Is Ai Coming to Plumbing?

In this post, I’ll break down the core pieces of smart plumbing, how they work together, the real-world benefits (and pitfalls), and what the next wave of AI will add for homeowners and pros alike. What “Smart Plumbing” Actually Means When people hear “smart,” they think gadgets. In plumbing, “smart” is less about shiny toys […]

College CAN’T Teach You These 3 Things…But the Trades WILL

In this post, I’ll break down the three advantages the trades deliver better than any classroom: ownership of a monetizable skill, real‑world confidence under pressure, and a path to financial freedom without debt. I’ll also share practical steps to start, grow, and compound your gains so you can move from “interested” to “on the job.” […]

I Sold My Plumbing Company…

I walked away with a signed agreement, cash in the bank, and a plan for the next chapter—because I built a company I loved running, and that made it valuable to other people, too. In this post, I’ll break down why that mindset matters, how to build an operation that buyers chase (even if you […]

Real Plumber Reacts To Rainwater Collection Systems

In this post, I’ll walk you through what actually works, what doesn’t, and the practical upgrades that turn a good idea into a reliable system—from simple rain barrels for garden watering to large cisterns with pumps, filtration, and freeze protection. You’ll get a step‑by‑step plan, gear tips, and maintenance routines, plus the safety and code […]

My Full Plumbing Story…

In this post I’ll walk you through how I stumbled into plumbing as a teenager, learned to read blueprints upside down, made mistakes (including a few wet ones), earned my stripes, and eventually became a master plumber entrusted to lead multi‑million‑dollar projects. Along the way, I’ll share practical lessons you can use whether you’re just […]