Hi OzB,
I'm just wondering what we all think of plumbers? I'm sure at some point or another, we have all heard about someones story who had a nightmare of a time dealing with one, but I'd like to know about the positive ones too. Reviews online for this trade are very hit and miss. These guys supposedly make more than doctors, and I am wondering if anyone cares to share their experiences whether it be good or bad, or even unsure about what experience they received but seek feedback. I am happy to answer anyone's questions.
Disclosure: Both my father and brother are self employed plumbers, and I have worked in some way or another linked to the industry over the past 8 years, however, I am not a trade qualified one myself and do personally believe they sometimes can be on the expensive side. Fire away!
My experience with plumbers is not very flattering. I classify plumbers amongst the worst tradesman in the business. Their favourite tool is a pair of stallions, they use them on everything and that includes chrome plated fittings. Near enough is good enough in most cases. Turning up on time is another issue and what they charge for a job I better not talk about. Apology to all good honest hard working plumbers out there but you have way too many poor performing colleagues who give you a bad name.