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Bob Oates’ Checklist to Make Sure Your Plumbing is Ready for Spring
We’re well into the throes of spring: the cherry blossoms have opened, the tulips and daffodils have pushed up, all over Seattle is budding with green, and you’re probably getting ready for some spring cleaning. After you’ve dusted out the cobwebs and set up your patio furniture, be sure to run through this handy checklist…
Benefits Of A Tankless Water Heater
Heating water accounts for up to 30 percent of the average home’s energy budget. According to Energy.gov, “homes that use 41 gallons or less of hot water daily, demand (or tankless) water heaters can be 24%–34% more energy-efficient than conventional storage-tank water heaters.” Tankless water heaters provide hot water only as it is needed. They…
Tell Tale Signs You Need a Water Line or Water Main Replacement
The main water line that brings fresh, clean water into your home or property is crucial to daily life. Imagine if nothing came out of the faucet when you turned the tap on! Your water line is built to last: pre-1973 homes used galvanized steel pipes that have a lifespan of 40-50 years and iron…
The Benefits Of Water Jetting
If you need a pipe or drain cleared, but are hesitant because you are weary of the different methods involved, water jetting could be a solution for you. Water jetting is done by blasting a high power surge of water through your pipeline to take out any buildup causing a clog. There are a number…
Tips for Getting through the Seattle Cold Snap Without Letting Your Pipes Freeze
Boy, oh boy, is chilly out there! It’s been awhile since Seattle experienced a cold snap quite like the one we’re currently in! As a full service plumbing, sewer & rooter service provider, at Bob Oates we can only think of one thing when the weather gets this frigid; FREEZING PIPES. Not only are freezing pipes…
Spring Cleaning: 4 Reasons You Should Get a Pro to Clean Your Drains This Spring
At Bob Oates Plumbing, Sewer, and Rooter we know the one thing that is sure to ruin your day, week, month, or even your year: a serious plumbing issue. Depending on the particular issue, you could be stuck with a problem that not only affects the value of your home, but also the state of…
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