Transforming a day in the life of a plumber

An attempt to depict how choosing the right product can simplify an installer's daily routine

A well-executed job usually begins with sourcing the correct product. This is because good, reliable products, like pipe, tend to be useful across jobs - once discovered the pipe can be relied upon to mould itself to almost any plumbing application. The challenge then, is to find a first-rate product and then stick with it. This can save the plumber valuable effort that goes into finding an apt pipe system for every new job. In fact, that extra effort can be channeled into the actual plumbing installation itself so that the result is perfect every time.

The following narrative about the day in the life of a plumber attempts to depict how choosing a better-quality, multi-dimensional product like Speedfit Layflat pipe can ease an installer's entire day whilst on the move.

A typical plumber's (let's call him Matt) day may begin with a visit to a plumbers' merchant to pick up some pipe and material. Now, Matt has always stuck with good old reliable copper pipe for all his previous installations. Acting on a suggestion from a fellow veteran in the field, he decides to buy Layflat instead; Layflat is a pipe system that lays flat, stays flat and is ultra flexible at all times. Even though Matt is a skeptic when it comes to plastic, he decides to test the new product to give it a chance. He spots the first advantages when he begins to load the pipe in his vehicle; traditionally, copper pipe requires a roof rack to transport it easily from place to place. Feeding the cumbersome lengths onto the roof can be time-consuming and inconvenient, especially if the weather is bad. The pipe's weight only adds to the difficulty. Conversely, Matt noticed that Speedfit Layflat is light and convenient as it curls up easily into a clean, compact coil and can be stored and transported without trouble. He managed to save both time and effort even before he reached the installation location.

On reaching the job site, Matt unloads his pipe, noticing the difference in handling to stiff copper pipe. Firstly, there was no strain to his muscles whilst transporting the pipe indoors as Layflat is light, almost weightless. Copper in comparison can be unwieldy and heavy; unwieldy because the lengths need to be maneuvered onto site carefully so as to avoid any scratching of painted walls or expensive furniture.

Plumbing is the kind of job that requires you to stand on ladders and run pipe through joists or get on your knees to thread pipe under floorboards and up to radiators. This job is strenuous and physically taxing in any case; it is useful to find a product that eases the job rather than makes it trickier. Matt knows how difficult it can be to unwind stiff pipe, particularly on a cold day. Speedfit Layflat eliminates that worry as it curves and twists effortlessly as it comes off the coil to mould itself to any plumbing or heating installation. In fact, it even lies completely flat, which means gone are the days when the pipe would re-coil back and catch you unawares!

Wastage is minimized if not eliminated by Layflat as you can decided exactly how much pipe is required for the project. In comparison, copper straights have to be utilised completely or the excess material is usually thrown away as it cannot be re-used. So, Matt manages to save both money and material on the job.

Finally, quality and reliability are of utmost importance when choosing a product to stick with. When Matt chose Speedfit Layflat, he had never used it before. However, he was aware that picking a brand that has a strong engineering background and low failure rates was a good option. Reliability is top-of-mind for customers. A plumber must realize that when he chooses to use a particular product on a project, he is indirectly endorsing that product to his customers. This makes choosing the right product all the more significant. In this case, Matt discovered that Layflat was under wraps for months before being released to the public; in fact, JG Speedfit is a UK manufacturer of over 50 years with product quality at the core of its manufacturing process.

Therefore, in essence, the example of Matt and the Layflat pipe successfully demonstrates the abilities of a pipe system that enables speed and ease of use. Not only does it save time and effort, it also minimises wastage, is reliable and ultimately reduces costs. The trick is to pinpoint what works well, consistently. It is not only important to work hard to earn your wages - it is imperative to work smart. That's what separates the experts from the amateurs.