Top 10 Reasons To Become A Plumber - Plumbing Career - The Expert Plumber

Are you thinking about becoming a plumber? This video might help give you some insight from a plumber's point of view. Deciding to become a plumber was the best decision I've ever made and I don't regret one minute of it. Joining the trades has opened so many doors for me and working had as a plumber has allowed me to open my own company that I am so proud of!

Hopefully this video finds its way to someone who is considering becoming a plumber and helps them make a good decision.

DISCLAIMER: Not all of these reasons are 100% serious, but I have a weird sense of humor.

Enjoy and thanks for watching!

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[Soul]

I’m 24 and work at McDonald’s. I’ve been struggling in what I want to do in life and been depressed because of it and I hate fast food but now I think I will really take plumbing into consideration.

[chefgromano]

My buddy in high school was made fun of for saying he would become a plumber. He did and he has done real well for himself. Better than most kids that went to college.

[reesewilson]

Been plumbing my whole life basically. But started hitting it hard when I was 16 My dad has a company. I’m 19 now. It’s been a good job and I could see myself doing it the rest of my life. To other people my age I recommend doing it if you are thinking about it. It takes a long time to learn it. Once you learn it Your gonna be unstoppable

[imgrim]

I'll consider it, im straight out of high school and im still indecisive.

[mxdaddy]

I am 35; a service plumber, and have been doing it about 5 year's now. I have always been mechanically inclined and picked up quickly. Being a hard worker and putting in the time on your own time to work on being better in your trade helps immensely. I did small arms and artillery repair in the military, and worked with my hands most of my life leading up to it. I fell into plumbing; which most people do. I got into this trade late in life at 30, but as long as you're a hard worker and use common sense you can move ahead in a timely manner. One of the drawbacks at least in service is you're done with the job is done, so your schedule is unpredictable, so it's hard to make plans.

[joshuaheath]

I've been at it for about 12 years now, tried being a mechanic, worked in the service industry. But started plumbing because my girlfriend (now wife) got pregnant. Best decision I ever made. Proud of my work and make good money.

[Barbellshreds]

Sir, you just changed my life ! I’m 31 stuck in a career I hate . I start applying for apprenticeships next month !

[dumyjobby]

I'm a plumber and an electrician. Started as a plumber but since today there is a lot of electronics and automation I went to school to also learn how to work as an electrician. It did very well for me because I can build intelligent central heating systems more advanced than every plumber and electrician for that matter i know. Having both trades made me the highest earner in the company ( 2nd to my boss of course) and i get to do only the more cool, interesting and complicated staff. My advice for someone who wants to get into the trade is this, yes you can earn amazing money but you also have to be amazing at it. That only comes with experience, constant learning, hard work and a good amount of intelligence. Most plumbers i know earn good money but not amazing. It's sometimes a fiscally hard job, sometimes work conditions are hard but you are going to have so much satisfaction, plumber ( trade people in general) are awesome to work with and there is never a boring day, you do everyday something different and you are going to work in different places, with different people for different people. As you can probably understand i love this job

[trevelwhite]

I just joined NTI (National Technical Institute) for the Plumbing training technician course here in Las Vegas, NV after following your videos. I’ve been working in the F&B industry and at the age of 32 I’m making my transition to plumbing for all of these great reasons. Thank you for these videos.

[mihaimexi]

I had this in my mind for years and years to become a plumber and finally, I start the course in the next 2 years hopefully I will work as a plumber, Thanks for your video :) and take care of you guys.

[tylermattox]

I’m a senior in high school, been taking a plumbing course at ctech in Columbiana, AL for 2 years now, planning to get a job right out of school. Love the video

[cinimodg]

I’m 15 and I was thinking of what I wanted to do and my dad introduced me into plumbing so I’m considering!

[xrpgorilla]

Best thing I've learned is be nice to everyone and learn all you can . Been plumbing almost 25 years now own my own company I keep it small . Best thing I've ever did

[elizabethpate]

10 years into my career in banking, specializing in advanced collection. Burnt out. Love the idea of a hands on career, problem solving and always something new.

[evanmaskell]

I am 16 and I’ve always procrastinated on the career that I want to choose but plumbing sounds like an amazing idea

[whodat]

Started my first year after being an unindentured for a month. Been working in this field for a short time but have learned a lot. It's a really cool trade. Thanks for getting me into all this, Roger!

[joebrown]

Going to be starting my plumbing apprenticeship in 2 weeks was nervous but now really excited for it and eager to learn

[josefromokc]

I lost my job at a furniture warehouse March 26 because of the Coronavirus. I always wanted to get back into plumbing so I went to ask the only plumber I knew outside of the UA for advice, he hired me on the spot not two hours after I had been fired! Now I have more pay, better hours and the weekends off. Not to mention I am on my way to a better career with more opportunities instead of being stuck in a dead end job! I love plumbing and your video! Thank you new Sub!

[XADFitness]

Best decision I ever made, you feel very satisfied with what you do and have potential to make real good money just take time, patience, & hard work!

[ramonabarria]

Hey Guys my name is Cristian. I am 24 years old and im a plumber in Florida. I started making 100 a day as an apprentice working very hard, getting dirty and sometimes feeling like I had to work harder than what I was getting paid for. Now I am happy I gave it my all with pride in my work and now I make VERY good money to not brag. Don't feel embarrassed, just work hard and keep your head up. When I see people dressed nice and clean and start feeling down I just remind myself that I made their monthly paycheck in a couple days if not in just 1. Highly recommend this to anyone who is going or about to finish highschool.