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Hire a plumber by recording a video

From a dripping faucet to a full repipe, plumbing problems are far easier for a plumber to quote when they can actually see the pipes, fittings, and water damage. A 60-second video saves the guessing games that come with a phone call.

What to film for a plumbing job

A good plumber can quote far more accurately when they see these things in your video:

  • Point at the fixture or pipe that's failing — faucet, toilet, water heater, or exposed pipe under the sink
  • Turn the water on and show the leak, drip, or low pressure happening in real time
  • Pan to any water damage, stains, or mold on walls, ceilings, or cabinet floors
  • Open the cabinet or access panel so the plumber sees the shut-off valves and pipe material (copper, PEX, galvanized)
  • Mention the age of the home and whether it's on a slab or has a crawlspace

What plumbers look for

  • Pipe material and fitting type, which tells them what parts to bring
  • Whether it's a quick repair or a sign of a bigger system issue
  • Access to shut-offs and how tight the working space is
  • Signs of long-term water damage that change the scope

Common plumbing projects

Whatever the job, showing it on video gets you connected with plumbers who actually do that work.

Leaky faucet or running toiletWater heater repair or replacementClogged or slow drainsRepiping & slab leaksGarbage disposal installSewer line backups

How VideoTag works

No phone tag, no vague quotes, no pay-per-lead fees. Here's how homeowners connect with local plumbers:

Record it

Use your phone to record a short video of the project — show the problem and the space around it.

Tag it

Our AI turns your video into a clear job post with a title and description, so local pros know exactly what's involved.

Send it

Nearby contractors watch your video and decide if they're a fit. You connect only with the ones you choose.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to know what type of pipes I have?

No. Just film the pipes under your sink or at your water heater and the plumber can identify the material from the video. That's one of the biggest advantages of showing instead of describing.

Can a plumber really quote from a video?

For most common repairs, yes — a clear video of the problem and the surrounding area gives a plumber enough to give a realistic ballpark and arrive with the right parts. Complex jobs may still need a quick in-person look, but you'll have already weeded out the wrong fits.

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Need a plumber?

Record your plumbing job in 60 seconds and connect with local pros who can see exactly what's involved.