A plumber is tradesperson who specializes in installing and maintaining systems used for potable (drinking) water, sewage and drainage in plumbing systems.
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Tools of the Trade
Pipe Wrench
Snake Machine
No Hub Torque Wrench
Torpedo Level
Pipe Cutter
Basin Wrench
What Plumbers Love About Their Trade
Helping people in need.
Great pay.
Problem solving.
Characteristics
High Paying
Variety of Tools
Solo or Small Teams
Indoor and Outdoor Work
Involves Calculation
Lots of Problem Solving
Outlook
Demand Forecast
High
One of the highest demand trades. Recession proof demand.
Entrepreneurship Potential
Very High
Very low startup cost and high likelihood of success.