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Toilet Keeps Running! Fix it With This Easy Guide

By Bob Oates | Jan 20, 2026

Your toilet flushes just fine, but it doesn’t know when to quit. Your toilet keeps running! Even when it occasionally stops, it eventually starts up again suddenly. No matter how often it occurs, it’s wasting a lot of water — and toilets are already responsible for the most water consumption in the average home. On…

Is Hydro Jetting A Safe Drain Cleaning Method? Everything Seattle Homeowners Need To Know

By Bob Oates | Dec 29, 2025

When drains slow down or back up, homeowners often worry that aggressive cleaning methods could damage their plumbing. Hydro jetting, in particular, tends to raise questions because of the pressure involved. When performed professionally — and for the right type of clog — hydro jetting is one of the safest and most effective drain-cleaning methods…

Why DIY Drain Snaking Is Discouraged (And What to Do Instead)

By Bob Oates | Dec 28, 2025

A clogged drain is frustrating — especially when it happens suddenly. For many homeowners, the first instinct is to grab a store-bought drain snake and try to fix the problem themselves. While DIY drain snaking may seem like a quick, inexpensive solution, it often causes more damage than homeowners realize. At Bob Oates Plumbing, Sewer…

Top Reasons Plumbing Issues Occur During Holidays

By Bob Oates | Dec 21, 2025

The holiday season brings family gatherings, home-cooked meals, and out-of-town guests — but it also puts extra strain on your home’s plumbing system. With more people under one roof and more water being used throughout the day, plumbing issues are far more common around holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. As your trusted Seattle-area plumber, Bob…

Why Cleaning Your Sewer Is Important

By Bob Oates | Dec 7, 2025

Your home’s sewer line is one of the most important — and most overlooked — parts of your plumbing system. It quietly carries wastewater away from your home every day, often without issue. But when a sewer line becomes clogged or damaged, the consequences can be messy, expensive, and even hazardous to your health. Routine…

Bob Oates Is the Home of the Second Opinion!

By Bob Oates | Nov 24, 2025

Why Getting a Second Opinion Matters — And Why Seattle Homeowners Trust Bob Oates When something goes wrong with your plumbing or sewer system, you’re not just dealing with inconvenience — you’re making an important investment in your home. That’s why getting a second opinion is one of the smartest steps a homeowner can take.…

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