P B Plumber The life of a jobbing plumber #55

[@jasonrivett-delahunt6258]

I left the forces and went the fast track route at 28, wife, kids mortgage etc and it is a long hard slog but doable. I worked 3 days a week for a local independent guy and 4 days a week jobbing about, taps, toilets etc to pay the bills. Tightened out belt a bit (ALOT!) But been on my own for six years now and definitely consider myself one of the most conscientious engineers in my area and am proud of the good reputation I've earned. My advice is stick it out, giving up will mean you've wasted your time, keep plodding on and actually achieve your goals. Great video as always, I have nothing but respect for your work ethic. Impressive.

[@PBPlumber]

that’s great to hear Jason, never too late to get into the industry its just the money to pay the bills while you’re training it the hardest part. well done mate

[@davebayliss3142]

Same

[@strongstories3183]

Well done to Sam, apprenticeships in this game are few and far between so good on him for taking his life in the direction he wants and taking the risk. It will work out for him he seems a great lad

[@samlowe6814]

Thanks mate, appreciate it 🙌🏼

[@emirkabaran5435]

There's alot of people in the industry that look down on people that do fast track courses. For people like me that didn't know what they wanted to do when they left school there's no other option but do to them. I've just done mine whilst working full time and it's cost me a fortune!! Luckily I've managed to get a job in the industry after it. For those looking into it you can just do a boiler portfolio 3 installs, 6 services, 6 gas safety certs. Once you qualify and register with gas safe for six months you can then go back in and do cookers and fires. Just want to say thanks to PB watching your videos on here made me bite the bullet and go for it as I had thought about doing it for years 🙌

[@johndineen3512]

We are all learning every day no matter we’re or what training you get? As long as you want to improve and ask questions and learn and improve then so what does it matter m8,

[@josephrolfe817]

great work from a upcoming plumber

[@richardpalliser7495]

Did my plumbing apprenticeship with the local authority in the late eighties, foolishly let my tickets slip in recent years, after mostly working on light commercial and high rise. I’m now having to do an nvq in gas, to get my acs again, nightmare. Costs in excess of 5k, but Brookhouse training in West Yorkshire do an evening course, so it helps offset the loss of earnings, carry on with the day job. Also, a great set of lads on the course, small classes, tend to be older, genuine good lads, varied backgrounds. I have no doubt, that they will be properly trained, excellent tutors from off the tools. Yes, the work experience will be a hit on the pocket, but needs must, and perhaps some of the lads may be a bit green in some departments, but they more than make up in life experience.... Great videos PB 👍👍

[@accuwarm7827]

Nice one guys. I as a lot will know I also did fast track route. Being ex army, we we were offered all of these courses and credits towards them, it took me nearly 5 years to get enough experience to decide to undertake my gas course as a stand-alone, glad I did, it definitely pays off. I find alot of lads who look down on short course takers are frustrated they had to do the 4 years at college/work as a 16-20 year old, whilst on crap wages. But with out thinking about the fact that if they had been doing a job for 5-10 years on a reasonable wage, to then drop down to apprentice wage to learn when you have house/family etc it becomes almost unfeasible. I know plenty of plumbers/heating engineers who have been through a full apprenticeship, been in the trade years, and are still clueless. Qualification doesn’t mean competence, attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to listen and retain knowledge are what will make a decent tradesperson. Not which course you went on. No one knows it all. We are all forever learning.

[@samlowe6814]

Amen Stuart 🙌🏼

[@littlechestnutorchard]

Of course we are enjoying your videos immensely but there is another dimension why people are attracted to your channel unconsciously, I think your humbleness, down to earth personality and your honesty plays a great role. (sorry about my English, i am a foreign sparky working in this country 30+ years and enjoy your channel)

[@chrisb4009]

Fast track courses are great, but they’re meant for people who already have trade skills/experience. It’s borderline criminal that firms sell these courses to people with no knowledge/experience. How would most people feel if they pay a garage to fix their car and they have no experience of what they’re doing? I don’t see heating as any different.

[@anthonymccullough6348]

Ha Sam I’m in the same boat in Basingstoke, same issues with portfolio. Good luck follow your story. Thanks Pete good addition to the show.

[@cerealkiller4248]

I’m a pipefitter/welder by trade, I was Corgi registered way back in commercial only, as I was doing factory maintenance at the time. Anyway the factory closed and I came onto the employment market so I decided to do my domestic ticket, even I had to provide a port folio of work to prove I had done work on tiny boilers, even though I was used to working on boilers the size of a minibus. I got sponsored by Interserve at the time, I was very grateful to them as they provided me with what the college described as a very very good port folio all whilst earning. I was lucky but it can be done 👍

[@harryblack6002]

Class video as always! I’m currently doing my gas course from leaving the forces. Luckily enough I’ve got friends in the trade and found myself a great company to take me on to do my portfolio. The college I’ve used to do my course are just all about the money! It’s so clear that it’s about money and not training! The guys I’m with in bristol have been great for teaching, then yourself on your great KZbin videos. I know I’m not on my own but I learn more from KZbin videos from you and Allen hart than anything the college has done! Thanks for the great content!

[@Micktheadventurer]

Your videos have helped me improve dramatically mate. I watch yours and plumber parts ones religiously after my level 2 apprenticeship, I hope the extra time learning pays off.

[@lloydbargery7339]

Pb i think the write up along with the video of how the plate heat exchanger works was brilliant! Really clarified a few things for me thanks!

[@jayhambleton5834]

Too hard on yourself with installs Pete. Looked ok to me, nothing wrong neet and tidy. Nothing wrong with fast track courses, it’s effort you put in that counts. Iv worked with plenty experienced apprentice trained engineers, all that’s been shocking to be fair. Good luck to lad.

[@aminsajawal3935]

As always PB nice install, like the way you showed us the Fault finding on the Worcester Bosch. And good luck Jon on ur course 👍🏻🙏

[@wardy2002]

One of your best video yet. Fault finding at its best. Very informative. I've subbed. Keep up the good work. Well done lad

[@andyrichards4802]

I went to that same college it was in Birmingham at the age of 39, fortunately for me I stayed over there in China town as the Army paid for the food and accommodation. It was a great course very in depth, 6hr days and completed my portfolio in approximately 8 months round Nottingham with a local chap. Found a job straight away with a company but bought my own gas ticket this year to gain more experience and hopefully one day go fully self employed, I'm 41 now & love this industry. If anyone needs anymore information on that college or the ins & outs just drop me a message, I'm more than happy to help.

[@utygvgfcgh098]

Hi Andy I'm looking to change careers and fancy becoming qualified as a Gas Engineer. I'm 48, and have a varied work history ranging from hgv to retail manager and a few more.. Any advice would be appreciated..length of time to become qualified, which path is best to take, names of training centres ? Living in West Yorkshire area

[@andyrichards4802]

@@utygvgfcgh098 Hi mate, Your never to old to retrain I found as an adult learner things just sunk in alot easier if you know what I mean. There are colleges all over the country that will offer similar packages, the one I went to & seems quite popular is "options skills" I don't want to sell that college to you so it's best you do your own research on Gas Engineer training colleges, I chose location, price, and reviews over others place's, plus I learnt that they covered more content and offered a look at life visit where you can drop into the college and spend a day looking at what the guys & gals learn, more importantly If the environment suit's you, they can be hot smelly place's lol.the course for gas lasts 8 weeks, which is intensive, short 6hr days, high quality teaching you'll be mentally knackered at the end of the day and expected to study further and talk amongst the other students your learning with. Leadership came quite easily to me so I set up a WhatsApp group and meetups where we still have a chat & banter. After the course the college set you up with a mentor who will put you through servicing and installs of cookers/fires & boilers. Once you've complete your portfolio you return to college for summative assessments, once you've passed that, you get get put forward for your ACS. That's the big one! I'll tell you more details soon I'veran out of time today. Get in touch mate

[@utygvgfcgh098]

@@andyrichards4802 Hi Andy, thanks for the info. I have recently been in touch with a training company, they are called 24/7, training. They offered an initial 12 month plumbing/heating course, City/Guilds and NVQ level 2 course then go on to Gas course for 6 months. Mainly doing theory from home then attending there in house training centre in 2 day blocks every 3/4 weeks, based in Wakefield. Charges: £45 per week over 43 months Does this sound about right on pricing to become qualified as a Gas Engineer?

[@andyrichards4802]

@@utygvgfcgh098 yeah that price sounds decent, especially. For the part time course, I remember seeing a few part time course lads on my course, the only issue is the amount of time it takes to complete & having to revise from home as there's no training staff until you attend college again. If that's your preferred option & local college, just make sure you cross the T's & dot the I's, check the contract details for what is included, such as Extra support outside of college, see what qualifications you will be getting at the end of the course, and no hidden charges, like I had to pay a mentor £500 which I hadn't factored in the cost.. be realistic with the expectations, and make sure everything you receive from them is waterproof, completely transparent information. Ask them if they Will cover you in all aspects- meters, cookers, Fire's, boilers, water heaters, and if they train on open vented & unvented cylinders, LPG & Oil, as these are handy to learn and add to your gas ticket once your qualified. Its a really really enjoyable experience learning Gas, just do a ton of studying on the basics covering Reg 26.9 core Gas safety, there's plenty of videos on KZbin, and you can download the relevant manuals to see what is standard expected as a minimum of all engineer's.

[@mattkaramccarthy677]

May seem odd, but the felt drawings are absolutely awesome! Very clear, straight lines, well drawn. Most such drawings usually look like something the local drunkard scribbled down on a napkin at the pub. Love them! Keep them coming!

[@metrotechguru5863]

As usual, I really enjoyed your video. Mate those boilers shoehorned in a damn corner are just a pain in the bum. You handled it very well. Again, your diagrams are really fit for purpose and help us to understand plumbing concepts better. It was good to hear Sam's story too. Not everyone follows the same path in life and sometimes it good to hear how others have gotten along.

[@will22085]

Hi PB, great video as usual! I'm on my final few weeks of my ACS course. I'm having the same problem, managed to do all my jobs for my portfolio but fire installs (they want 3 separate installs) reassuring to hear that other new gas engineers are struggling with the same issues. I wish Sam well, sure he will smash it. Cheers

[@crplumbing2746]

Great video pete and good luck Sam you smash it mate I did same and was fortunate to have great lads to help including mr PB plumber 😉

[@stephengallagher6822]

Just finished my last week of a 8 week course at option skills, sounds like same course i have learnt a lot being a beginner. Now onto portfolio work

[@samlowe6814]

Which centre did you attend Stephen? Good luck!

[@yilmaz7215]

Hi PB, nice videos enjoy watching them. I just want to point out that on this Vaillant boiler you need put a screw on the back plate to stop the boiler comming off. If you look at the back plate you can see the screw hole in the middle section. Keep up the good work.

[@ragbimiah445]

Great content as always. Just wanted to say I’ve gone down the same route as Sam and done a fast track Gas Safe course and I missed out in my fires ticket because I needed one more install however I’ve now been registered for a year and I’m about to add fires and it’s only a day course so not the end of the world.

[@samlowe6814]

That’s good to know mate! Most people I speak to only ever work with fires when they’re taking them out 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@heriothandyman3148]

You think videos are crap, and then it does well? That’s just the joy of being a creative! I’ve spent years in entertainment industry and most of the “good ‘uns” are always racked with worry, guilt and concern that they’re churning out shit, when in fact it’s quality! Keep it up mate! 👌

[@sadeq48]

Just the best ever plumber

[@jaffplumbs26]

Great vid mate as always, thank you for all you’re hard work in making them it’s really appreciated 👍

[@BABYCHAOS26]

I was 26 when I started my apprenticeship, one of the local housing associations was taking on a handful of apprentices for various trades each year pretty much throughout the 2000’s and they actively encouraged older applicants. I was frustrated at my career path up until that point due to the poor / non existent careers advice given at school. For a few years prior I wanted a career change and I knew plumbing would be something I could pick up and learn no problem, I just thought I was over the hill and wouldn’t have a chance. It seemed so unfair to think snotty nosed kids who couldn’t give a crap we’re getting apprenticeships and the older lot who would be really grateful for the chance we’re considered too old. Then a friend sent me the advert for this housing association taking on older apprentices and I’ve never looked back, 15 years later and I’m as happy as ever with my job, love it. Don’t get me wrong there’s been some great young apprentices over the years but I’ve still come across a good amount who don’t know how lucky they are and have wasted the opportunity and ended up jacking it in, boils my piss as it could have gone to an older person who would’ve really appreciated the opportunity.

[@paul_my_plumbs_uk]

I'm struggling like mission impossible to find a plumbers mate job at 55 😢😢😢 Instagramed so many local guys offered to shadow them 2 or 3 days a week for £0 and 💩💩💩💩 all

[@BABYCHAOS26]

@@paul_my_plumbs_uk Yeah, it can be tough. Age shouldn't come into it. If you've got the enthusiasm and work ethic what's the problem? Older people have got more life experience and will appreciate the chance much more than a bit kid who's only interested in Facebook rather than learning a trade. In my experience 100% of older apprentices I've encountered have made a success of it and thrived and about 60% of 16 year old apprentices have ether made it to the end of apprenticeship or not been an absolute Turkey when they come out of their time. Makes me mad.

[@BABYCHAOS26]

@@paul_my_plumbs_uk one of the lads I started with back in 2006 was about 38 at the time and he had been working for a one man band previously for free, just for the experience, he had him doing all sorts, full bathroom installs the lot, must have been making him a fortune, totally free labour.

[@AlexRocks24-7]

Thank you for amazing video as always.

[@william89309]

Another great video mate and a top install 👍🏻 best in the business 👌🏻

[@Honest_Reviewer.]

I think all of your videos are great.

[@johnhanson6155]

Great vid pb as always keep up the good work and stay safe buddy💪

[@tommyblackman7119]

Great video Pete, Regarding gas course, I did something similar, all paid for my self, initial training at training center then out building portfolio with a engineer. Had to record over 50 various jobs an back everything up with writing and photos... then back an do tons an tons of exams ... all,done now an course costs and time off Work to be in the center learning/exams I bet it stands be about £5k But think yes best decision I’ve done regarding job

[@anthonycosta2613]

Good stuff as usual, appreciate your fault finding process

[@davidb2464]

Hi Pete, your video's are excellent, they take me through the 'real' work scenario. But just a quick one for Sam, I'm 54, being plumbing for years, but only gas safe for 6 months, I offered myself for free to engineers, got a couple, but the last one was by far the best (cheers Frank). The best way to learn is to teach, so I've offered myself as a new engineer to help guys like you, as I really struggled to get my portfolio filled. Maybe ask your college if there are any gas safe engineers on their books that would let you go along to an install, for me, you could learn but also do some of the donkey work, ie, coring the flue hole 'at the correct angle', dirty, but good for learning, good for both of us. Also great to see how others do it and to get an idea as to how you could improve the procedure, or learn a few tips as Pete shows in his video's. Good luck, hopefully Pete will continue to put your vid's up here. Oh, also, get some unvented installs, I haven't had one yet but just done my G3 and LPG, thank goodness for the Pete's of this world, watch the video's before you go each lesson......

[@samlowe6814]

Thanks mate! I’m talking with a few engineers that seem keen to help me out, and likewise will benefit from me grafting for free! It’s a fine balance 😅 but gladly there are plenty of people out there in this industry and hopefully more of them will consider taking on apprentices

[@Plumbingbob]

Great stuff as always. I’ll follow your friends story with interest. I and the other adults on my level 2 weren’t informed until half way through the course of the whole NVQ side of things and being over 40 at the time (now 54) I was always looking for a way into gas. The cost and as you mentioned, install of gas fires is now very rare, I’m unsure as to whether it’s worth the cost for me.

[@adotldot3199]

Great video mate, always good content 👍 👌

[@accesszero4803]

Am looking for a route out of the industry 😂

[@MJTiffPlumbing]

Do you want me to send you another "I F*CKED UP" Pete.....we all know how many views videos with me in get!!!!!.......hahahahaa CRAZY numbers on that one mate!!!!

[@PBPlumber]

I can’t understand it mate, can only be down to you

[@mikecave4154]

I’ve done the same sam started plumbing at 30 did my nvq 2 plumbing at college had to give up my own time to go out with a plumber to get experience aswell as working to pay bills etc then i paid to do a gas course aswell after plumbing for a few years which i start my 2 weeks acs tomorrow the portfolio is a pain in the arse never mind the cost off it all I reckon I’ve put best part of 15k into it cost off nvq and gas plus working for free for a good while to get all the evidence and experience good luck with it

[@samlowe6814]

Good luck with your ACS today Mike! I feel your pain mate, but anyone who puts that kind of time and effort into something is destined to do well! 💪🏼

[@jonathonmcglinchey7750]

Too hard on yourself PB mate. Although I can’t talk I’m exactly the same I strive for perfection and in the meantime beat myself up 🙄. Keep up the great content mate 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@tonykyle5229]

Me too

[@neiltrevatt]

Nice work guys

[@benradley4895]

Great job 👍👍 I don’t like vaillants - especially the heat only but that’s just my opinion 👍

[@PBPlumber]

Thanks Ben. What about an EcoTec plus?

[@roylaw7765]

I don't like vaillant either .fit alot on new builds site I'm on. hates with them are .the fibre washers are so thin and weak had numerous drop on gas and know exactly what it is now fibre washer . Why are they still using clamps on flues like old baxi 105s from 20 year ago .and the literature is so complicated it's crazy also doesn't tell you the code to get in to the installer setup in the book had to ask engineer what it was .not a patch on baxi or maine eco compact is now the best bang for buck

[@stevenmackenzie2252]

Fast track courses will lead to diluting the trade. If you want to become a plumbing and heating engineer you should have to do a full modern apprenticeship. When I served my time there was few adult apprentices in my class on better wages to help them cope. Seems to be plumbing and heating is the favourite for these short courses into the game. Put a lead dresser in their hand most would struggle.

[@gstavrou]

Never seen a bad video on your channel.

[@mgbroadsterJ]

Some of the new Baxi heat only don't need over run

[@cristyanchivu]

Great video! Really love the fault finding bit. Also i’m missing the rather Wednesday, i think it was called. Those were really funny. How is Andy, haven’t seen him in your videos for long time.

[@jackhoskins722]

Always a great vid 💙

[@adamo19861986]

Another good video mate, stop being so hard on yourself.

[@justinsmith9948]

Different van ??? Great vid as always 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@CsöszakiHoszivattyu]

Love the pressfit.. looks tidy..

[@scottgas58]

Great video mate keep them up 👍

[@fedecano7362]

you intro is pretty dope man!

[@vlodski73]

Hi man! Your jobs are nice and neat. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am just curious how do you find using the pipe crimping tool, comparing to soldering. Take care!!!

[@craigwatson7692]

If your having trouble with those drain offs, have you tried the john guest ones instead? They've got a long stem too so good for press fittings.

[@jamesmcgilvray6363]

Sam I’m doing the same but I’m travelling from Surrey to Dundee in Scotland 🥴🥴. Like you I’m hoping it will pay back 100 fold. I’m 40 as well🤫

[@samlowe6814]

How long does that take you mate? Fair play!

[@jamesmcgilvray6363]

@@samlowe6814 with my placement (site work) for my portfolio it’s around 4 months

[@reliabill87]

Also another thing, this is going to sound terrible but I love the little mistakes you make, it makes me feel better as I do it all the time e.g. Dropping the washer, dropping olive, mis placing my screwdriver, etc 😂

[@PBPlumber]

Haha I like to keep the real bits in mate, we all make mistakes why pretend we don’t. Nice one 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@martinranson4262]

Interested to know how you repaired the worcester, just a new motor or did you take the back bit out ???

[@simonkay2273]

I did a level 1 and 2 plumbing course 5 years ago I managed to get on with someone at the end of the second year and the money was shit. Started my gas last year had to get 25 jobs min for my portfolio. Did my acs at the beginning of May so now gas safe it is worth doing but dose cost a lot of money.

[@samlowe6814]

Was that on a similar course to the one I’m doing Simon? Nice to hear from someone that’s recently qualified

[@simonkay2273]

No don't think so I went 1 day a week for 35 weeks which gave me the mlp certificate which I had to have to then go for my acs. I was lucky to get on with someone at my age so feel really grateful. Keep going mate and look forward to seeing how your getting on every Sunday.

[@mickyyyy5236]

Love how hoenst you are bro! And nive to see im not the only one that when I drop something it falls om the smallest space imaginable 🤣 the joys! Cheers for the video

[@normanboyes4983]

I think your approach to faultfinding is commendable (pity your temperature probe let you down) - gathering data prevents making assumptions and going down a time consuming rabbit hole.👍

[@stevemurrell]

You got a new van PB?? Background looks different when you were talking!

[@johnpoole6985]

Awesome video mate, I’m 38 and retrading from plastering, I’m starting my level 2 plumbing in September and will be going straight to gas afterwards I think I know but which company is he using for his gas, and a question for the next update could you ask how he found getting someone to employ him with his level 2

[@samlowe6814]

Hey John! I spoke to a local bloke and explained my intensions.. I told him that I was keen, hard working and that I wanted to get my portfolio done as quickly as possible. As I’m sure you know, the NVQ portfolio can take up to 2 years to complete and I finished mine in 5 months. Have you enquired with anyone about taking you on?

[@johnpoole6985]

@@samlowe6814 not yet mate I was going to do the course first and then start asking The problem is I’ve got a decent paying job and couldn’t afford a pay cut so I’m going to ask for some weekend plumbing work once I’ve done my course Who are you doing your gas with? Cheers

[@samlowe6814]

I would HIGHLY recommend that you start asking people now.. the sooner you secure a place with someone the better. I know so many people that have done the course in college and in the end, it was for nothing because they can’t find an apprenticeship. I know what you mean with regards to having a job that you can’t do without.. but, remember that although the apprenticeship period is 2 years, you don’t have to take the full time. As long as your portfolio is complete, I believe I’m right in saying that you can submit all of your work in as little time as 3 months. My “2 year apprenticeship” was completed, assessed and passed in 6 months 👍🏼 Let me know how you get on!

[@Heatingandplumbing1]

Your man Sam could of done bpec gas foundation over longer period at local colleges for less than 2k or funded if he is on jsa.

[@samlowe6814]

Unfortunately a longer period isn’t what I was looking for mate.. With bills to pay and kids to feed, I simply can’t afford the time. I considered doing my level 3 NVQ for another 2 years which meant I would have received my gas training and ACS for free, but in my case the quicker (albeit more expensive) route made more sense. If all goes as planned I will be qualified and out working 2 years sooner, hopefully making more than £7,000 in those two years! 😅

[@Heatingandplumbing1]

@@samlowe6814 m8 I understand the point of kids, I had 3 when I did my initial i actually did it over 2yrs. As I did my city n guilds level 2 in gas maintenance and repair then went on to do my bpec gas foundation both done at local colleges here in Scotland. 8 weeks isn't enough training bud. Local authority college training is better quality of training for newbies than private training centres. They are only good for your resits. More training equals more confidence.

[@samlowe6814]

I completely understand what you mean mate 👍🏼 Luckily I’m already fairly knowledgeable and I live, eat breath and dream about this stuff. I don’t want to do anything unless I do it really well. I’m going to make sure that when I go with an engineer to do my portfolio I will also learn as much as humanly possible rather than just throwing things together and ticking a box. Nice to hear from you 👍🏼

[@paulrossiter9567]

class video upload 👏👏👏 fk it I’m getting one of those bags ...they actually look decent 💪 good luck Jon it will all come good in the end. Never give up !

[@colinfleming2244]

Don't know if same on wbs as ideals but someone on other channel said should only have 1to3 degs diff temp on hot out and primary return

[@farukadam1696]

Good video mate Regards Faruk

[@matelotjim9035]

First Studio Ghibli, now advanced potion making from the HP world... These aren't plumbing videos, they're portals into PBs film library

[@stewartharrod1706]

Your videos are 👌awesome

[@garyredfern2542]

Dude, don't worry if some people don't like your videos. You can't please everyone all of the time. And if they leave a bad comment then fuck em. Good luck to the bloke doing the gas course. 👍👍

[@jonahs4521]

Another great video, with the "i fu*ked up" part, would be a good idea to get other trades/youtubers to do one like Jordan from artisan electrics or Green Hawk Construction, so people can see that in all trades you fu*k up and have accidents, look forward to your next video

[@edmetcalfe8974]

Is that 20 degree difference between flow and return the same for all combi boiler? If there is a problem am I correct in saying the difference in flow and return temperatures would be higher?

[@MrHukd]

hi paul, you mentioned to post a link to you previous video regarding the delta temp but i think you forgot lol, can you point me to it please

[@simonmander4314]

Great vid thanks PB! Does that Vaillant run on just a switch live too?

[@dw_plumbheat]

15 seconds in and I've laughed already... I constantly call myself a dick head at work... normally when you put that piece of pipe in the underside of a fitting without supporting it knowing full well its going to fall out the minute the blow torch touches it...

[@tonykyle5229]

On another topic, would you rather powerflush, magnaclense or thoroghflush?

[@jonhopkinson4083]

I'm that person I'm doin my nvq at 38 hopefully it's going to pay off 👍

[@PBPlumber]

Best of luck with it Jon 💯

[@jonhopkinson4083]

@@PBPlumber thank you mate 👍🏻

[@davidceredig-evans8772]

Did my NVQ 2 at 43yrs old in 2004 and still going strong!

[@SRTHEATINGANDGAS]

Good luck bud.

[@gregmartin352]

What has been leaking on the Nexgen DOC? Is it the nylon insert letting by? Thanks

[@waynedunne4838]

Hi PB great video as always, I'm looking to go into the heating and gas industry myself, I do think that £7k is a bit much to be paying out though. Is there a cheaper course? What if you were to just do tests after working with gas engineers for a while which I already do?

[@necropig]

so what was the outcome with the Worcester? I've had the paddle at the back of the diverter motor wear out over time causing it to mix with the CH

[@PBPlumber]

I’ve quoted to replace the diverter valve

[@necropig]

@@PBPlumber get the whole assembly with the paddle and motor just incase

[@keithbrueton]

Mate stop beating yourself up your videos are fantastic

[@BJ0BHAX]

I'm currently in engineering looking at fast track. 26 week course. Then a portfolio after with the training company. Is it too much to expect to go self employed straight away?

[@mgbroadsterJ]

You could of diagnosed that with a blind fold . cant be bothered with all that technology. I'm to old 😂

[@FandanGo66]

Congratulations 👍 (italian plumber)

[@tethadam6678]

Great

[@reliabill87]

Does tradify also do electrical certificates and legionella?

[@Connor-pt9om]

pump live is no good if the boiler doesnt have a perm live lol (old boiler)

[@ndelockedout]

Everyone starts on social media to help others and pass on info, sooner or later they all sell out to promote companies and apps etc.

[@PBPlumber]

Lot of time and effort goes into building a popular platform, don’t you think it’s a fair reward to get paid for all the time you put into it?

[@adrianflood5499]

@@PBPlumber I couldn’t agree with you more

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

his videos are exactly the same as before but with a very obvious promo bit in the middle which you can quite easily skip. radio and telly also has ads but we're all used to it.

[@metrotechguru5863]

Pete's videos never fail to be informative. I particularly like the diagrams he draws to illustrate plumbing concepts. If he's a "sellout", we could certainly use a lot more of them. I think your comment is just daft.

[@TheMaintenancePlumber]

So do you have to do level 2 and then a level NVQ

[@samlowe6814]

There are so many different ways mate.. I’d recommend contacting your local college or training centre, getting the info and seeing what suits you. Only you can decide which path will work for you 👍🏼

[@pauls826]

NOOOOOO!!!! Don’t use them nex gen drain offs there shite fitted about 6 of them 5 failed there okay on mains cold it’s when they go on hot or ch they start leaking 🙈🙈🙈

[@billyboardman7488]

That Sam is gorg 😍

[@PBPlumber]

Is gorg Welsh for boring?

[@samlowe6814]

I’ll definitely fit in on this channel then..

[@silvervanmanfly]

Hi PB, where is Sam based?

[@samlowe6814]

Hey Dave, a little town called Dolgellau in Wales 🤚🏼

[@silvervanmanfly]

Hi @@samlowe6814, thanks for the reply, I would have helped if you was closer by. I'm on the staffs/derbyshire border. Good luck in your pursuit. I did a similar thing to you 20 years ago now. Never looked back.

[@samlowe6814]

Thank you for the thought Dave! It’s reassuring to hear such confidence in the industry 💪🏼

[@davebayliss3142]

👏👏👏

[@paul_my_plumbs_uk]

Bring back sam 💯👍

[@samlowe6814]

🙌🏼

[@paul_my_plumbs_uk]

@@samlowe6814 almost finished 6035 level 2 and mission impossible finding a plumbers mate job at 55 😢😢😢

[@samlowe6814]

Ahh Paul I can imagine 😥 maybe it’s worth mentioning which area you are in and hope someone on here can help? Good luck!

[@paul_my_plumbs_uk]

@@samlowe6814 deepest darkest Romford Essex

[@finy900]

👍

[@plumbraider2265]

Are people seriously stealing ripped out boilers?

[@bern1e74]

Does us a massive favour.

[@plumbraider2265]

@@bern1e74 yeah they’re a pig to take with ya. I work for a company so when we have amassed 20 or 30 boilers or so we call recycling and they come get them

[@bern1e74]

They’d nick a baking tin if you left it outside long enough round here. 😂

[@sadeq48]

Hello

[@jaketurner8942]

Hey pb if u want a I fucked up story I've got a good one I have messaged you on Instagram @turnersplumbingltd will be happy to send you a story about it

[@TheFoolishboy9]

I've had 4 beers. i

[@PBPlumber]

Why only 4 😉

[@TheFoolishboy9]

@@PBPlumber A leaky gas fryer and a gas service at an old folks home.(Kitchen) tomorrow, so only 4 beers.

[@TheFoolishboy9]

@@PBPlumber I wish i was still doing domestic plumbing, instead of commercial catering, Then i could afford real beers, instead of these Aldi lagers.

[@metrotechguru5863]

@@TheFoolishboy9 Aldi lagers are horse piss mate. I really feel for you.

[@raxorlp9932]

25:20 bruh thos warranty stuff u see so often, its mostly just money grabing bullshit....