Pros and Cons of being a Residential Service Plumber
After more than four decades in the trade—across remodels, new construction, commercial, industrial, union and non‑union—I’ve learned what makes residential service both challenging and incredibly rewarding. If you’re deciding whether to jump into this path (or double down on it), this guide lays out the landscape, the pitfalls to avoid, and the smart moves that […]
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 […]
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, […]
Do Plumbers ACTUALLY Hate This?
In this post, I’ll walk you through where each system shines (and where it doesn’t), how to make dependable connections, the smartest way to rough‑in a tub/shower valve, and a realistic snapshot of costs, tools, and time so you can choose confidently. What Plumbers “Hate” (and What We Actually Care About) I’ve heard the line […]
