Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
How can you spot a fake plumber in just five seconds? 🚩
In this video, licensed master plumber Roger Wakefield breaks down the biggest red flags homeowners need to watch for before letting anyone touch their pipes.
From unmarked trucks and missing license numbers to cash-only “deals” and handwritten estimates on paper towels, you’ll learn exactly how unlicensed plumbers operate — and how to protect yourself from becoming their next victim.
⚠️ Hiring the wrong person can cost you thousands.
⚠️ No license could mean no insurance coverage.
⚠️ Cash jobs often mean no warranty, no receipt, and no accountability.
Roger explains:
Why licensed plumbers must display their license numbers (especially in Texas)
How to ask for a plumbing license the right way
Why you should always request a certificate of insurance (COI)
The #1 cash trap fake plumbers use to steal deposits
Why cheap plumbing can end up being VERY expensive
How to verify a license through the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
Whether you're a homeowner, a handyman, or a licensed plumber competing against unqualified workers, this video will open your eyes to what’s really happening in the industry.
Remember: Plumbing protects the health of the nation. Gas lines, sewage, and scalding water are not DIY experiments.
If you’ve ever hired a fake plumber and regretted it, drop your story in the comments.
👍 Like this video if it helped.
🔔 Subscribe and ring the bell to learn more about plumbing, permits, pricing, and protecting your home.
📤 Share this with someone who needs to see it before their next repair.
Download the Wakefield App ▶️ https://wakefield.app/
Join our FREE community ▶️ discord.gg/zu3KHudqAB
Get More Calls, Close More Jobs —Without Lifting a Finger! ▶️ rogersmarketingmachine.com
Get the BEST Leak Detection Equipment ▶️ leak-pro.com
▶️ My favorite equipment & tools on Amazon - amazon.com/shop/rogerwakefield
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*NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at NO COST TO YOU. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!
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Thanks for watching! I'm Roger Wakefield, The Expert Plumber, and welcome to my channel. On this channel, it's ALL about plumbing. We play games, we experiment, and we have FUN here, talking and learning about all things plumbing!
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How can you spot a fake plumber in just five seconds? 🚩
In this video, licensed master plumber Roger Wakefield breaks down the biggest red flags homeowners need to watch for before letting anyone touch their pipes.
From unmarked trucks and missing license numbers to cash-only “deals” and handwritten estimates on paper towels, you’ll learn exactly how unlicensed plumbers operate — and how to protect yourself from becoming their next victim.
⚠️ Hiring the wrong person can cost you thousands.
⚠️ No license could mean no insurance coverage.
⚠️ Cash jobs often mean no warranty, no receipt, and no accountability.
Roger explains:
Why licensed plumbers must display their license numbers (especially in Texas)
How to ask for a plumbing license the right way
Why you should always request a certificate of insurance (COI)
The #1 cash trap fake plumbers use to steal deposits
Why cheap plumbing can end up being VERY expensive
How to verify a license through the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
Whether you're a homeowner, a handyman, or a licensed plumber competing against unqualified workers, this video will open your eyes to what’s really happening in the industry.
Remember: Plumbing protects the health of the nation. Gas lines, sewage, and scalding water are not DIY experiments.
If you’ve ever hired a fake plumber and regretted it, drop your story in the comments.
👍 Like this video if it helped.
🔔 Subscribe and ring the bell to learn more about plumbing, permits, pricing, and protecting your home.
📤 Share this with someone who needs to see it before their next repair.
Download the Wakefield App ▶️ https://wakefield.app/
Join our FREE community ▶️ discord.gg/zu3KHudqAB
Get More Calls, Close More Jobs —Without Lifting a Finger! ▶️ rogersmarketingmachine.com
Get the BEST Leak Detection Equipment ▶️ leak-pro.com
▶️ My favorite equipment & tools on Amazon - amazon.com/shop/rogerwakefield
________________________________________________________________________________________________
*NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at NO COST TO YOU. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for watching! I'm Roger Wakefield, The Expert Plumber, and welcome to my channel. On this channel, it's ALL about plumbing. We play games, we experiment, and we have FUN here, talking and learning about all things plumbing!
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