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5 Most Commonly Asked Plumbing Questions
We get plenty of plumbing questions here at Bob Oates Sewer and Rooter. And we have answers for those questions! We are always ready to assist the communities we serve by providing expert drain cleaning tips for homeowners. From Lynnwood in the North End to Bellevue on the Eastside to our friends in Tacoma and…
Read More4 Steps to Take When a Pipe Bursts
No one can deny that owning a home is a major expense, especially if it’s an older model like many homes in the greater Seattle area. When it comes to a water pipe that bursts, the damage can be serious for your home, your possessions, and your health if the mess is not cleaned up…
Read MoreHow Long Does Drain Cleaning Take to Complete?
What do you do when you have a clog in your drains? While pouring acid-based or off-the-shelf drain cleaners into your plumbing may seem fast and easy for drain cleaning, this shaves years off your pipe’s lifespan. The acid in these drains destroys the lining of your sewer pipes. At Bob Oates, we’re a family-run…
Read MoreLive in Seattle? Here’s how often you should get your sewers inspected
How often should you get your sewers inspected? This is a question we get all the time from Bob Oates customers. To put it bluntly, if you have to ask, it’s probably time you get them checked out. Better safe than sorry as they say, and safe in this case means avoiding an extremely costly…
Read MoreThe 3 Undeniable Benefits of Trenchless Sewer Repair Vs. Sewer Line Replacement
Say your home or office in Seattle is need of a sewer line repair and you’re wondering which of your options is best. Well, first things first, you should make sure you understand exactly who is responsible for the section of the sewer line in question. As we covered in our blog post on sewer…
Read More4 Things You Should Never Do To Pipes
Pipes are like the blood vessels of your house. You only ever notice them when something goes wrong, like when they freeze or burst, or when you unearth them during your annual cleaning spree. For maintenance of your running water, it’s essential to keep the pipes in working order. The other side of the coin is that…
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