The Truth Behind Rising Plumbing Prices
In this post, we’ll break down what’s pushing prices higher, how it hits jobs and timelines, what to watch out for with product quality, and practical steps you can take—whether you’re a homeowner, a DIYer, or a plumbing pro—to plan smartly and protect your budget. Why Prices Are Climbing Now Let’s call it like it […]
Spring Clean Your Plumbing Business
In this guide, you’ll get a practical, field-tested roadmap to organize your shop and trucks, tighten up your inventory, refresh your paperwork and office systems, boost your online presence, sharpen your team’s skills, engage your local community, and review the financials that actually move the needle. Use it to reset your plumbing company for a […]
Pros and Cons of Entering New Residential Plumbing
New construction offers a clean slate, consistent schedules, and a clear path to learning the craft from the ground up. It also comes with real-world trade-offs: margins can be tight, weather can wreak havoc, and the variety some plumbers crave just isn’t there day to day. In this guide, I’ll break down the benefits and […]
Biggest Lie You’ve Been Told About The Trades
I’m going to lay out why the trade path is not a consolation prize but a proven route to purpose, prosperity, and pride; what skills actually matter; how the ladder from apprentice to owner really works; and a practical game plan to get started and win. Where That Lie Comes From For decades, young people […]
Do You Have to go to College to Become a Plumber??
In this post, we’ll unpack both paths, show how one Texas journeyman balanced earning his license while studying marketing, and break down the three business skills that turn a good plumber into a strong owner-operator: knowing your numbers, understanding buyer behavior, and creating repeatable processes. I’ll also give you practical KPIs, an action plan, and […]
