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Three Reasons a Career in Plumbing Is Lucrative and Long Lasting
The general public may believe a career in plumbing is little more than a blue-collar job, but plumbing is a career that pays quite well. Job security is higher for plumbers than it is for nearly all other professions, and the pay is impressive. However, professional training for this trade is required as states have…
Benefits of Continuing Your Plumbing Education
Once you have established yourself as a plumber, you may feel as though you don’t need to keep furthering your education. However, failing to keep going with your studies could cause you to fall behind the pack in terms of further opportunities in a competitive field. The good news is that Illinois Plumbing Consultants makes…
Why a Shortage of Plumbers Could Hurt Home Builders
Home builders must rely on a number of contractors when building their homes, including plumbers. When those contractors aren’t available, builders aren’t able to build homes with proper plumbing installed in them. Here’s a closer look at why there’s a shortage of plumbers and what it may do to the home building industry. How the…
How Can Plumbing Training Help Me in Other Aspects of My Life?
Are you considering a plumbing career? Are you already a plumber but need help maintaining your education and licensure? Regardless of your preexisting plumbing knowledge, registering for training is always a great next step. Illinois Plumbing Consultants offers plumbing classes for new plumbers and those looking to perfect their skills. Yet, these classes do more…
Why Choose Plumbing as a Career?
Are you looking for a lucrative and fulfilling career option? Becoming a plumber could be the answer. At Illinois Plumbing Consultants, we have found there are many benefits to choosing plumbing as your career field. From excellent pay to an interesting line of work, you will find that these benefits make plumbing a career worth…
What to Know About Your Plumbing Apprenticeship Sponsor
If you are considering becoming a plumber, one of the steps in the process is holding a plumber apprenticeship. Illinois Plumbing Consultants offers license test preparation, which is the second part of this process. Here’s what you need to know about finding a sponsor and the benefits that come with having one. How a Sponsor…
Hands-On Plumbing Training Class in Illinois
When it comes to a hands-on industry like plumbing, sitting down and reading information from a book isn’t enough to prepare you for a job in the field. At Illinois Plumbing Consultants, we offer courses that combine lectures and presentations with practical applications of skills. Whether you’re a beginner who’s interested in entering the plumbing…
What Are the Sections of the Mock Exam?
At Illinois Plumbing Consultants, our goal is to prepare new plumbing professionals well for the licensure process. To make this easier, we offer a plumbing mock exam program. The Illinois Plumbing Practice Exam is designed to mirror the state licensure exam as closely as possible. It contains 50 multiple choice questions, and those questions are…
How Important Is it to Learn About Plumbing from Industry Experts?
When you’re thinking of pursuing a career in plumbing, one of the most important things you can do is find the right training. Your training sets the stage for your future, ensuring that you have the skills and knowledge to properly pass all of the necessary tests for your plumbing license. While you can find…
Common Plumbing Code Violations
Like electrical work, plumbing work in Chicago and the surrounding communities is subject to specific building codes to ensure all homes are safe, protected, and functional. Plumbing codes help ensure both the proper function of plumbing systems and the health and safety of the public and the people who use a property. Here are some…
