What should a plumber post on social media?

Direct Answer

A plumber should post practical maintenance tips, emergency prevention advice, water heater and drain education, customer reviews, before-and-after job photos, service-area reminders, and seasonal warnings. The goal is to be remembered and trusted before a pipe bursts, drain clogs, or water heater fails.

Best Post Categories For Plumbers

Strong plumbing content usually comes from everyday questions:

• "Where is your main water shutoff?"
• "Signs your water heater is failing."
• "What not to put down the drain."
• "When a leak needs emergency service."
• "How to prevent frozen pipes."
• "What happens during a plumbing inspection?"

A Simple Monthly Mix

Use this 12-post starter calendar:

1. Three maintenance tips.
2. Two emergency-prevention posts.
3. Two review or testimonial posts.
4. Two service explainers.
5. One project or job photo.
6. One service-area post.
7. One direct booking or call reminder.

Google Business Profile Ideas

For GBP, keep posts local and action-oriented. Mention services, service areas, seasonal problems, and when to call. Short posts about drain cleaning, leak repair, water heaters, and emergency availability can support customer confidence.

Real-World Example

A post saying "If your water heater is over 10 years old and making popping sounds, schedule an inspection before it fails" is more useful than a generic "Happy Monday" post.

What Most People Get Wrong

Plumbers do not need to be funny, trendy, or viral. They need to be useful and visible when homeowners have a problem.