The Hidden Costs of Cheap Plumbing: Why Choosing a Quality Plumber Saves You Money

It might seem obvious that when you encounter a plumbing-related problem in your NZ home – such as a blocked drain, clogged toilet, or burst pipe – you will want to seek out cheap plumbing services. After all, what’s the point in spending more money on a plumber than you strictly need to spend?

In practice, though, it’s dangerous to presume that hiring a cheaper plumber is always the best option. After all, cheap plumbing is also often low-quality plumbing. This, in turn, can end up costing you more in the long run than if you had simply chosen a better-quality plumber in the first place.

So, what are some of the potential hidden costs of cheap and low-quality plumbing work?

The Need for Frequent Repairs

If you do simply go for the cheapest plumber you can find to deal with your plumbing problem, there could be a higher chance of them failing to diagnose the issue properly. They may then attempt a half-hearted and inadequate repair. You might end up having to call out another plumber to undertake the comprehensive and long-lasting repair that should have been done the first time.

The cheap plumber might not have the training, skills, and experience to handle challenging repair jobs. They may also lack the vital equipment for carrying out the repair. These drawbacks could all contribute to the need for you to keep on requesting frequent repairs.

Serious And Persistent Water Damage

Certain plumbing emergencies – such as a burst pipe – could cause major damage to your property if they aren’t identified and fixed quickly. Any such damage to your home’s structure could be extremely expensive to correct, and even put your household’s safety at risk.

A cheap plumber is likelier to be an unknowledgeable and inexperienced plumber. So, they might take longer than skilled and seasoned plumbers to identify the source of a plumbing problem. As a result, the property could sustain even more severe and expensive damage in the meantime.

Decreased Property Value

Let’s presume you attempt to sell your property one day. If the plumbing fixtures in your home don’t seem to have been serviced or maintained for a while, or there is visible water damage to the property caused by a previous problem such as a pipe leak, buyers will probably be less attracted to it. So, your property might not sell for as much as you had hoped for.

Arranging to always have a quality plumber look over your plumbing issues in your NZ home, means they can respond swiftly and provide long-term fixes. This will help drive up the price of your home among would-be buyers.

A Lack Of Financial Recourse

Something else to bear in mind is that a cheap plumber may be much likelier to be an unlicensed plumber. So, you should always double-check the plumber you’re considering via the website of the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB).

A plumber in NZ who isn’t licensed with the PGDB won’t be legally permitted to carry out work on your property. What’s more, having work done by an unlicensed tradesperson could void your insurance policy. In the event, then, of anything untoward occurring in the future as a result of the plumber’s work, you won’t be able to make a claim. So, make sure you ask to see the plumber’s card before you hire them.

As you can see, then, using a cheap and inexperienced plumber could cost you more in the long run than it’s worth. Our plumbers at Matthews Plumbing & Gasfitting are renowned for their expertise and quality craftsmanship. This makes our services a wise investment that you can count on to deliver long-term savings. Call 09 416 4084 today to request our quality plumbing services in Auckland.