Hiring a Plumber in New Jersey ?
Consider Follow these easy steps:
- Get a NJ Plumber Referral;
- Use a referral service like MyNJPlumber.com;
- Ask a friend or family member who they use;
- Verify that the person you are hiring is licensed to perform plumbing services in NJ;
- Since a disciplinary action can be taken against a NJ Plumber at anytime always verify who you are using by contacting The NJ Board of Master Plumber Examiners;
- Make sure you have a contract;
- Many New Jersey Plumbers let you know up front how much a specific job will cost. These plumbers are called "Flat Rate Contractors" Many NJ Consumers like this approach because they know up-front how much the bill will be;
- Some NJ Plumbers quote an hourly rate and list each and every piece of material they used on your project at an additional cost. These plumbers are called "Time & Material Contractors"
- It doesn't mater if you use a NJ Flat Rate Plumber or a NJ Time and Material Plumber the law requires any contract over $500.00 to be written;
- Verify your NJ Plumbing Contractors insurance by requesting a certificate of insurance from their agent;
- Asking for a certificate to be sent from the insurance agent or carrier is proper;
- Be wary of a contractor who objects to this;
- Certificates of insurance can be easily photocopied. When they come in the mail from the insurance carrier you will also be notified if the insurance coverage lapses;
- Be clear with the The NJ Plumbing Contractor as to what you expect from them;
- The best way to avoid any problems is to communicate with your contractor;
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Why is a New Jersey Master Plumbing License Important ?
Properly installed & serviced plumbing is vital to both your health and safety. Improperly installed or maintained plumbing can cause health issues including virus, disease and death.
In Example:
- A faulty installation of a water softener can create a dangerous cross connection between your sewer and drinking water;
- A faulty installed water heater can explode or allow carbon monoxide to enter your home.
Plumbing Services in the State New Jersey must be performed by a NJ Licensed Master Plumber. Plumbing shall be performed by a master plumber, an authorized plumbing contractor, or by employees working under the supervision of a master plumber as permitted by N.J.S.A. 45:14C-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 13:32-3.3. Anyone found violating this law is subject to both jail sentence and fines.
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The following shall only be performed by NJ Master Plumbers:
- Performing of plumbing work, including minor work and ordinary repairs even though a permit is not required;
- Installation and service of storm, sanitary, and water piping to the final point of connection within three feet of the exterior of a building or structure located on private property;
- Installation of the water service and back-flow preventer for fire suppression systems and water sprinkler systems;
- Plumbing work performed at a place of business by employees of that business on property owned by the business;
- Disconnection and sealing of water and sewer lines;
- Installation and service of all direct and indirect drain piping associated with mechanical equipment that is connected to a sewer system;
- Installation and completion of plumbing, at no cost, notwithstanding that the property is owned by a nonprofit organization;
- Installation or disconnection of water filtration or water softening equipment, water heaters, humidifiers, ice making equipment or back-flow preventers;
- Installation of water piping on the house side of a well water compression tank. Installation and service of storm, sanitary and water piping between buildings or structures on a property.
A single-family home owner who performs plumbing work in his or her own dwelling does not need to be a Master Plumber.
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