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Reasons We Recommend Regular Drain Cleaning

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

As a property owner, you’re probably the first to notice when your kitchen or bathroom sink takes longer than usual to drain. At first, this might not seem like a significant issue warranting a drain cleaning in Kent, WA, but it can transition into a plumbing emergency pretty quickly if left alone. The drain cleaning services offered by…

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Common Drain Issues You Can Avoid

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

Often, we think that cleaning a clogged drain is simple and can be done by the average property owner. This notion stems from the fact that chemical drain cleaners are readily available in local hardware stores. The truth is that most drain issues, clogs in particular, require the help of a professional. So if you…

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Sewer Maintenance Tips This Fall

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

As fall approaches, you’ll need to prepare more than just your wardrobe. That’s right, your sewers also need to be prepared as the temperatures start to drop. Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter, a trusted expert when it comes to sewer repair in Seattle, WA, shares these maintenance tips that will help keep your sewer system functional…

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How Sewer Backups Happen

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

If you find yourself facing an issue that necessitates sewer repair, it’s important to make sure that you trust a specialist such as Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter. Our team can help you deal with sewer issues such as sewer backups. Sewer backups don’t happen overnight. Typically, there needs to be an issue that already exists…

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The Effects of Cold Weather on Sewer Systems

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

While sewer systems are designed to withstand prolonged constant use, they are not meant to be indestructible. In other words, sewer systems can very much be affected by the environment and conditions that they’ve been exposed to. For instance, sewer pipes can be susceptible to the weather conditions or even temperatures. The current cold weather,…

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Why DIY Drain Cleaning is a Bad Idea

By Bob Oates | Mar 8, 2023

Over time, your drains can become dirty and clogged. When that happens, Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter would be happy to be your go-to for drain cleaning in Kent, WA. Cleaning drains may seem simple and easy enough, which is likely why many prefer to do it themselves. There are various reasons as to why it…

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