There are many reasons why you might need to find a plumber. In the worst case it could be that you have a burst pipe or leak and need a local emergency plumber! Other reasons might be to install a new bathroom or fit a new appliance. You may have DIY skills and like to take on your own home improvement projects, but plumbing is one of those areas that’s often best left to the experts.

At Registered we have a carefully vetted database of local tradesmen and can help you find a plumber for the job you need completing. All our local plumbers have the correct insurance and can quote for any size job without obligation. For larger projects such as a bathroom installation we recommend that you obtain several quotes and don’t accept the first offer. Price isn’t everything, so make sure you ask about similar projects a plumbing company has undertaken before committing to them.

In an emergency, don’t be tempted to make a quick search online and call the first one you find! Use Registers online directory map to find a local plumber offering emergency callouts.

Once you find a plumber, how can you check they are of the standard you expect? Here are some top tips:

1) Hire a qualified plumber. A local handyman may be fine to fit an outdoor tap, but for larger jobs, it’s advisable to go for a qualified plumber. Look for membership of trade associations such as the Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) or the Institute of Plumbers. If you need work involving gas appliances such as boilers, a Gas Safe Register engineer is required.

2) Look locally before nationally. A national company may be better able to respond in an emergency, but consider how carefully they vet their tradesmen. A small local plumber you can work with and who has a reputation to protect may be a better option.

3) Ask about timescales and get a commitment. We’ve all heard horror stories of tradesmen

starting a job and then disappearing for weeks! Often it’s because they take on too many

projects and need to juggle resources. You don’t want to have your bathroom stripped out

and wait several weeks for a new one to be fitted! Get a commitment on how long a job will take to complete and an exact start date.

Our local registry of plumbers are capable of offering a massive range of services:

• General Plumbing
• Power Flushing
• Water Softeners
• Landlord Gas Safety certificates
• Central Heating Maintenance
• Central Heating Upgrades
• Underfloor Heating Services
• Radiator Installation
• Unvented Systems
• Hot Water Cylinders
• Complete Bathroom Renovation
• Wet-room Installations
• Leak Diagnostics & Repair
• Radiator Draining
• Blocked Drains and Toilets
• Dripping Taps

Search the Registered directory for local plumbers and you’ll be in safe hands. You can browse via the local tradespeople map or get an instant quote directly from the experts. 

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