What are the pro’s & cons of being a plumber? 

Pros

• There is a steady demand for plumbing professionals, which is not going to disappear anytime soon (and with Brexit, this demand will only increase)
• Skills learnt in plumbing are vital to any country around the world, so your skills won’t be outdated as years go by
• Physical work keeps you physically fit and mentally aware
• You can turn it into a business and be your own boss
• New challenges develop your skills and you learn as you go along (and grow as a person)
• The cash flow can be very good if you are established

Cons

• Awkward working hours if you are self employed
• Difficult and hard work because you are constantly driving and moving
• If you are new to the trade, you’ll have to find someone to offer you an apprenticeship. It can be difficult to find someone to take you under your wing.
• In the early stages it will be difficult to get your name out and many marketing companies will take advantage of non-market savvy plumbers (I have seen this happen many times)
• Though the vast majority of customers pay, you’ll get those who won’t pay after the job is done. It happens and the plumber ends up taking the hit.
• See this post for the skills needing to become a plumber.