"Tom G" wrote in message
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Hello all,

I had a plumber come out this weekend because I was getting some
vibrating noises in the pipes. I thought it was caused by a faulty
toilet (ballcock, intake tube) and air was getting in the pipes, but
wanted to be sure.

Anyway, he came out, and yes, he said that was what is causing the
pipe noise. He said I need a new ballcock, and needed to replace the
toilet emergency shut off valve because it was leaky. Fine.

Total charge=$400.00.

I told him "no thanks" and went to Home Depot, picked up about $20.00
worth of materials, and fixed it in about a half-hour or so. I could
buy a couple of brand new toilets for $400.00.

$400.00 dollars for a ballcock and valve installation. Crazy?

Way too much unless you are in NYC or some other crazy market in which
case I would say check with other plumbers in the same area.
Any possibility that the plumber picked up some bad vibes from the OP and
hit him with the high quote so he could exit quickly with no hassle.

Tom G.


Tom,

I'm willing to go with your theory, and I'm thinking this thread could be
exhibit A in your defense.

Dave