Jan 03 2025 31 mins
Plumbing Insights and Community Contributions in The Villages
In this episode of the 'Open Forum in The Villages, Florida,' host Mike Roth talks with Tim Herndon and Keith Brendel from Tim Herndon Plumbing. They discuss the company's 13-year history, their focus on honest service, and their approach to common plumbing problems such as leaking faucets, water heaters, and disposals. Tim elaborates on the importance of maintaining both tank and tankless water heaters, including tips for decalcifying and draining sediments. They also touch on the benefits of water softeners and reverse osmosis systems. Additionally, Tim shares the company's initiative to educate young people through engineering camps. Listener support is emphasized with a call for donations to keep the podcast thriving.
00:00 Introduction to the Open Forum
00:27 Support the Podcast
01:39 Interview with Tim Herndon and Keith Brendel
03:21 Plumbing Tips and Advice
19:44 Alzheimer's Tip from Dr. Craig Curtis
21:40 What Makes Tim Herndon Plumbing Different
24:55 Common Plumbing Issues and Solutions
26:16 Encouraging Young People in Trades
28:35 Water Softener and Filtration Systems
30:45 Conclusion and Contact Information
Tim Herndon shows us what hard work, honesty, and taking initiative gets you! Starting his plumbing carer at age 17 digging ditches led to a 24-year career, building a business dedicated not only to taking care of customers but also providing a springboard for new generations to learn the trades.
Tim has also started an engineering camp for high schoolers to learn to use machines, basic tools to build, cook meals, and to learn to take pride in their work. Tim is a family man dedicated to his wife, kids, and the young people of the community.
Open Forum in The Villages, Florida is Produced & Directed by Mike Roth
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