How does one become a plumber? Ask a Plumber

What does it take to become a plumber? Plumbing is one of the construction trades that require an individual license for each worker. In other words, the person working in your home is required to have a specific plumbing license. For a person to get a plumbing license they have to serve an apprenticeship that requires four years of on-the-job training under the […]

When Should You Call a Plumber?

How do I know if I should call a plumber? In general, esp. in an emergency, most homeowners struggle with when to call a handyman/appliance repair technician versus calling a licensed plumber. Generally, when the operation or general use of an appliance starts to grow worse and worse, it is likely to be a job […]

What is a Sump Pump used for?

The most common kind of pump that you will find in your basement is called a sump pump. The purpose of the sump pump is to pump groundwater away from your home’s drain tile system. It resides in a sump basket, (or tank), in the floor of your basement. The sump basket is about the […]