Many of us tend to look for a plumber when we have some type of problem or emergency in our homes. Whether it’s a burst pipe, damaged gutters, or leaking toilet, finding someone to come and fix the problem is generally a rushed job, where we choose the first trades person available – one who can come as quickly as possible.
But for those who have a bit more time to research and select a plumber for their jobs there can be some big advantages in finding a good local plumber who can do ongoing jobs for you around your home.
Looking After Your Biggest Investment
For the vast majority of people in Australia the biggest purchase and investment they will ever make is buying a home. Whether it is your family home or an investment property, keeping your house, apartment or townhouse in the best possible condition not only makes it more liveable and safe for the occupants, but also help to keep the value of the property.
When it comes to selling, having no damage, and all fixtures, fittings, and appliances working correctly, can make a huge difference to the value of your home. Having a reliable plumber you can call upon for repairs and preventative maintenance can literally save you thousands of dollars in the long term.
The Advantages of Local Plumbers
Having knowledge of the local area is a big advantage for a plumber. In a large city like Sydney there can be many subtle differences in locations that only those with extensive local knowledge would know about.
As suburbs tend to be built around the same time, by the same builders with similar materials, there can often be recurring problems within homes in a particular area. By servicing many homes in an area or complex, a local plumber has the advantage of being able to easily identify problems that are prevalent in the area, and provide solutions that an out-of-area plumber would not be able to.
Similarly local landscape and weather conditions can play an important role, especially in preventative maintenance. The local temperature, rainfall, storms, natural watercourses, soil types, and number of trees can all have an impact on a home and its plumbing.
Quickly on Site for Emergencies
Perhaps the biggest advantage a local plumber has is their location.
Plumbing emergencies can happen quickly and without warning, so it is vitally important that any problems are attended to as quickly as possible to reduce the amount of damage to your property.
Emergency plumbers like we at JEDI Plumbing, are available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ready to attend to an emergency job in the local area quickly and efficiently, compared to those who have to travel long distances and battle traffic to get to the job.
Looking After Your Best Interests
Ensuring that you have received the best possible service and repairs is in the best interest of your local plumber. Repeat customers are the lifeblood of any small business, so having loyal and regular customers, who give word of mouth referrals, is important.
To help build their client base, local plumbers will go the extra mile for their customers, providing the highest possible level of service, and the best quality of work to help maintain your home. A local plumber will also recommend and assist you with preventative maintenance. With their wealth of industry and local knowledge they know what will require upgrading or updating to ensure that you don’t have any costly plumbing emergencies in the future.
If you live on Sydney’s North Shore or Northern Beaches and would like to see first-hand how using a local plumber can help you and your home, call us at JEDI Plumbing on 0411 774 381. With years of local knowledge and experience in the industry we will look after your best interests and help maintain your home and keep your family safe.