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Bob Oates: A Second-Generation Sewer and Drain Cleaner Puts Down Roots in Seattle

By Bob Oates | Feb 28, 2023

We would like to thank Ken Wysocky for his great write up about us in Cleaner Magazine’s December issue. You can read the full article below or check out the e-zine here. Bob Oates can divide his four decades in drain cleaning into two distinct chapters. One covers his days as a competent but somewhat narrow-minded contractor with…

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Toilet Talk W/ Bob – TP Troubles

By Bob Oates | Feb 25, 2023

What type of toilet paper do you use? Truth is, it doesn’t matter… but some types have benefits over others. Hear from our fearless leader, Bob to learn about his go-to type of toilet paper, and why he chooses it over the rest of the options that are out there: Hopefully this tip was useful,…

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Advantages of Trenchless Technology

By Bob Oates | Feb 25, 2023

When a sewer line needs to be fixed, any property owner would naturally look for the most efficient type of repair method available. Coincidentally, Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter proudly offers trenchless sewer repair in Bellevue, WA. Below, we go over the advantages of choosing trenchless technology. Delivering Results Faster One of the most appreciated benefits…

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Is Pipe Lining a Long-Term Answer to Sewer Damage?

By Bob Oates | Feb 25, 2023

The simple answer to the question of whether pipe lining is a suitable long-term solution for damaged piping is a resounding “yes” in almost every case. The team here at Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter believes that our trenchless pipe lining services provide results that are comparable to traditional pipe repair methods in that they can both…

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Sewer Pipe Problems You Can Avoid

By Bob Oates | Feb 25, 2023

An optimally functioning sewer line is an essential part of a home. If not properly maintained, your sewer system can be prone to damage. The good news is that Bob Oates Sewer and Rooter offers reliable sewer repair in Kent, WA. And an even better piece of news is that some sewer line problems are avoidable.…

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Why Putting Off Sewer Repairs for Later Is Not Advisable

By Bob Oates | Feb 25, 2023

As sewer lines are buried underground and are out of sight, it’s tempting to delay repair work until the last minute when there are indications of serious trouble. We here at Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter have proven experience when it comes to sewer line maintenance and repair, and we believe that it’s critical for…

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