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Kent, Washington, is a community built with an emphasis on steel manufacturing, making its commerce and trade highly valuable for the area. Kent’s ShoWare Center is a hub for sports events and concerts, while Kent Station offers a variety of shopping and dining experiences.

Despite its lively community, Kent faces the same wet weather challenges as the rest of the Greater Seattle Area, along with aging sewer systems and pipelines. For drain cleaning services, trenchless sewer repair and all plumbing solutions, residents depend on Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter to keep their homes and businesses running smoothly.

We provide fast and affordable service in order to keep your plumbing functioning properly. In addition to a skilled and knowledgeable team, you will discover many other benefits you can enjoy from our family-owned and operated business.

  • Easy payments & financing
  • Local financing through a bank, not the contractor
  • Convenient free quotes and estimates
  • Commercial & residential plans available

Check out our services below for assistance, and we will be happy to serve you!

  • Plumber in Kent, WA — Our experienced plumbers provide comprehensive plumbing services, from routine maintenance to complex repairs and installations for residential and commercial properties.
  • Sewer Camera Inspection Kent, WA — We utilize advanced camera technology to inspect your sewer lines, pinpointing issues accurately without unnecessary excavation.
  • Trenchless Sewer Repair Kent, WA — Avoid the mess and disruption of traditional sewer repairs with our trenchless repair methods, which restore your pipes without extensive digging.
  • Frozen Pipes Kent, WA — We provide safe and effective thawing services for frozen pipes and preventive solutions to avoid future freezing.
  • Rooter Service Kent, WA — Our rooter service tackles tough obstructions in your drainage and sewer lines, restoring proper function.
  • Water Heater Repair Kent, WA — Our team can provide the necessary repairs if your water heater isn’t performing as it should. If it’s over 12 years old, a replacement might be necessary.
  • Water Main Repair Kent, WA — If you suspect a leak or break in your water main, our prompt repair services will address the issue quickly and efficiently.

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At Bob Oates, we are prepared to resolve any situation we encounter, and with our wide range of services available, we will have the solutions for all your plumbing needs. Call on our team of experts today for excellent and innovative repair solutions and cleaning services that will restore your pipelines and sewer systems to pristine shape.

You may also schedule an appointment with our plumbing company by filling out our online form.

Our locally dispatched crews serve homes and businesses across King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties, including:

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By Bob Oates | June 19, 2026

Cracked sewer pipes are a common cause of recurring drain backups, slow drains, sewer odors, and unexpected plumbing repairs. While modern sewer lines are designed to last for decades, age, environmental conditions, tree roots, and installation issues can all contribute to pipe damage over time. Fortunately, a professional sewer camera inspection can often identify a…

Cost-Effective Advantages of Trenchless Pipe Lining

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When a sewer line begins to crack, leak, separate, or become blocked by tree roots, many homeowners assume a major excavation project is unavoidable. Fortunately, modern trenchless sewer pipe repair methods often provide a faster and more cost-effective solution. At Bob Oates Plumbing, Sewer & Rooter, we help Seattle-area homeowners restore damaged sewer lines using…

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