Structural inspectors aren't the only ones who can tell if you're living in a s****y home. Plumbers can do that too. Recently, a plumber who goes by the nickname Bfizzle shared just a fraction of all the weird stuff he has seen on the job (unfortunately, Verizon lost a bunch of photos when he changed phones), but it's clear that too many contractors simply don't care what they're building.

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Your Sewer Is Blocked

Pipe clogged with tree roots uncovered by plumber during a field repair job in a dirt trench.

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"I'm 27 and live in the greater Seattle area. Been a plumber for 2 years and an apprentice 3 years before that," Bfizzle told Bored Panda. "I'd say one of the most common reasons I get called is because a house has cheap plumbing. For example, if you buy a $50 toilet, you're going to have issues with it in the near future."

Even a leaky faucet can become a big deal. For example, if it drips just once per second, it still can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water per year.
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    Candles Left On The Toilet Tank

    Burned toilet with melted tank and heavy black soot stain on the wall, showing a crazy plumbing job incident.

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    "Another big thing is that home builders don't ever think ahead, I had to replace a shower valve yesterday and there was a fireplace behind it so the only way to access it was to smash the tile inside the shower," the plumber explained.
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    Reach For It

    Bathroom plumbing setup showing a toilet and a sink with a toilet paper roll installed inside the countertop wall.

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    According to the professional, the easiest way to make sure your plumbing is in good condition is to make sure it's up to code. "The plumbing code exists for a reason, and just because an inspector passed off on it doesn't mean it is. Inspectors don't go in your crawl space and aren't really even tested on their code knowledge. A certified plumber will know."
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    I Guess It Works

    Bathroom sink faucet held with clamps to fix leak as plumber works on unusual plumbing repairs on the job.

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    Neat Tub Shower

    Wall covered entirely with pennies creating a shiny mosaic, a unique sight seen by a plumber on the job.

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    Also Found Digging

    Rusted old revolver found on a job site by a plumber after 2 years of unusual plumbing discoveries.

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    Don't Like The Leak? Put A Cork In It

    Old corroded plumbing valve with a cork plugged into the pipe, showing unusual plumbing job conditions.

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    Homeowner Did A Remodel, Needed To Downsize The Shower

    Small shower enclosure with frosted glass and a white frame in a tiled bathroom, showing typical plumber work conditions.

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    A Repurposed Toilet

    Toilet repurposed as a flower planter in a garden, one of the crazy things a plumber has seen on the job.

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    Why Does My House Smell Like S**t?

    Old rusty plumbing pipes and drains in a dirty crawl space with water damage, seen by a plumber on the job.

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    Homeowner Fixed His Own Leak

    Close-up of a plumber’s wrapped black PVC pipe under a building, showing a repair in a dark crawl space.

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    This Is Why Your Faucets Have Low Flow

    Close-up of a plumber's hand holding a heavily corroded and clogged pipe from years of plumbing work.

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    #13

    Yet Another Handyman Special

    Close-up of flexible and rigid plumbing pipes under a sink, showing common plumbing setup and connections.

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    #14

    Big Apprentice, Small Crawl Space

    Plumber working partially underground beside house wall in muddy outdoor area with tools and debris nearby

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    #15

    That's Not How Grounding Works

    Plumber job showing unusual pipe wiring with copper wire and valve attached to white wall in a basement setting.

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    Another Repurposed Toilet

    Toilet bowl repurposed as a barbecue grill with a metal grate, illustrating unusual plumbing job sights.

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    The Handyman Special

    Close-up of a plumber's repair work showing a pipe wrapped with bright yellow tape in a dim crawl space.

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    #18

    Don't Flush Tampons

    Plumber wearing black gloves holding removed plumbing debris with tools and a red bucket in a cluttered indoor workspace.

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    How Not To Stop A Leak

    Bathroom sink faucet clogged with an unusual object, showcasing a plumber's crazy things seen on the job.

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    No Words

    Plumber's unusual find: toilet seats decorated with vintage celebrity photos and handwritten messages at a job site.

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    #21

    This Is Why Your Kitchen Drain Backs Up

    Hand holding a heavily clogged pipe showing buildup and damage seen by plumber on the job.

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    #22

    An Old Water Heater

    Severely rusted plumbing fixture showing corrosion and decay as seen by a plumber on the job.

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    #23

    That's Not How Venting Works

    Gray Rheem water heater with unique bent metal pipes installed in a corner, plumbing job showing unusual pipe setup.

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    #24

    Hose Bib Leaking? Slap Another Valve On!

    Outdoor plumbing faucet attached to house wall with garden hose, surrounded by soil and green plants, illustrating plumber work.

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    How Not To Stop A Leak

    Old worn-out glove caught on copper plumbing pipes in an attic, illustrating unusual things seen by a plumber on the job.

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    Found Underground

    Old dirty glass bottle covered in mud and debris found on a plumbing job site among rocks and tree roots.

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    That's One Way To Replace A Water Heater

    Water heater with pipes and ductwork in a basement, part of plumbing equipment seen on the job by a plumber.




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