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West Seattle is a local gem with its beautiful waterfront at Alki Beach, offering stunning views of the Seattle skyline and a sandy retreat for residents and visitors alike. Lincoln Park’s expansive trails and picnic areas make it a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

However, Seattle’s notorious wet weather can lead to unexpected plumbing issues and old sewer pipes needing attention. Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter is here to ensure that West Seattle homes stay dry and problem-free. We offer services like drain cleaning, tree root removal, and trenchless sewer repair, preventing the need to dig up your lawn.

Please review our service offerings, and contact us anytime — we look forward to serving you!

  • Plumber in West Seattle — Our plumbers at Bob Oates offer thorough plumbing services, covering everything from simple repairs to complex installations. We ensure timely, efficient, and high-quality work for all your plumbing needs.
  • Sewer Repair West Seattle — Addressing challenges like tree roots and damaged pipes, our sewer repair solutions ensure your sewer system is restored to its optimal condition.
  • Sewer Pipe Relining West Seattle — Utilizing the CIPP method, our techs install a durable liner inside your existing sewer pipes, extending their service life for up to 50 years with no excavation required.
  • Frozen Pipes West Seattle — We specialize in safely thawing frozen pipes and offer preventative solutions to ensure your pipes remain freeze-free in the future.
  • Rooter Service West Seattle — We provide comprehensive rooter services to tackle tough blockages in your drainage and sewer lines, ensuring proper function.
  • Toilet Repair West Seattle — Is your toilet clogged, running, or leaking? We provide effective repairs to get it back in working order. Replacement is advised only if a repair won’t suffice.
  • Water Heater Repair West Seattle — If your water isn’t heating properly or you’re hearing unusual noises from your water heater, we can help. We’ll repair it if possible, but for units over 12 years old, a replacement may be necessary.
  • Water Main Repair West Seattle — An unexpected rise in your water bill or the presence of water spots, mold, or mildew could signal a problem with your water main. We’ll conduct a thorough repair to address the issue and prevent further damage.

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At Bob Oates, we provide convenient quotes and estimates, always comprehensive and always free of charge. We also offer easy payments and local bank financing.

Call today to find out about our residential and commercial plans and services. You may also schedule an appointment with our plumbing company by filling out our online form.

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Emergency Plumbing Seattle: Keep Your Home Safe By Calling the Professionals

By Bob Oates | November 18, 2024

A plumbing emergency can strike at any time. Whether it’s a burst pipe flooding your home or business, an overflowing toilet in a house filled with company, or a steady water leak whose origin is hard to pinpoint, you will probably experience some kind of urgent plumbing issue at some point in your life. When…

Keep Your Business Running by Keeping Your Pipes Clean and Clear

By Bob Oates | November 1, 2024

Running a business means focusing on countless details, but one of the most critical is plumbing. Unlike the wrong paint color, not keeping pipes clean and clear can halt business operations entirely. So, how do you keep your business running smoothly and prevent it from succumbing to plumbing problems?  The first step is knowing the…

Main Causes of Cracked Pipes

By Bob Oates | October 21, 2024

Modern sewer lines are often rated to last for more than 80 years. However, Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter has found that property owners may need trenchless sewer pipe repair sooner than expected due to a variety of reasons, with cracking being one of the primary ones. Let’s go over some of the main causes of…

5 Plumbing Problems Every Home Buyer Should Look For

By Bob Oates | October 19, 2024

When purchasing a new home, there are many factors home buyers must consider. After all, you want to not only make a sound real estate investment, but also ensure the property isn’t a money pit. Everything from structural damage to electrical issues should be thoroughly examined. At Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter, we’re here to…

Comprehensive Guide on How to Fix Your Leaky Faucet

By Bob Oates | October 14, 2024

A leaky faucet can be expensive as well as annoying. Whether it is a dripping faucet losing relatively little water or a leaking faucet allowing more to escape, it could be causing damage to your countertops or other hardware around the leak. Water is a precious resource, not to be wasted — just like money…

Learn About Plumbing With Poopy The Plunger

By Bob Oates | September 26, 2024

What do you do when your drain’s full of goo? Give Bob Oates a call, of course! We are here to follow our hero Poopy the Plunger on his adventures in the wild world of plumbing. Whether he is staring down noisy pipes, fending off toxic drain cleaning chemicals, or facing off against the nastiest…

Testimonial | Water Main Replacement in Capitol Hill

By Bob Oates | September 15, 2024

Thank you to John H. for posting this review after we finished installing a new water main at his Capitol Hill home. We’re truly honored to serve the community, and very happy to hear you were impressed with the work done by the technicians at Bob Oates! July, 2024 TJ, Joe, and the crew at…

5 Plumbing Tips for Fall

By Bob Oates | September 1, 2024

When you think of autumn, with its vibrant colors and cooler temperatures, “plumbing tips for fall” may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But as the weather turns brisk, it’s also the perfect time for Seattle-area homeowners to prepare their plumbing, drains, and sewer systems for the colder months ahead.  Unfortunately, many…

Testimonial | New Plumbing in Queen Anne Home

By Bob Oates | August 1, 2024

Thanks very much to Valerie and Jerry L for sending us this review after we completed some plumbing replacement work for their lovely Queen Anne home. We’re very happy to hear you were impressed with the Bob Oates team and the services provided! July 3, 2023 Bob Oates Plumbing 1817 Queen Anne Avenue N. #312…

Effects of Clogged Sewer Drains on Pipes

By Bob Oates | July 15, 2024

A sewer line backup is one of the most unpleasant problems that a homeowner can encounter. What usually happens is that a clog in the sewer line overloads your sewer system. This allows gray water and organic waste to find their way back into your home through the sewer lines. Toilets, basement drains, and shower…

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