Check out your Plumber
 (we will be glad to answer these questions for you)

1. Talk to your potential plumber (they should be free to talk to you)

2. Check a contractor's license number online at www.cslb.ca.gov or      by calling (800) 321-CSLB (2752).

3. Get at least three bids.

4. Get three references from each bidder and review past work in     person.

5. Make sure all project expectations are in writing and only sign the     contract if you completely understand the terms.

6. Confirm that the contractor has workers' compensation insurance for     employees.

7. Never pay more than 10% down of $1,000, whichever is less. Don't     pay in cash. 8. Don't let payments get ahead of the work. 9. Keep a     job file of all papers relating to your project, including all payments.

10. Don't make the final payment until you're satisfied with the job.