Is galvanized steel plumbing being used inside your home? Find out how to properly evaluate the plumbing in your household.

Ask friends and family for names of contractors they have used and call them to find out if they do the task you are looking for.

When hiring a contractor for plumbing or heating make sure they are licensed for that specific trade and have liability insurance.

When you get an estimate from a home contractor, get their hourly rate and also make sure there are no extra charges listed.

When doing home repair yourself start by calling a professional and find out the scope of work that is required for your project.

In British Columbia they have licensing for contractors through the provincial government for some home repair work.

Steve Fowler, a plumbing contractor, talks about the different ways to find a reliable contractor.

Good advice on what credentials to look for when looking for a plumbing contractor

Plumbing contractor talks about different services often provided by plumbing contractors

Plumbing contractor talks about how to retrieve a piece of jewelry from down your sink drain.