No more Mr nice guy - Plumbing Zone

house plumber · 02-08-2010, 07:30 PM

So I did a water closet change out today and the Ho went to give me a $20 tip. Of course trying to be nice but really I wanted it I said "thanks but that's not necessary". Usually a Ho and I would go back and forth once or twice and I'll end up taking it. Not this guy, he said ok and shoved it back in his pocket. I was like D'OH. So I'm done. Next time I'm snatching from their hands.

Protech · 02-08-2010, 07:38 PM

I believe "thank you" is the correct response in that situation.

house plumber · 02-08-2010, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Protech

I believe "thank you" is the correct response in that situation.

it is now. i should go back and see if he'll give it to me.

SewerRatz · 02-08-2010, 07:45 PM

You are lucky he did not give you the tip. I found when home owners tip me, they jinx the job and we end up getting a call back.

ROCKSTARPLUMBER · 02-08-2010, 08:04 PM

What I find amusing is being the owner, and a customer not knowing that, and they try to tip me. Last customer, I made her keep it. I told her I was the owner, and that it was very much appreciated, but I do not want it.

ROCKSTARPLUMBER · 02-08-2010, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by house plumber

it is now. i should go back and see if he'll give it to me.

Yea, you ll be kicking yourself come Wednesday, and all your pocket money is about gone.

house plumber · 02-08-2010, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SewerRatz

You are lucky he did not give you the tip. I found when home owners tip me, they jinx the job and we end up getting a call back.

we have a kid at work that says that, kinda. Says if he finds money on the ground he leaves it cuz it brings bad luck. I was going to throw a ten a ground and watch him and see what he does with it.

AKdaplumba · 02-08-2010, 11:10 PM

i would of tackled him and taken it back

RealLivePlumber · 02-09-2010, 07:39 AM

If someone is handing me money, I sincerely thank them, and grab it quick, before they change their mind.

My little brother was working with me one afternoon. Lady goes to tip him a 20. He declines. We get it the truck, I was like WTF are you kidding me who are you, Trump. He says I didn't think we were allowed to accept tips.

That will never happen again. (I firmly believe that a tip is to show appreciation for excellent service. It is not mandatory, as some waitstaff would believe!! )

RedRubicon2004 · 02-09-2010, 07:41 AM

Charge him an extra $20 next time

02-08-2010, 07:30 PM	#1
house plumber S-Trap Super Star. Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Port Richey,Fl Posts: 1,392 My Photos	No more Mr nice guy So I did a water closet change out today and the Ho went to give me a $20 tip. Of course trying to be nice but really I wanted it I said "thanks but that's not necessary". Usually a Ho and I would go back and forth once or twice and I'll end up taking it. Not this guy, he said ok and shoved it back in his pocket. I was like D'OH. So I'm done. Next time I'm snatching from their hands.

02-08-2010, 07:38 PM	#2
Protech Super pex man Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Polk County, Florida Posts: 4,085 My Photos	I believe "thank you" is the correct response in that situation. __________________ Plumber, Repiping, Replumbing, Leak Detection, Solar Water Heater, Drain Cleaner, Pipe Leak, Polk County Plumber, Lakeland Plumber, Winter Haven Plumber, Haines City Plumber, Bartow Plumber

02-08-2010, 07:45 PM	#4
SewerRatz Illinois Licensed Plumber Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chicago Area Posts: 1,390 My Photos	You are lucky he did not give you the tip. I found when home owners tip me, they jinx the job and we end up getting a call back. __________________ Ron Hasil Lic #058-160417 A-Archer Sewer & Plumbing specializing in: Tankless Water Heaters \| Drain and Sewer Cleaning Sump and Ejector Pumps \| Backflow RPZ Testing

02-08-2010, 08:04 PM	#5
ROCKSTARPLUMBER Who farted? Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tallahassee Fl Posts: 3,555 My Photos	What I find amusing is being the owner, and a customer not knowing that, and they try to tip me. Last customer, I made her keep it. I told her I was the owner, and that it was very much appreciated, but I do not want it. __________________ Originally Posted by ghost wow thanks man actually my name is rauel and i watched a plumber once so i know what im doing. Tallahassee Plumber Plumbing plumbers

02-09-2010, 07:39 AM	#9
RealLivePlumber Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 610 My Photos	If someone is handing me money, I sincerely thank them, and grab it quick, before they change their mind. My little brother was working with me one afternoon. Lady goes to tip him a 20. He declines. We get it the truck, I was like WTF are you kidding me who are you, Trump. He says I didn't think we were allowed to accept tips. That will never happen again. (I firmly believe that a tip is to show appreciation for excellent service. It is not mandatory, as some waitstaff would believe!! ) __________________ RealLivePlumber We'll fix it, but it's gonna cost you.

02-08-2010, 11:10 PM	#8
AKdaplumba Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 179 My Photos	i would of tackled him and taken it back

02-09-2010, 07:41 AM	#10
RedRubicon2004 Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 71 My Photos	Charge him an extra $20 next time

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