The guides published at vanfraneyplumbing.com/guides/ are provided by Van Franey Plumbing, Inc. for general educational purposes only. They describe common plumbing situations and the steps a homeowner can sometimes take, based on our experience serving Southwest Florida since 1979.
Not advice for your specific home
Every home, fixture, and water system is different. Nothing in these guides is a diagnosis of a problem in your home or a recommendation for a specific repair. Reading a guide does not create a customer relationship with Van Franey Plumbing, and the guides are not a substitute for an inspection by a licensed plumber who can see the actual conditions.
Do-it-yourself work is at your own risk
If you choose to perform any work described in a guide, you do so entirely at your own risk. Plumbing work can involve water damage, scalding, electricity, natural or propane gas, sewage, and confined spaces. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Van Franey Plumbing, Inc. and its owners, employees, and agents are not responsible or liable for any injury, property damage, loss, expense, code violation, warranty issue, or insurance consequence that results from following, misapplying, or relying on any guide.
Permits, codes, and licensing
Much plumbing work in Florida requires a permit and must be performed by a licensed contractor. Local codes and utility rules in Lee and Collier County differ and change. Before doing any work, confirm the requirements with your county building department, your utility, and your homeowners insurance carrier. Unpermitted or unlicensed work can affect your insurance coverage, your warranty, and the sale of your home.
When in doubt, stop and call
Each guide lists situations where you should stop and call a plumber. If you are unsure at any point, stop. Van Franey Plumbing answers the phone 24 hours a day at (239) 851-0207.
Accuracy and updates
We review guides for accuracy when they are written and update them when our advice, products, or the rules change, but we make no warranty that any guide is complete, current, or error-free. Product names are the property of their owners. Links to other websites are provided for convenience and are not an endorsement.
Questions
Questions about these guides or this disclaimer can be sent to [email protected] or Van Franey Plumbing, Inc., 6240 Topaz Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33966.