[evolved_rage]

I've also heard that there is something a plumber can do while fitting copper pipes that makes the joints not last as long, so as to get repeat business. I believe this scam is harder to do with plastic. Have you heard of that???

[Jhoffa_]

No, I haven't..

I suppose it's possible to do a superficial joint or somethign that wouldn't last as long, but by and large a good solder joint should last as long as the plumber does.