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What does a plumber do?
A plumber installs, repairs and maintains the water, heating and drainage systems in your home or business — from a dripping tap to a full bathroom re-plumb. Most cover both emergency call-outs and planned work, and many also handle heating pipework and appliance connections.
Common plumbing services
- Emergency leak and burst-pipe repairs
- Dripping taps, toilets and cisterns
- Blocked sinks, baths and waste pipes
- Frozen and burst pipe repair
- Radiator, valve and heating pipework
- Bathroom and en-suite plumbing
- Dishwasher and washing-machine connections
- Stopcock, water main and low-pressure issues
- Outside taps and garden plumbing
- Leak detection and pipe re-routing
When to hire a plumber
Call a plumber for leaks, low or fluctuating water pressure, blocked or burst pipes, no hot water, or whenever you are fitting new bathroom or kitchen appliances. For anything involving your boiler or gas supply, use a Gas Safe registered engineer.
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How to choose a plumber
Plumbing has no single licence, so reputable plumbers rely on insurance, qualifications and a track record. Before you book, it is worth checking:
- Public liability insurance, in case of accidental water damage
- A recognised qualification (NVQ Level 2/3) or membership of the CIPHE or APHC
- Gas Safe registration if any gas or boiler work is involved
- Clear written quotes rather than verbal estimates
- Reviews or recent local references for similar work
- Whether call-out, labour and parts are itemised separately
See also: questions to ask before hiring a plumber.
What affects the cost of plumbing work?
Plumbing prices vary with the job, so it pays to compare a couple of written quotes. The main things that affect the cost are:
- Whether it is an emergency or out-of-hours call-out
- How easy the pipework is to reach
- The price of any parts or fittings needed
- How long the job is likely to take
- Whether it is a quick repair or a larger installation
- London labour rates, which tend to sit above the national average
For typical UK and London prices, see our plumber cost guide.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I call an emergency plumber?
If you have a burst pipe, a major leak, no water, or a blockage causing flooding, call an emergency plumber straight away and turn off your stopcock.
How do I check a plumber is qualified?
Ask about relevant qualifications and insurance, and for gas or heating work check they are Gas Safe registered where applicable.