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Plumbers work with pipes. From the distant (Roman) past until fairly recently, when we realised it can poison the water running through it, water pipes tended to be made from Lead.
Lead is 'Plumbum' in latin. (I know, laugh it up...)
So people who worked with lead were 'Plumbarius' which has been corrupted to Plumber.
What else can I help you with?
Why is lead used by plumbers?
Lead is not used by most modern plumbers.
Were there plumbers in the 1950's?
Yes. As long as there has been piped water there has been plumbers.
How did the profession of plumber get its name?
In roman times pipes were made from lead, and plumbers are named after the latin word for lead, plumbum.
What is the plural noun for plumber?
The plural of plumber is plumbers. For example: She had to call out three different plumbers before the problem was fixed.
How much do plumbers charge to replace the toilet kit?
Most plumbers would charge 2 hours to replace a complete toilet.
What is the motto of Pimlico Plumbers?
The motto of Pimlico Plumbers is 'The First Name In Plumbing'.
What is the name of a US spy group?
the Plumbers
Can you give me the name of a plumber within 10 miles of Wexford, PA?
There are a number of reputable plumbers within a 10 mile radius of Wexford, Pennsilvania. Here are a list of some plumbers you can try, Sullivan Super Service, eLocal Plumbers.
Humble Plumbers?
Humble Plumbers
What is the name of episodes 12 in ben 10 alien force?
plumbers helpers
Was the secret special unit created to keep leaks of information from getting to the public during Nixon's presidency.?
"The White House Plumbers" or just "the Plumbers." They were called the Plumbers because they fixed leaks.
Plumbers Pasadena TX?
Plumbers Pasadena TX
Humble TX Plumbers?
Humble TX Plumbers
When was Pimlico Plumbers created?
Pimlico Plumbers was created in 1979.
What is Pimlico Plumbers's population?
Pimlico Plumbers's population is 150.
Who is the saint for plumbers?
Saint Vincent Ferrer is the patron saint of plumbers.
Why is lead used by plumbers?
Lead is not used by most modern plumbers.
