Couldn't fit it all in the title, but why is it that although there are hundreds of plumbers in the phone directory, that I can't seem to get one that would come and swap some taps over in the bathroom without trying to rip me off for doing it? Or indeed getting a plumber that will even turn up when agreed, if at all, and if they do turn up will actually seem to know what the hell they're doing?

well you know your answer.... become a plumber

I've already got a job though!
And I'd rather get someone who knows what they're doing...if possible. And I bet the same goes for electricians too. And probably all tradesmen. Or am I a little bit cynical? lol

fluttering eyelashes n showing a bit of leg or cleavage usually helps matterrs but you my friend are knackd

Ooooh don't get me started on central heating blokes! Last year I had a problem with the boiler and it took 4 different guys looking at it before I finally bunged a new pump in it myself, which sorted it

hehehe they crude businessmen or should i say greedy messers!!

was married to a plumber. he flooded the house more times than you could imagine. now i do my own plumbing if i can. wouldn't trust him anywhere near my taps.