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 951-975 of 993 reviews

Gwen O.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .

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 straight A's Im going to show my Mom, ( I hope this makes up for grade school! LOL!) Bob Oates P.S. She was right if I didn't do well in school I would end up digging ditches, what she wasn't aware of is there are pipe that need fixing down there! Thanks again...

Charles B.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing, septic tank, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
Professional, punctual, helpful.
Description of Work: Cleaned out sewer line.

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
$900

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We are experts in the Sewer and Drain Cleaning Industry... Thank you for the review, Bob Oates.

Carol H.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
I guess comments weren't necessary...thank you for the review...Bob Oates

Michael M.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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
Bob Oates to the rescue!!!

James R.
02/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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
$300

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Straight A's across the board...need I say more? Thank you, Bob Oates.

Chaps A.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal from this company for: $99 for Drain Cleaning. My husband dealt with them. The plumber gave us tips and we were satisfied.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We solved another problem! No fuss no muss! Thank you, Bob Oates.

Janet L.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: .

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.

Felicia G.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Replace toilet.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
another satisfied customer...thank you for your business, Bob Oates

Cindy K.
01/2014
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Super service.
Description of Work: Knew what he was doing.

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
Knew what he was doing! Super Service, need I say more? Thanks for the review, Bob Oates

Victoria C.
12/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
see above
Description of Work: Openned kitchen ceiling to expose bath tub and shower leak above kitchen, sprayed water on over flow, tub spout and fauvet plate. Found no leak. Surmised that crack on floor may leak over the tub and trough the tile. Since I have been careful about not having water overflow over the tub. There has been no leak since. I now have to deal with the open ceiling with a carpenter. But with the professionalism. I really appreciate what was done.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

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

Laura C.
12/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Good. Just too expensive.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal from Bob Oates Sewer and Plumbing.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,995

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We did a great job repairing a damaged section of 80 year old concrete sewer pipe. No company can beat my pricing..in the words of the immortal Ben Franklin...the bitterness of poor quality lingers long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten. Thank you for your business and your review, Bob Oates P.S. Don't forget you have a 50 year manufactures warranty on the product...

Margaret S.
10/2013
1.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
Poorly
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal from Bob Oates Sewer, Rooter, & Plumbing.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$1,945

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Unfortunately this customer was not able to take advantage of an Angies List Big Deal. We strive to be the best. Thank you for calling us and taking the time to review. Bob

Terri D.
09/2013
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
Excellent!!!
Description of Work: Snaked 4-5 drains.

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
$250

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Another great review, short and sweet! Thank you, Bob Oates

Kirsti H.
09/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Went very quick and easy
Description of Work: Change out garbage disposal

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
Thank you for the review Bob Oates

Patricia H.
09/2013
4.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
OK
Description of Work: Run camera through pipes to sewer.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

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

MARY B.
08/2013
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
  + 0 more
It was great.
Description of Work: I used my big deal with Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing to clean out my bathtub drain and sink drain.

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
$139

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you! Happy to help! Bob Oates

Kristen P.
07/2013
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: When scheduling the appointment the scheduler realized that the coupon that we purchased was for an electric hot water heater, and we had a gas water heater that needed to be replaced. Black Lion heating had a Angie's List coupon for a gas water heater so we took advantage of the coupon.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We try hard to please!

Lori P.
06/2013
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Great
Description of Work: Solved my problems

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
$250

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

Charles T.
06/2013
2.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I responded to discount deal on your web site for plumbing services. The selected provider stated that his service area included my location, which is within King County, Washington and on the Eastside. When I called to schedule service, I was told that I would a "teensy bit" out of their service area but that Angie's List would provide a refund. I sent a complaint to the owner, who said sorry but did not offer to make an exception. I was told that Angie's List would refund my money, but I am still out the time to process all of this. The service provider should have offered to contact Angie's List and take care of the refund for me.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
I am a small, locally owned and operated. ( second generation family business) i do have a limited area that i service. when you pay angies list for my services they have to give you the refund because they pay me monthly for completed work. thank you for understanding...Bob Oates.

Roberta W.
06/2013
4.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had several slow emptying drains plus a toilet question/problem. I saw this coupon and thought it was perfect. I read all the big print which listed all they could do "and more". I purchased the coupon. When I called they said they could do the one or two little things, but this didn't include fixing the slow drains. They were responsive enough, but that isn't what I thought I was purchasing. I called you, and was helped right away. Thank you!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Im sorry about the confusion. you paid for" plumbing work" those services were listed in the big print. i also have store front deals on drain cleaning which is what you needed..they are completely different divisions in my company. yours truly, Bob Oates

Lawrence L.
06/2013
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe, sewer cleaning, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
.
Description of Work: Ran camera down side sewer. Found some roots and damaged drain pipe. Agreed to repair apparent hole in pipe near house. After installation of clean out and new repair pipe, re-exam of root damage after pressure washing out roots discovered a cracked section of pipe 40 feet further towards street. Agreed to repair of that section of pipe requiring 4 foot deep hole with new section of pipe plus clean out. Both repair holes in very hard ground and the crew was very professional and courteous. The total repairs were $3600 including tax. This is a competitive price for the work and was done professionally. I would use them again in the future.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for letting us help resolve your drain problems...we will be there if you need us in the future...Bob Oates

Janie H.
06/2013
4.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had purchased a Big Deal. I was unable to use the big deal due to the fine print not being clearer in description of work. They were nice and polite on the phone.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Thank you for calling us, we look foward to helping you in the future...Bob.

Alex O.
06/2013
4.0
sewer cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have a rental that needs a new water heater. Did not know it was gas. Service provided did show up. Noticed it was gas, therefor coupon was not valid. agreed that work would not be done and to get a refund from Angie's List.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
we did offer to install the gas water heater but the customer didnt want to do it at the time we were there...there was no charge to the customer...thank you Bob

Scott B.
06/2013
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Overall it was fine. The plumber said I couldn't use the coupon when he arrived because there wasn't a cleanout (he had to pull a toilet in order to scope the line). Makes sense, but I no longer need this coupon and would like a refund.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
We will contact angies list and a refund will be forthcoming...Thank you for the review and your business...Bob Oates

Toni C.
05/2013
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
see above.
Description of Work: So, I have a leaking toilet and having a glass undr the on/off valve doesn't do a hing for the decor. When I thought about the leak in my kitchen--I thought we have a deal in the making. Looking on the list of Big Deals, I chose them just for the price. As a retired school teacher I would like to consider world events., etc., when choosing a provider, but really it is the price. So within the hour and a half he supplied the new fixture, installed it and fixed the leaks. We had time left over and I should have remembered the fixture upstairs that needs a washer. But for now, I am delighted. The new fixture is just the xact one I wanted and I didn't have to go shopping. Client very satisfied. This guy was competent and expeditious.

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
$350

Response from Bob Oates Sewer Rooter & Plumbing LLC
Like the previous review and my response...This is how we do business! Thank you for the review!...Bob Oates.

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

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*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