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Considering Plumbing Courses In The UK?

Why Not Make The Change And Develop A Plumbing Career?

Plumbers are always in demand throughout the UK whatever the time of year. It's true to say we've seen a temporary lull in construction, but the demand for domestic plumbers still exceeds supply. We constantly hear how difficult it is to get someone to fix a leaking tap or sort out a bathroom toilet. Plus people change their bathrooms and kitchens more often than they used to, which provides a constant supply of work for certified plumbers. So if it's time to make a change, a closer look at a plumbing career could offer everything you need.

FREE In-Depth Training and Career Report

Whether you're already quite handy, or it's all completely new to you, once you're trained and certified there's work to be had. To get you off to the best start, we've prepared an in-depth downloadable training report that we're making available to you free of charge. With so many different companies providing varying standards of training and exams, you'll find the information invaluable.

We recommend you download the book first and take time to get to grips with its contents. Then get back onto this website and go to any of the retraining sites that appear on this page. It might be an idea to bookmark it now so it's easy to find again.

Build A Business Of Your Own

One of the most appealing things about retraining to become a plumber (or any other tradesperson for that matter) is the idea of being self-employed. Generally speaking most newly trained plumbers over thirty go for domestic work that they can take care of by themselves. It makes a lot of sense when you look at how much work is available, and how much money can be made when you've built your reputation.

As time goes on, most of your work should come as a result of recommendations from others - always ask for referrals. You'll learn your industry skills through a training college, but it's equally important to learn how to deal with people. Getting along well with just one person may lead to many lucrative contracts. Politeness and good manners will always be remembered.

More often than not, plumbers in the commercial environment are employed to work a maximum forty hour week. But if you're going down the domestic route, those hours should be a tad more flexible. Householders are often out at work themselves, and plumbers who are prepared to work some evenings and weekends can significantly boost their income.

You'll Always Be Able To Find Work...

There's a good deal of security when you've got the right plumbing skills. You'll be able to turn your hand to any number of jobs. Emergency work makes you a hero, and everybody loves a new bathroom or kitchen so each job can be really satisfying. There's also a lot of variety, as you work in different homes with different clients. Plus you get to choose to work you take on.

To be competitive but still make decent money you'll need to get good at quoting accurately for jobs. As well as your time, you have to include your overheads and any materials that will be needed. Once you've done a few, it will all become very routine. Some of the commercial training centres will give guidance on this.

How Can I Get Started?

Both Further Education colleges and private training companies should feature basic plumber training in City & Guilds certifications. Young trainee plumbers in their teens tend to go for work experience as well as college to get practical NVQ certifications as well. On the other hand, adult students who are looking to change careers tend to train part time. This is why the various plumbing training companies offer courses that students can go through in their own time. Commercial trainers have higher fees than FE colleges, but students can progress more quickly if they purely concentrate on the skills needed for self-employed domestic work.

Useful Add-Ons

When you do your training course, you'll learn all about common plumbing processes and the key principles you need to know. Most colleges also offer additional skills training which you could consider if you want to offer a bigger package to your customers. Popular courses cover domestic electrical work, tiling and plastering, unvented hot water storage systems, kitchen fitting, bathroom fitting, energy efficiency, water regulations and of course gas.

The more skills you can offer the better business you'll have. You'll attract a bigger customer base and keep more of the profits for yourself. Householders much prefer taking on tradesmen and women with a multitude of skills.

If you're looking to change careers and want reliable, well-paid on-going work, this could well be the right choice for you.