Month: March 2017

You found that you need to hire a professional plumber in the Philadelphia area. Opening the phone book, you immediately are overwhelmed with hundreds of plumbing services that all say that they’re the best. So who really is the best? You could interview dozens of professional plumbing contractors until you got that “glimmer” that told you that this was the right one for you; or could follow these simple steps to help make the right selection of a professional plumbing company in Philadelphia a little easier.

Check out their website.

While this is not a deal breaker for choosing a plumber in the Philadelphia area, it can give you some insight on their best business practices. Their plumbing website should contain information about the services that they offer in the Philadelphia area as well as customer reviews and background information on the company. Look for subtle things that let you know that this plumbing company has been in business long enough to develop the reputation they’re bragging about. You should also look at the plumbing website presentation as well; if they’re not willing to present their workmanship in an attractive presentation online… it does give a little glimpse into how they do business behind scenes. If they’re willing to cut corners on something as simple as a website… they will probably want to cut corners on expenses for your plumbing service as well.

Reviews, reviews, reviews!

Part of today’s culture is the acceptance that reviews of a plumbing company in the Philadelphia area is a necessary part of business. A reputable professional plumber in Philadelphia will not shy away from reviews but rather will encourage them on their website as well as other internet services such as Google+, Angie’s list, Facebook, Home Advisor and Yelp. There are so many plumbers in the Philadelphia area that avoid the review process fearing that they may receive a bad review, but an honest company encourages an honest review. If a bad review is there, look for the explanation; sometimes the issue is not necessarily the workmanship, but rather the communication or expectations of the plumbing service. Which brings us to our next point:

Make sure to ask questions!

Some of the largest disagreements between a plumbing company and customers is where a customer did not ask the right questions. Now this doesn’t mean that the customer is solely at fault… oh, Nay Nay; but the more educated you are about the plumbing process, materials used, code regulations and warranties the happier you will be with the final repair or installation. So many plumbing contractors in the Philadelphia area simply identify to their customers the final product without a lot of information, so make sure that you’ve written down some questions to ask so that there are no surprises when the bill comes.

Be sure they are licensed, bonded and insured!

So many plumbers in the Philadelphia area are out representing themselves as a professional plumbing service, but have not taken the time to protect your investment, and the reputation of their company by becoming properly licensed bonded and insured. While there are licensing & certifications necessary to become a master plumber, these certifications do not protect you in the event that an incident should occur. Being sure that you have a plumbing company that have taken the proper steps to become properly licensed, bonded and insured for the Philadelphia market means that your hiring a company that cares about its reputation and integrity within the Philadelphia community.

When Experience Matters

iFixdit, LLC Plumbing and Drain service is a registered master plumber providing plumbing services to the Philadelphia area. Our years of experience in the plumbing industry has taught us that having a business that is successful means more than just being a good plumber, but it takes being a good company as well. Starting with the first phone call made to iFixdit, LLC you will find that you contacted the company that cares about its reputation within the Philadelphia community. Customer service and integrity are the first standards to establish a quality workmanship and long-term relationship with the great residents of Philadelphia. When experience matters, be sure to contact iFixdit, LLC… your hometown professional plumbing service.

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There are some things in Philadelphia that simply don’t change: taxes come due, politicians are crooked… and kitchen faucets wear out. Consider how often the kitchen faucet is used in your Philadelphia home; now consider that most kitchen faucets are mostly built from thin aluminum and plastic… The fact that kitchen faucets can wear out at least once a year is not a surprising statistic.

When this happens, residents in Philadelphia have come to trust I*Fixdit, LLC -Plumbing and Drains for their plumbing repairs and upgrade services. When it comes to replacing kitchen faucets and fixtures we don’t look for the cheapest… we look to the best; it simply makes sense to get the best available faucet for your Philadelphia kitchen when your needing to have it replaced. This will save you labor costs and provide you with trouble-free use for several years… rather than every year. With this fact in mind, let’s look at the different types of kitchen faucets that are available for your Philadelphia home.

Pull Out Kitchen Faucets

This style of kitchen faucet in Philadelphia traditionally comes with a single handle that allows you to adjust the water flow and temperature with just a small movement of the handle. This faucet is available in a variety of models ranging in price from $25 – $200 depending on the type of material and the level of quality. One model we particularly like to recommend in this “pull out style”, is the kitchen faucet that allows you to pull the handle of the sprayer out, attached to a hose, allowing to more easily wash pots and pans. A step up from that would have a switchable spray head that also allows for a steady stream or spray feature.

NOTE: When utilizing kitchen faucets that have a sprayer hose you need to make sure there is enough open space inside the kitchen cabinet to allow unimpeded movement of the hose. Several repairs that I*Fixdit, LLC -Plumbing and Drains has performed in the Philadelphia area, have resulted from a hose that was caught on something inside the cabinet, causing a homeowner to pull the spray hose harder, eventually damaging the sprayer unit.

Pull Down Kitchen Faucets

Pull down kitchen faucets are identical to pull out kitchen faucets except for the fact that the neck of the faucet is much taller allowing for this style the function. The handle for adjusting water pressure and temperature is generally placed on the side of the faucet rather than the top to facilitate the taller neck of the kitchen faucet. This style of faucet is very popular for newer Philadelphia homes that want more of a restaurant feel to their kitchen aesthetics. This kitchen faucet is also a little more durable because the taller neck facilitates the need to use metal over plastic for strength and rigidity.

Two Handled Kitchen Faucets

Seen more in older or traditional kitchens, the two handled kitchen faucet has been a mainstay of the industry in Philadelphia for over 100 years. This faucet is available very inexpensively, but it also can be made very cheaply as well; so be sure to use caution when choosing the right kitchen faucet for your Philadelphia home. The Two handle the faucet option also can present itself with a variety of add-on options such as: a separate sprayer, integrated sprayer and even a soap dispenser.

The Motion Detection/ Touchless Kitchen Faucet

Combining modern style with modern function for your Philadelphia home is the motion detection/touchless kitchen faucet. Naturally selecting this particular faucet will be more expensive because of the technology implemented into the design. However, when it comes to functionality; these are a pretty nice addition to your Philadelphia home. We have seen some trends develop through different kitchen faucet suppliers that are offering this motion detection/touchless kitchen faucet with cheaper made materials, but still have the same aesthetical look, so be careful. Sticking with the brand name in this case is not a bad idea.

It is also important to note that the addition of the motion sensor components will make the initial installation more expensive. Additionally, if the unit would need to be repaired; few, if no, replacement parts are available as it is assembled in such a way that would require complete unit replacement if the motion sensor kitchen faucet should begin to falter.

Consider The Design of Your Kitchen

When considering upgrading your kitchen faucet for your Philadelphia home, take a moment and consider the general layout or style that your kitchen would portray. If you install, for example, a shiny pull down kitchen faucet in an older, traditional kitchen setting; it’ll stick out like a sore thumb. While you might want to have the modern convenience of the better quality kitchen faucet, just take a few moments to think about the aesthetic appearance for the kitchen in your Philadelphia home.

Need to have a kitchen faucet installed a replaced in your Philadelphia home?

Consider experience when choosing the right company to install or replace your kitchen faucet for your Philadelphia home. I*Fixdit, LLC -Plumbing and Drains  has been serving Philadelphia as a licensed master plumber for years and can provide the experience and customer service that Philadelphia residents have come to expect. We always recommend the replacement of your kitchen faucet with the best quality materials to utilize the industry’s best warranties; helping to cut down on the extended repair costs that may come from substandard components or fixtures. We work hard to give our Philadelphia customers the best price on the best materials with unmatched craftsmanship from I*Fixdit, LLC -Plumbing and Drains.

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