CONSUMER ALERT: Homeowners Beware of The Bait and Switch Plumber

Have you seen or heard of ads saying plumbers can clear your drains for $49 or visit your residence and diagnose any plumbing issues you may be experiencing for next to nothing if not free? If it sounds too good to be true, it is. The bait and switch protocol, which is fueled by commissions, entails a service provider promising next-to-nothing-pricing to get on your property. Once on your property, before you know it, the sky is falling. They will use deceptive tactics to scare you into expensive services you don’t need.

In This Article, We’ll be Discussing:

• How to Protect Yourself from Predatory Plumbers
  • Get Multiple Plumbing Estimates
  • Ask for an Upfront Detailed Breakdown of Costs
  • Check Credentials, Licenses and Read Reviews
• Upfront Pricing by Trustworthy Plumbers
• Same Day Emergency Plumbing Services

Imagine calling a plumber for a basic repair, only to find yourself facing an astronomical bill or have financing readily available. Unfortunately, this has become all too common throughout Riverside County. Homeowners fall victim to unscrupulous plumbers who use bait and switch tactics to take advantage of vulnerable residents in our community.

My name is Tony Falco, owner of Accurate Leak Locators and Plumbing headquartered in Perris, CA, serving all of Riverside County. I am a certified restorer (one of 700 in the nation and arguably the only single-trade plumber with this prestigious certification.) I’ve been in the plumbing business for 27 years. As of late, my team is seeing a lot of predatory sales tactics from plumbers who promise you a $49 dollar service but end up selling you $10,000+ plumbing restoration contracts which you do not need. This usually triggers a call to your homeowners insurance agent or carrier, and that’s when we get the call. Insurance companies know and trust us, our reputation is much more important than quick profit.

How to Protect Yourself from Predatory Plumbers

• Get Multiple Plumbing Estimates

  Don’t allow the plumbing emergency to make you more vulnerable than you already are. If the water and/or gas is shut off, you’ve got time. You never want to be backed into a corner upon discovering the plumbing issue, having to make desperate decisions. If you need help turning off your water or gas, we can assist over the phone or rush out to your residence in no time. Accurate Leak Locators and Plumbing is open 24/7.

• Ask for an Upfront Detailed Breakdown of Costs

  Plumbing professionals should know what’s required from start to finish. Although there can be hidden issues after the initial investigation which might include camera tests, etc., the estimate shouldn’t jump from $49 to $10,000. In most cases, they’ve got invoices that detail everything for every circumstance. Parts and labor are all included. Refuse last-minute changes without a second opinion every time.

• Check Credentials, Licenses and Read Reviews

  You only want licensed professionals working on your home, it’s not worth it hiring someone less qualified to save a buck. At Accurate Leak Locators and Plumbing, we have more than just the basic plumbing licenses, our company is licensed, insured and we carry certified restorer licenses setting us apart from other plumbing contractors.

  While most plumbers are reputable professionals, it’s essential to be aware of those who aren’t. By following these tips, you can protect yourself and your home from costly scams. Remember, when something sounds too good to be true, it most likely is.

Upfront Pricing by Trustworthy Plumbers

We are upfront with our pricing and our value is second to none. We charge a flat rate of $125 for a service inspection call which is ultimately subtracted from the cost of any repairs if you decide to move forward with our recommendations. We’ve also cut our pricing for many services including drain line camera inspection, normally $325, now only $225. Drain line camera inspections can save you thousands in restoration costs because we’ll be able to determine the exact location of your issue and propose the most efficient and cost effective way to address it.

Same Day Emergency Plumbing Services

Accurate Leak Locators and Plumbing offers same-day emergency plumbing services. If your residence is located in Perris, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula or Hemet California, we can be at your home within an hour. Our team travels with fully-stocked plumbing trucks and we bring all our equipment to each call, including hydro-jetter upon request, to reduce the time it takes to fix any plumbing problems you may have. Plus we guarantee our work, after each clog is fixed, we’ll run our camera equipment to ensure the job is 100% complete.

Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Don’t get scammed. Call Accurate Leak Locators and Plumbing to get the job done right, the first time, for a fair price.

Call (888) 333-5325 or (951) 285-7134 for our 24/hr hotline.

https://AccurateLeakLocators.com