectedly? If yes, how did the contractor respond to these challenges?
  • On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate the contractor? Would you recommend them to friends and family?

Invite Quotes

Get quotes from at least three contractors. When analyzing a quote, check the cost elements. If you have any confusion or do not understand a cost element, don’t hesitate to call up the contractor’s office. Be upfront with the contractor you are considering. Ask them if there are any other cost elements than the ones included in the quote.

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