A plumber is gaining widespread attention for his heartwarming mission: assisting elderly and vulnerable individuals by providing plumbing repairs completely free of charge.
While every member of a community can benefit from help from their neighbors and friends, it is often the elderly and those with disabilities who require it the most. These individuals, fearing they may become a burden, seldom ask for assistance even when they desperately need it.
James, originally hailing from Liverpool, has made it his commitment to offer “free plumbing for life” to his customers. He firmly believes in the importance of humanity, emphasizing the need for people to look out for one another.
Although he has become an internet sensation due to his kind gesture, James refuses to take sole credit, emphasizing that his actions are a collective effort within the community.
Some may question what motivates the plumber to engage in these selfless acts. James simplifies his answer, stating that it fills him with a sense of internal goodness. “It makes me feel human, humble, and a little giddy inside… I want to expand this service across the country. I will never give up the fight,” he remarked. James aspires to extend their services beyond Burnley, and the attention garnered by the viral receipt could greatly aid in achieving this goal.
“I’ve received offers of help from other plumbers… My hope is to make Depher a national organization, serving every city and town,” James declared. His heartwarming story of repairing an elderly lady’s boiler without charging her has resonated deeply with people, including fellow plumbers. One plumber, Bruce Drury, expressed his support, sharing how he, too, offered significant discounts or performed jobs free of charge for elderly clients during his career.
He commended James for setting an inspiring example for fellow plumbers, acknowledging that their profession can be physically demanding and sometimes hazardous, making acts of kindness like James’s even more meaningful.
