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In this lesson, we will learn phrases you may use when talking about home-related problems.
Hello, May I speak with the apartment manager?
This is apartment manager speaking. How can I help you?
Hello, Genie. Sammy here. I'm in apartment 10.
My kitchen sink is clogged and I need you to send a plumber as soon as possible.
All right. I'll send the plumber tomorrow.
Genie, I'd appreciate it if you could send someone to fix it today. The sink is all backed up. I can’t do the dishes…
I understand your problem, Sammy. But, I really can’t help. All the plumbers are out on calls right now.
Well, Ok then. But, could you send someone later today if a plumber becomes available? It's really a bother.
Sure. I will. But you’re first on the list tomorrow morning if one doesn’t.
Thanks. I appreciate it.
So, what's wrong in the bathroom?
I think there's something wrong with the drain. The tub is backed up.
Let me take a look. You know what, Honey? It looks like the drain is clogged with hair.
Well, I guess my roommate didn't clean the tub after taking a bath.
Maybe. You should ask her to always get her hair out of there so this won’t happen again.
Ok, but what should I do now?
Don't worry. Just get some drain cleaner. It'll dissolve all hair and other waste materials in the pipe.
Gosh. That’s gross!
What’s that noise?
Oh, that! The faucet is dripping again!
Oh, my God. Man, you're going to get a pretty high water bill this month, not to mention the waste!
I know. I'm going to get it fixed this weekend.
Why don't you get it fixed now? I have the number of a good plumber. You can call him.
I wish I could. But, I have a really urgent meeting in half an hour.
Well, if you want I can stay at your apartment and wait for the plumber.
Really? That is so sweet of you. You’re really great!
Hey! What are friends for? Should I call the plumber now?
Oh, yeah. Sure. Once he is done just give him the money from the first drawer in my cupboard.
Genie. There's no water. What's going on?
Not even a single drop of water?
None whatsoever. Could you call the administration office?
Sure. But, there was a notice on the board last evening about the water pressure being low for two days.
Oh, great! But, Genie, if the pressure is low, how come there’s no water? There should be at least some.
I’ll call the janitor and ask him.
Ok. Thanks Genie. Let me know what you find out.
My kitchen sink is clogged and I need you to send a plumber as soon as possible.
I'd appreciate it if you could send someone to fix it today. The sink is all backed up.
I think there's something wrong with the drain. The tub is backed up.
It looks like the drain is clogged with hair.
The faucet is dripping again!
I'm going to get it fixed this weekend.
There's no water. What's going on?