How much does a plumber charge to change... Good question. Jim shares his advice on what you should expect with a good plumbing quote. Thanks for watching! Click subscribe for more plumbing tips from the Grumpy Plumber.
I needed a new 40 gal. gas H.W heater (located in garage). I contacted Lowes and the plumber came out and quoted me $2700! I asked him what is hourly rates was and how long it would take him. I told him the flat rate quite seemed extreme. He called his manager and the next quote was $2000, including tax and permit. I though that was more reasonable.
Honestly flat rate pricing is where everything is going. One truck chucks are going out because they are not sustainable. We tried the time and material route and couldn’t grow. Just had a sucky job. Now we are able to afford a livable wage for our employees. Benefits and it makes the business sellable. The old guy way is soon disappearing but until then we are ahead of the crowd.
That’s really sad. You weren’t paying them a livable wage and now you’re making them work on commission. They go to some little old lady’s house and sell them something they don’t need for an outrageous price. When you go to buy a car, that salesman is on commission and you know you’re getting screwed. I sleep very well at night. Can you?
I would say compression shut off is definitely better, for a few reasons, 1) easier to install, 2) cheaper to install regarding tools needed 3) no need for flux and solder, prep brushes and sandpaper, 4) easier to replace when a new valve is needed due to hard water buildup.
Haha Hahah, I would install a Toto Drake with ADA ht. for $500. It’s a one hour job and includes toilet and labor. I would bring the toilet with me and haul away the old one. If you’re buying the toilet, it should be an hour labor plus about $30 for parts. I don’t recommend a flat rate plumbing company.
