Why I love Being a Plumber
In this guide, I’ll walk you through what being a plumber looks like in the real world, how to decide whether you’re better suited for building or fixing, and the practical mindset that helps plumbers turn a job into a fulfilling career. 1) Serving People and Protecting Health The first reason is simple: plumbers protect […]
5 Ways an Apprentice FAILS (And How To Avoid It)
In this post, I’ll walk you through the five most common pitfalls I’ve seen apprentices face, and I’ll give you the play-by-play for how to dodge each one. Whether you’re brand new to the trade or a year in and looking to level up, this is your roadmap to becoming the kind of plumber every […]
Reality of Whole House Water Filtration in 2025 | Plumbing Tips
If you care about how your water tastes, how your skin and hair feel, how long your appliances last, and whether you’re getting real value out of your plumbing system, this is the guide you’ve been looking for. We’ll cover what’s really in typical household water, why whole house treatment is different from point‑of‑use filters, […]
Which is Best? Wax vs Rubber
There’s a lot of marketing noise around toilet seals, and plenty of myths too—like the idea that any ring will magically fix a bad flange or a wobbly bowl. In this post, I’ll break down what that seal actually does, how wax rings and wax‑free rubber/foam seals differ, when each one shines, and how to […]
Getting into Plumbing USA vs Canada
The goal of this post is simple: lay out the practical routes into the trade in both countries, explain what the licenses actually allow you to do, compare timelines and costs, and give you a step‑by‑step action plan to get started—no matter which side of the border you’re on. Why the Path Varies: AHJ, Codes, […]
