Did You Know | Plumbing in Ancient History

When we think of plumbing today, things like pipes, drains, and fixtures generally come to mind—but where did it all begin? The word “plumbing” was derived from plumbum, the Latin word for lead, as this was the material from which pipes were once made. As ancient civilizations such as the Roman, Greek, Indian, Persian, and Chinese continued to develop and grow, so did the need for potable water and waste drainage for public baths.

Plumbing systems remained slow, few, and far between until the 1800s, when modern cities’ population densities increased.
Modern technological advances coupled with public health concerns eventually led to the development of waste disposal and sewage treatment systems, as well as safer alternatives to lead pipes.

Today, plumbers specialize in installing and maintaining potable water, sewage, and drainage systems. Companies like Mr. Rooter serve the Prescott plumbing and drain cleaning needs of both residential and commercial customers in AZ.