Homeowners who learn how to fix certain problems around the house by attending plumbing courses will have those skills for the rest of their lives.
While technology will gradually progress over time, the basics of a property's water system are likely to stay the same for the foreseeable future.
This means that people who take plumbing courses and learn how to isolate pieces of equipment or cut and join pipes will be able to do so throughout their life.
A reporter from the Border Counties Advertizer said one of the key pieces of information individuals can learn is how to stop the flow of water to certain areas of a home.
The writer noted: "While you won't be able to do everything a professional can do, you may be able to make a start."
Last week, Plumbwise Wales announced plans to help out a homeowner in the Port Talbot area, offering the services of its tradesmen for free in order to give something back to the community.
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