Anyone who has ever been on the receiving end of a burst geyser will know how urgently you were looking for the telephone number of a plumber. A disruption in the water supply or an overflowing toilet resulted in the same urgency and near despair. Often times the fault was on the side of the municipality and they came out to correct the problem, but other times found you sitting on the edge of your seat, or walking up and down looking at your watch and the puddle on the floor.
An ordinary house has many plumbing pipes and connections. Plumbing does not only refer to the toilet but also to the bathroom pipes, bath or shower and the kitchen sink. Now a day, plumbers also install connections for washing machines, tumble driers, and dishwashers. Keep an eye open for water dripping and replace washers immediately if they are worn out, a lot of water is wasted with dripping taps. Pipes coming out of walls can also cause problems. Attend to the leaks immediately; if you cannot solve the problem yourself, it might be necessary to call out a plumber.
The water and sewage pipes in the house connect to the main pipes leading away from the house where they become part of the greater grid. A problem or leak here is the responsibility of the local municipality.
Plumbers are artisans who complete years of study before they can qualify. Many work independently while others grow into big businesses. Their services are available on a 24-hour basis because geysers do not burst at convenient times neither do toilets crack during the middle of the day. These disasters can hit you at any time.
They play an important part during the erection of buildings and houses. They are responsible for the installation of the bathrooms, toilets, and kitchens as well as all the connecting pipes on the inside and outside of the property. They must make sure that the baths, basins, and showers are fitted correctly and they are level.
"If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur."
- Isabel G - 1 July 2023
- Jonathan H - 1 July 2023
- Miriam J - 1 July 2023