A number of homes in the North Texas area use natural gas to fuel appliances like gas stoves, clothes dryers, water heaters, fireplaces, and furnaces. Many believe gas is a more efficient and cost effective source to heat their homes and cook their food. But once that gas is turned off, getting it turned back on is a long and expensive process. Why Turn Off the Gas? Let's quickly go over why you or the gas company might need the gas turned off in the first place. Gas leaks You … [Read more...]
Need a Good Job? Why You Should Consider Being a Plumber
The plumbing industry is in the middle of a serious crisis. There is a massive shortage of licensed plumbers not just in Texas but in the country. All of us in the skilled trades industries have watched for years as the pool of qualified candidates shrinks to almost nothing. And every year with those smaller numbers, more and more licensed plumbers are near or at retirement age. (The average age of a licensed plumber is around 55.) Why Is There a Shortage of Plumbers? Go to college so … [Read more...]
