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Z Plumberz offer comprehensive plumbing solutions

It’s as simple as A to Z.

For the hard working team at Z Plumberz offering the most comprehensive plumbing solutions anyone could need, whether for a home owner or business entrepreneur, is at the core of who they are.

Simply put the local company is all about helping people find the right fixes for all types of perplexing plumbing problems.

Led by a dedicated team of plumbers knowing their business from front to back, and up and down, is a critical aspect of what makes them so valued in the community.

“Training is a huge part of who we are,” says Tony Borrelli, another one of the company’s leaders. “We focus on learning, testing and all forms of education. We do a lot of training ourselves, with classroom work and ongoing instruction for all of our apprentices and any team members who are on the frontlines of the business. This is essential, especially with all of the technology changes happening every day it seems.”

Z Plumberz prides itself on being able to handle any type of work in a house, from the basement to the top floor, and considers itself a truly one-call shop when it comes to potential plumbing issues. Most of its general business is in the residential sector, working on everything, including the kitchen sink, so to speak.

“We have a large and very capable team and the capability of handling anything,” says Grybas. “That’s why people call us.” master plumber with more than 20 years of experience.

“I like being able to help people out,” he says. “When we go into people’s homes most times we’re there on their worst day, and if we can make it better for them that’s pretty satisfying. When we take care of a problem it’s a good feeling for sure.” and managers the company is an integral part of the family of companies operated by BELFOR Restoration, a nationally known property restoration firm.

“We don’t just sell stuff, we focus on service,” says Peter Grybas, one of the franchise’s leaders. “We do it right from a to z, and we make sure our service work is done correctly and solves problems for people in need.”

Z Plumberz employs 22 staff, including master and journeymen plumbers, and

Operating since 2019, Z Plumberz has helped thousands of clients including residential customers, with plenty of repeat business. The company has also been involved in larger scale work, helping build out schools in Detroit, working on remodels for businesses like Starbucks and plenty of industrial jobs as well. Grybas, who went to school in Plymouth and has lived in the community for nearly 50 years, owned the Penn Deli on Penniman Avenue at one time. His main role at Z Plumberz is focused on sales, marketing, administration, HR and, as he says, whatever needs the most attention.

Besides working on new plumbing systems for build outs, Z Plumberz focuses on service work, sewer repair and replacements, and technology challenges. Technology is a critical part of the company’s solutions and they can be found doing anything from adding smart home devices that handle automatic water shutoffs to touch-free faucets, heated toilets, showers with touch screens and anything else connected to the world of “smart house” systems.

More traditional plumbing services include water heater repair, toilet repair, drain cleaning and unclogging, faucet repair, shower and tub repair, dishwasher repair, hydro jetting, and trenchless pipe repair.

Considered by many as one of the best local plumbing outfits in Detroit, Westland, Canton, Plymouth, Novi, and surrounding areas, Z Plumberz takes pride in the trust it has built with its customers. A 24/7 in-house call center ensures homeowners can always talk to a live person on the phone and get a service scheduled right away.

Borrelli, who also lives in Plymouth, is a

“I love this business,” says Grybas. “I’m in the community and it’s important to me to make sure what we do is done right and helps solve the plumbing challenges we all seem to face at one time or another.” emphasizes patriotic and Americana themes as well as movie music and other popular pops compositions.

For more information about Z Plumberz, visit www.zplumberz.com or call (734) 619-0880.

Many people may not realize it, but Michigan’s top regional symphony doesn’t shut down for the summer. In fact, it’s the perfect time for the Michigan Philharmonic to go on the road and share its brand of classical and summer-style pops music.

“Summer is one of our favorites to showcase who we are,” says Beth Stewart, executive director of the Philharmonic. “We truly enjoy performing outside and seeing so many faces in the various communities we visit.” with an “Armed Series Salute,” the “1812 Overture” and “Stars and Stripes Forever” among many other pieces.

Led by longtime Music Director and Conductor Nan Washburn, who will be entering her 25th season leading the group this year, the concerts are planned throughout July and August.

First up is the Phil’s annual home town concert in Plymouth’s Kellogg Park. Set for Saturday, July 1, the annual “An American Salute” patriotic concert begins at 7 p.m. and includes a special guest conductor. The concert will be presented through the support of the Plymouth Community Arts Council and the Wilcox Foundation.

A week later, on Wednesday, July 12 the Philharmonic returns again to downtown Detroit and the Campus Martius Park along Woodward Avenue for another “Superheroes & Beyond” concert. This event is a celebration of movie themes with numbers from “Superman” to “The Incredibles,” as well as “The Sound of Music.” The free concert begins at 5:30 p.m.

Three days later music lovers can join the Philharmonic as it travels to Kensington Metropark for its annual performance along Maple Beach. The Saturday, July 15 concert features “Movie Icons & Superheroes.” The event begins at 7:30 p.m. and there is a fee to enter the park.

Michigan Phil travels again to the historic Eleanor and Edsel Ford Estate in Grosse Point, featuring another movie-themed performance. There is an event cost for the 6:30 p.m. concert; visit www.fordhouse.org for details.

“It’s a busy time for us,” says Stewart. “Not only are we deep into planning our next season but we offer many opportunities to enjoy music throughout the summer.”

A fundraising event for the Philharmonic is also being planned at the historic Wilcox House in downtown Plymouth this summer and another one in October to support the organization’s numerous educational programs for community youths.

This fall sees the beginning of the Philharmonic’s 78th season. With a goal to remind everyone that “All We Need is Music,” it will include a series of eight concerts from September through the spring of 2024.

With concerts in Plymouth, Milford, downtown Detroit, Grosse Pointe and Port Austin, the Phil’s free outdoor series

Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets and take over Kellogg Park for what Stewart says will be a fun evening for young and old alike while also honoring veterans

Then in August the Phil makes its second trip to Michigan’s thumb area for “Movie Icons & Superheroes.” The Saturday, Aug, 19 concert will be performed at Gallup Park in Port Austin located along Lake Huron. The free show begins at 4 p.m.

On Saturday, Aug. 25 the

New for the season will be two concerts in Northville as well as traditional favorites like Halloween, holiday pops and the “minis masterpieces” series at St. John’s. Full details about the concert lineup and themes will be released to the public in July.

For information on any of the Philharmonic’s summer or fall concerts go to michiganphil.org or call (734) 451-2112.