Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC

Plumbing, Sewer Cleaning, Drain Cleaning,

About us

We are experts in the sewer and drain cleaning business & camera inspection, Clean-out installation, water jetting, sewer repair & replacement, water heater, faucets & fixtures installed. Main & Side Sewers repaired/replaced we also repair and replace water mains. We do everything Plumbing. Free advice over the phone, We will, at no charge, compare "apples to apples" - which will include type of pipe used, length of pipe replaced/repaired & the methodology of completing the job. ask for Bob or speak with my dispatcher Raya (my daughter). Free estimates gladly given for side sewer & water main repair/replacement. A family owned and operated business! I'm a second generation plumber/sewer cleaner, & my father told me, "Stick with one thing and be the best at what you do," and I DO! 32 employees. Family owned & operated. Super Service Award Winner every year!. Additional phones (253) 838-0888 (425) 746-1600. Additional emails - bob@boboates.com, rhoward@boboates.com .

Business highlights

41 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Plumbing & Sewer Services – We do all things Plumbing including, Sewer & Drain Cleaning, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repairs, Cleanout installations, Sewer Pipe Relining Services, Toilets, Hot Water Tanks, Garbage Disposals, Frozen Pipes, Water Mains, Basement Pumping, Leaky Faucets, & Rooter Service.

Services we don't offer

Quantum mechanics, Heating, boiler systems, carpentry, & electrical.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6993 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
77%
4
9%
3
5%
2
5%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 801-825 of 993 reviews

Mary Noel R.
03/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned plugged kitchen drain; very speedy, no problems since.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for the review...bob

George Y.
03/2016
5.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
Went well.
Description of Work: One drain cleaned

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you.

Carolyn S.
03/2016
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The first go-around didn't figure in the connection to the dishwasher, so it flooded. He came back the next day and was puzzled; however, he called a more experienced guy who explained what to do. He did it and it's fine. I liked the worker.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for the review...bob

Patricia L.
03/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They repaired a liking in my kitchen sink

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$380

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for your review...bob

Karl N.
03/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We had access issues with a steep, tight staircase to the service access to clean out side sewer pipes, so they were very up front about charging $100 extra for the access issues. I agreed because their plumber was very professional and I had confidence he would get the job done. He lugged that machine down into our basement and took care of everything in the time alloted. And now I know my side sewer is good going forward.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$320

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for calling my company...bob

Jan N.
03/2016
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$195

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for the review...

John L.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for the review...bob

So A.
02/2016
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: They looked at the job but never submitted a bid. They could have communicated that they are not interested.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
I will speak with my GM and find out what happened...i will call this customer personally and explain...bob

Brandon S.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you...bob

Richard W.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you...bob

Dee T.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Bob Oates responded to an emergency plumbing when other plumbers assigned by home warranty were unable to come out. Scott communicated with us by phone about the repairs and was responsive and friendly. The office staff was also helpful when gathering information to get reimbursement from home warranty company.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Bob Oates to the rescue...thank you..

Aden J.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleared bathtub drain. It went well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
thanks for your business...bob

Juli F.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I called Bob Oates, based on Angie's list rating and coupon availability when the plumber I typically use was not available. They were able to give me an appointment the following afternoon. I do not think the problem was complicated (clogged toilet), but I appreciated their promptness and professionalism. And other than that the toilet was working, would not have known that anyone had been in the house. I appreciated that, too. I found the coupon a bit unnecessarily complex to use, but that may have more to do with the way Angie's list operates the program, not the company's rules per se.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for calling us!...bob

Scott K.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Carolyn S.
02/2016
5.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
Happy with service.
Description of Work: Sewer back-up cleaning, and new faucet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for calling...bob

Betsy S.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$325

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks for the straight A's... Bob.

Linda M.
02/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Services provided in a very friendly and professional manner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for the review, im so proud of my employees...TEAM BOBBY!

Lauren M.
01/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Shane did a terrific job. Really nice guy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thanks so much for the review...bob

Scott K.
01/2016
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you...bob

kristina K.
01/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for your business...bob

Michael C.
01/2016
2.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Technician did not have proper equip to properly clean drain on his truck. Charged for cleaning anyway. They later refunded the charge after numerous calls. Technician wanted to come back with jet cleaner which was NOT needed and much more expensive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

$500

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We tried our best.. we were unable to clear the line with our normal cable machine...We did fully refund his money...I understand this customers frustration...I personally apologize Bob Oates P.S. thanks for bringing this to my attention not all reviews can be A rated. I will inform all of my employees to try harder or at least call the manager...

Guy C.
01/2016
5.0
excavators, plumbing, drain pipe, sewer cleaning
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: They dug down to the sewer line going from our house to the y-connector where our house and the neighbor's house connect to drain to the main sewer line. The previous work done in 2011 by the neighbor was incorrectly done (no permits obtained and work not inspected by the city). Bob Oates rebuilt the y-connector, used more durable materials than the minimum required by city codes and cleared the line all the way out to the street, and the repairs are fully guaranteed for 6 years. We are extremely pleased with their quality and professionalism.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Bob Oates to the rescue. Thank you for the review and your business...

Jeffrey B.
01/2016
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Good all round.
Description of Work: Waste sink, bath, vertical pipes, r and r drain cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$950

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you, Bob

Beth J.
01/2016
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Plugged stormlines.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$602.25

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for the review and your business...bob

Jacklyn H.
01/2016
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
thanks for your business...

Contact information

600 W Nickerson Street, Seattle, WA 98119

http://www.boboates.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
BOBOAOS899L4
Trade License Locale
WA
Trade License Authority
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
Trade License Expiration
06/24/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Plumbing,
Sewer Cleaning,
Drain Cleaning,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Water Heaters,
Excavating,
Wells and Pumps

FAQ

Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Monday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Thursday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers emergency services.
Yes, Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers warranties.
Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC offers the following services: Plumbing & Sewer Services – We do all things Plumbing including, Sewer & Drain Cleaning, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repairs, Cleanout installations, Sewer Pipe Relining Services, Toilets, Hot Water Tanks, Garbage Disposals, Frozen Pipes, Water Mains, Basement Pumping, Leaky Faucets, & Rooter Service.
Quantum mechanics, Heating, boiler systems, carpentry, & electrical.

Contact information

600 W Nickerson Street, Seattle, WA 98119

http://www.boboates.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM