Journeyman Jay Plumbing: March 2014

Thursday, March 27, 2014

PLUMBING: Standards, Codes, Regulations & Law

"Why are we talking about this. We're not lawyers, we're just plumbers!" retorted one of my fellow co-workers (back in early 2008).

He was correct that we were not lawyers. At least, I don't think anyone in the room was a lawyer. I only say that because some plumbers (usually ones not born into it through family), have had at least one type of career before entering the so-called "turd herder" trade. However, our work falls under many standards, codes, regulations, and laws.
Here is a short list (by no means all):

               National Plumbing Code of Canada
               Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
               Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act
               Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act - Plumbing Regulation
               Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act - Gas Fitting Regulation
               Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act - Permit Regulation
               Alberta Plumber Trade Regulation
               City of Edmonton Bylaw 15894 - Safety Codes Permit Bylaw

There are lots more. But this should give you good idea.

So next time you call a plumber, make sure he/she is in compliance with The Alberta Plumber Trade Regulation. Ask to see his/her Journeyman Plumber Certificate. If there are 2 plumbers at your house, at least one should be a Certified Journeyman. (They get wallet sized ones that they must carry).

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Small Job Plumbing Job YOU need done right?

We have planned for lots and lots of small plumbing jobs (in the Castle Downs Area of North Edmonton).

Small jobs like leaky faucets, mystery leaks under sinks, clogged sinks, weak flushing toilets, faucet replacements, toilet replacements, ... small jobs.

Why call us?

We live and work in your part of Edmonton (Castle Downs and surrounding area).
So travel time is almost non-existent, which means we do not charge for it. (saves YOU money).

If you are reading this, chances are good that you got one of our flyers. We personally deliver these flyers in between jobs. This keeps us familiar with our neighbourhood.

When you do call us, we will set a time with you and show up at that time. We will assess the job and give you a written estimate. If it is a really small job that we can do on the spot, with parts we already carry, then you may choose to do it then. If you want to think about, that's great too. There is no obligation and the estimate is free.

Give us call when it is convenient for you, and we will schedule a time just for you.

Thank you,

Jay Bortnik