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A clogged shower drain is annoying any time it happens, but it’s even worse when you’re in a rush. Instead of pouring harsh chemicals down the tubes and waiting for them to take effect, there’s a better, safer way to unstop the stoppage. To find out the fastest, safest way to unclog a drain at…
A plumber in the United Kingdom unwittingly discovered ancient treasure while walking through a pasture on a summer’s day – and now he’s auctioning it off. David Dunn, a plumber from Sapcote, Leicestershire, unearthed 50 coins dating back to Ancient Rome on July 19, 2023. The hoard, which was not publicized until this month, was…
RICHMOND, Va. — Thousands of Richmonders lost water service during this week’s water crisis. If you’re among those affected, there are some things you should do once water service is restored. Illya Davis, a plumbing expert, advises against immediately turning on your faucets, washing machine, or shower. “Do not use anything inside the house,” said…
WALWORTH COUNTY — Tim Quick has been a plumber for 35 years. He started his career as a national champion and hoped to end it that way too. The plumber from Williams Bay, Walworth County, won an apprentice plumber national championship in 1996. Then 28 years later, he put his national championship belt back on…
✕ Three years ago, a new YouTube docuseries called, “American Plumber Stories,” debuted with the goal of promoting plumbing as a career to the next generation. Highlighting the lives of plumbers around the U.S. and hosted by country music singer and Army veteran Craig Morgan, the show was an instant hit in an industry of…
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Earl Chapital said when the heavy rains started in the days leading up to Hurricane Helene, he spent the night emptying buckets of water pouring into his basement, “five-gallon buckets at a time,” he recalled. Chapital and his wife Lilly hired Bardi HVAC & Plumbing Services to replace their…
A new plumbing apprenticeship program recently launched at Utah State University Eastern, offering hands-on education to students from Price south to Blanding. This four-year apprenticeship program offers hybrid learning options to serve more people across rural Utah. The students will work during their time in school to gain important job skills while earning money through…
