When a Plumber Turns Into a Full‑Length Drama
It all started with a leaking pipe and a frantic need for a quick fix. Li Chen Tien, a 33‑year‑old pharmacist, wanted just one thing: a plumber who could patch her pipe before she’d have to make a dramatic rescue of two months’ worth of breast milk in her freezer.
The Wrong Call
After calling a local handyman she spotted on a flyer outside her home, Li began a frantic series of phone calls. The dude in question was a bit shy about his rates—no phone quote, no price—but when he finally inspected the damage, he straight up quoted a cool $220.
Li and her husband were like, “No way.” They offered $20 to tempt him into starting, but the plumber politely declined a quick cash settlement and stubbornly refused to leave the property. The couple eventually settled on $150 and the plumber agreed to redo someone’s job.
A Half‑Hour of Fail‑Focusing
The plumbing team spent about an hour and a half attempting to fix the leak. “They kept telling us their tools weren’t suitable for the job and wanted more money to continue,” Li explained to the local newspaper. In the end, they swapped out a pipe and reinstalled the original parts—costing the couple $150.
The Unexpected Fallout
Things didn’t just stay on the “we’re getting done” track. When Li turned on the washing machine, water sprayed out like a geyser, even bigger than the original leak. “It was worse than before,” she said.
When she confronted the plumber, his response was less than classy: “You’re crazy.” He even blocked her number. Li, fed up, called the police.
The Aftermath
The next day, the plumber returned around 1 pm. According to Li, he used “vulgarities” and once again refused to let her in. “I didn’t open the door, but I called the police,” she recounted.
With authorities on scene, the plumber supposedly agreed to return $100 to the couple. Both parties signed an informal agreement. Li wrote in the note: “I agreed to pay the plumber $50 for his transportation out of kindness.”
All in all, what began as a simple plumbing job spiraled into a full‑scale comedy‑drama that could have been a sitcom plot—except it was an actual lived experience. Luckily, the mild incident ended with a refund, but the saga serves as a cautionary tale: always double‑check who’s on the phone line before handing over the keys.
Li’s Budget‑Winning Move
Guess what happened? Li finally found a person who put the finishing touches on the job for just $50. Talk about a sweet deal!
Why it mattered
- The original cost was a mountain of cash.
- Li needed a quick turnaround without breaking the bank.
- That $50 hero turned the project into a no‑fuss success.
Feel the satisfaction
Nothing beats smiles when a task is done, and the paycheck stays cozy. Li’s budget‑savvy choice? Pure joy for everyone involved!
Plumber claims customer called at midnight
Neon‑Lit Plumbing Drama: A Midnight Leak Mishap
Who’s in the Picture
- Shin Min – the homeowner who’s had enough of the plumbing chaos.
- Li the plumber – the guy who pulled the plug on this whole saga.
The Ripple Effect of a Tiny Leak
Li says he clocked about three to four hours at Shin‑Min’s place, hunting down two stubborn water leaks. “She tossed her money like a bad poker hand and said I’m not paying,” he claims. “I had to offer a sweet discount— finished it up for $150.”
Price Wars, Midnight Calls, and Sleepless Nights
“I’d just settled into bed when a frantic midnight call rang from Li, begging me to fix a pipe emergency,” Li recounts. He’s not surprised. “Shouldn’t I sleep in? Why not mug the problem until tomorrow?” he whispers to no one but the dark side of the wall.
Normally, Li would nail down the cost before starting work. In this case, the picture was blurry from the get‑go, so the price got a bit of a lean.
Refund Reality Check
When Shin‑Min sighed, “I made two trips and I only got $50, I didn’t earn anything,” Li flashed a half‑smile. The plumber had already handed a full $100 refund.
HDB Gets Involved: Do You Own It? (Yes, You Do!)
Housing Development Board (HDB) reminds flat owners that you’re the boss of your home’s interior, including fixtures, fittings, and that troublesome plumbing system.
- HDB advises hiring contractors with due care and diligence.
- They’ll give you a list of trusted contractors—but picture it more like a friendly leaderboard than a definitive pick.
So, next time a midnight leak knocks on your door, remember: Better to hand over the cash the right way, or you might just find yourself stuck in a stress‑filled meeting with a plumber who thinks a midnight call is a personal crisis. Stay hydrated, stay prepared, and maybe let your plumber know the shortcut to a midnight funeral rather than a faucet’s demise. And hey, always double‑check the bill before the hour hand hits midnight!
