Ironclad Plumbing put this prep checklist together because 5 minutes of preparation before the tech arrives can save you time and money on the visit.
Ironclad Plumbing wrote this checklist because the 5 minutes before the tech drives away are your best window to catch problems while they can still be fixed for free.
Quick Answer
| Do This Before They Drive Away | Why |
|---|---|
| Run water through every fixture they touched | Catches leaks while they can still fix them for free |
| Run your hand around every connection with a dry paper towel | Even a tiny drip shows up on dry paper |
| Ask them to show you what they did | “Can you walk me through what you replaced?” takes 2 minutes |
| Confirm the invoice matches the estimate | If anything is different, ask about it NOW |
| Take photos of the completed work | Documentation if a warranty issue comes up later |
Then in 24-48 hours: Check the same connections again. Some leaks only show up under sustained use. If anything drips, call them immediately. Warranty claims are easier when you catch it fast.
Save your invoice. Photo it. Email it to yourself. You’ll need it if you ever make a warranty claim or sell the house.