In 2015, I Was Diddy’s Plumber, and What I Found Hidden in His Basement Will Shock You
I wasn’t too eager to share this story, to be honest. It’s not because it’s some huge secret, but more because a lot of what I’m about to tell you might feel like something you’ve already heard somewhere. Still, I guess it’s worth sharing, especially since it’s something I experienced firsthand—something I saw with my own eyes. I remember that day so vividly, like it happened just yesterday. Funny how some memories stay so fresh in your mind, right?
Anyway, this all took place back in late 2015. At that time, I worked for a company that specializes in high-end custom plumbing installations. It’s not your average plumbing gig—not even close. We catered to people with serious money—folks with mansions, luxury estates, and lifestyles most of us only see on TV. We weren’t just about installing fixtures; we also designed and created custom pieces. Everything we did was bespoke, tailored to what the client wanted. And let me tell you, the clients we dealt with were usually celebrities, business moguls, or just insanely wealthy individuals.
This particular job wasn’t an exception. We had actually worked on this house before, back when it had a different owner. I had been there myself to install some plumbing fixtures for the previous guy, but this time we got a new order, and it was from none other than Diddy himself. Yeah, that Diddy. Apparently, he’d bought the place and wanted to upgrade the plumbing to match his taste—something unique, exclusive, and of course, ridiculously expensive.
The order was no joke. He wanted two sinks made entirely of marble—not just any marble, but imported rare stuff that had to be sourced from overseas. The faucets were even crazier—solid gold with embedded Swarovski crystals. And then there was the jacuzzi. This wasn’t your run-of-the-mill jacuzzi; it was a massive piece, also made of the finest marble, with inlaid gemstones that lit up with custom LED lighting. Just hearing the specs made my head spin. This was a big deal for us—a lucrative project that would bring in serious money. The materials alone were worth a fortune, and the labor costs were no small thing either. But Diddy wasn’t messing around; he wanted everything done as quickly as possible and was willing to pay extra for speed. He made sure payments came through on time, and when we finished phases of the job ahead of schedule, he even threw in bonuses. It was the kind of job you dream about as a contractor.
Now, you might be wondering why anyone would spend that kind of money on sinks or a jacuzzi. I get it; it sounds crazy. I mean, hundreds of thousands of dollars just to wash your hands or take a bath? But that’s the thing with rich people—they have their own tastes, their own standards, and their own way of seeing the world. What seems extravagant to us is just normal to them. It’s a different reality.
Once the materials arrived, we got to work right away. Everything was custom-made according to his exact specifications. The first part of the job was installing the jacuzzi, so we loaded up our gear and headed to the house. When we arrived, the place was crawling with security. Diddy wasn’t there, but his people were everywhere, keeping an eye on everything. After unloading the materials, they showed us where we’d be working.
Now, normally you’d expect something like this to go in a prime spot—maybe on the main floor near a pool area or somewhere that guests could see and admire. But this time, I was in for a surprise. They led us to the basement. We went down a staircase that felt like it led to a whole different world. At the bottom, there was this massive heavy black metal door. It looked like something out of a movie—like a vault or a bunker. The door was open, so we stepped inside.
What I saw there I’ll never forget. The first room we entered was unlike any basement I’d ever seen. It wasn’t some dingy storage area or a casual hangout space; this was a full-blown entertainment zone. There was a bar, a small stage, and even two stripper poles. I remember those poles so clearly—they were polished to a shine, almost like they were waiting for a performance. Beyond that was another large room, and that’s where we were supposed to install the jacuzzi and the sinks.
It struck me as odd. Usually, people like to show off their wealth, putting extravagant fixtures in places where guests can see them. But here, everything was tucked away, almost hidden. It felt like this space was meant for a very specific private group of people. But hey, it wasn’t my place to ask questions. My job was simple: do the work, do it well, and get paid.
The jacuzzi installation took about a week. It was a lot of work, but we got it done. The sinks were next, and that
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