We get it. When faced with a sudden plumbing repair bill, the temptation to hire a “handyman” or a friend-of-a-friend who “does plumbing on the side” for half the price is strong.
But your home’s plumbing system—the complex network of pipes, valves, and high-pressure water hidden behind your walls—is not the place to cut corners. In the world of plumbing, a “cheap fix” is often the most expensive mistake a homeowner can make.
At Plumber 007, our motto is that we are “Licensed to Fix.” But what does that actually mean for you as a Paramount homeowner? It means the difference between a mission accomplished and a disaster waiting to happen.
The Risks of the “Unlicensed Operative”
In California, anyone performing plumbing work totaling more than $500 (labor and materials) must hold a state contractor’s license. Yet, many operate under the radar. Here is the reality of hiring unlicensed labor:
1. The Insurance Nightmare
This is the biggest financial risk. If an unlicensed worker accidentally floods your kitchen or starts a fire while soldering a pipe, they do not have liability insurance to cover the damages. Furthermore, your own homeowner’s insurance policy may deny the claim once they discover unlicensed work was performed. You could be left paying for the entire restoration out of pocket.
2. Shoddy Work and Code Violations
Licensed plumbers know local Paramount and California building codes inside and out. Unlicensed workers often use incorrect materials or illegal shortcuts to get the job done fast. This work might function for a month, but it will eventually fail. Furthermore, when you go to sell your house, unpermitted, non-code-compliant plumbing can tank the sale.
3. Zero Accountability (The Vanishing Act)
If a licensed plumber does bad work, you have recourse through the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). If an unlicensed handyman takes your deposit and disappears, or if their “fix” starts leaking a week later and they block your number, you have almost no way to get your money back.
The Plumber 007 Guarantee: Peace of Mind
Earning a plumbing license in California isn’t just about paying a fee. It requires years of journeyman-level experience and passing rigorous state exams. It proves we know what we are doing.
When you hire Plumber 007, you aren’t just paying for a repair; you are paying for protection:
- We Are Insured and Bonded: Your property is protected while we are on the job. If something goes wrong, our insurance handles it, not yours.
- We Offer Warranties: We stand behind the quality of our workmanship. If our repair fails under normal use, we come back and make it right. An unlicensed worker offers no such guarantee.
- We Do It Right the First Time: We use the correct materials and follow all safety codes, ensuring a long-lasting solution rather than a temporary patch.
Don’t Gamble With Your Home
Your home is likely your biggest investment. Don’t risk its structural integrity to save a few dollars in the short term.
When you need plumbing services in Paramount, call the professionals who are officially “Licensed to Fix.”
Contact Plumber 007 today at +1 562-242-2124 for reliable, licensed, and professional service.