Here at Best Plumbing, we strive to provide the best quality service and products to homeowners in the greater Seattle area. We want you to get familiar with everything our team provides. Take a look at some of our popular services.

Side Sewer Inspection & Repair

A common issue homeowners experience is damage to their side sewer due to improper maintenance. Buildups of fats, oils, grease, and cleaners can cause a back up into your home. Furthermore, natural elements like plants and roots could damage the pipes and cause big issues. New homeowners may not realize that the responsibility for sewer lines up to the sidewalk in front of a home is theirs.

Whether you need an inspection, a repair, or a total replacement, Best Plumbing can help. With a first inspection, we’ll be able to see if there are any areas showing signs of damage. Depending on the issue, we can save the trouble of an entire replacement. However, if a replacement is necessary we have trusted methods with minimal disruption to your life as possible.

Drain Cleaning

Drains in our kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, and more play an essential role in every home. We often overlook these spaces, right up until they cause problems. If you aare experiencing drains not actually draining water immediately, that is a sign that things aen’t working properly.

Call the experts to address obstructions, buildups, or broken pipes quickly before the problem grows.

Emergency Services

From leaks to backups to a broken water heater, plumbing emergencies cause an instant headache. Worst of all, these aren’t anything to procrastinate; you need a fix fast. Best Plumbing is available 24/7 for emergency plumbing services throughout Seattle, Bellevue, Bothell, Everett, Redmond, and Shoreline. Our team of licensed plumbers will be dispatched to you to tackle whatever you’re dealing with. Guaranteed. For emergencies, call (206) 800-7820.

Plumbing Installation

Lastly, we don’t just fix problems! If your home is in need of an update and you want to install new fixtures, Best Plumbing is still the best place to go! Come visit us at our showroom in Seattle to browse our wide selection of elegant, sleek, and modern options.

Whether you’re in a pinch or are ready for a project, Best Plumbing is here to help! Contact us today to learn more.

Are you trying to determine what line of work to go into or thinking about changing jobs? If you are a people-person, mechanically minded, and like problem solving, the plumbing trade may be a good fit for you. Here are five reasons you should consider going into this field, either as your first career or as a new line of work. 

Excellent, Steady Income

Everyone knows that plumbers make good money.  What does that mean? Most plumbers with a few years under their belt have the potential to earn over 6 figures annually.  Plumbing doesn’t know seasons, plumbing doesn’t know the time of day.  Plumbing work is always available 24/7 365 days a year. The trades provide the opportunity for a quality lifestyle and a well-funded retirement. Becoming a licensed plumber will allow you to earn a good salary in all economic climates.

High Demand 

Another reason to consider working in plumbing is demand. Many older plumbers are reaching retirement age and there is currently a shortage of replacements. Meanwhile, demand for skilled plumbers is on the rise in areas with booming development, such as the greater Seattle area. The trades offer the unique opportunity to “Earn while you learn” with apprenticeship programs and on the job training. Why spend $50,000 on college when you can earn that while learning a profession?

Project Variety 

One of the benefits of working in the plumbing field is that there is a lot of project variety throughout the month. Your day may consist of residential jobs like installing a hot water heater and conducting a pipe inspection or you might work on a larger commercial job. Plumbing is a fast-paced field and the wide range of different tasks will help ensure that you won’t get bored doing repetitive work.

Location Flexibility

No matter the area, as long as there are buildings, there will be a need for a plumber. This means you have more location flexibility than most other professions, giving you the freedom to determine where to live and move if your needs change. 

Job Satisfaction

As a whole, plumbers are happy with their chosen career. It is an important and rewarding job that provides a good mixture of intellectual challenges and physical activity. As you work, you know that you are helping people. Moreover, your work will have a lasting impact on the surrounding community by helping keep water and sewers running safely.

As you can see, there are numerous reasons why you might want to consider pursuing a career in the plumbing trade. If you would like to learn more about becoming a plumber in the Seattle area, give Best Plumbing a call. We’re always on the lookout for new talent to join our team.  

Do you dislike wasting water and time waiting for hot water to reach your sink? Is your current water heater more than 10 years old? If so, you might want to consider upgrading to a tankless water heater and re-circulation system for your home. Keep reading to learn more about these innovative systems and how they can save you time and money!

What is a Tankless Water Heater?

Tankless water heaters, also called water on-demand heaters, work by heating water directly at the source while it’s being used. This means you are not paying to heat the same water multiple times throughout the day.  Tankless water heaters are more efficient and don’t have the energy standby losses associated with traditional water heater tanks.  With the addition of a re-circulating system, you can have near-instant hot water since you don’t have to wait for cold water to cycle through your pipes.  Tankless water heaters can be powered by natural gas, electricity, or propane.

Tankless systems are much smaller than tank-style heaters and can be mounted on the wall. There are even models designed for outdoor installation. This can free up valuable storage space in your home and makes access for maintenance a lot easier. Another benefit is that tankless water heaters have a longer life expectancy than conventional water tanks (generally around 20 years) because all of the parts are accessible for servicing or replacement. Even better, the risk of water damage resulting from tank leaks will be a thing of the past!

Is Tankless Right for Me?

Based on the size of your home or your particular need, tankless water heaters are able to provide hot water at a rate of 2 to 11 gallons per minute. While this is usually more than enough for average households, for larger households, a single tankless heater might be hard-pressed to keep up with multiple, simultaneous uses (for example running the dishwasher, washing machine and 2 showers at the same time). This can be overcome by installing an additional tankless system in your home to handle simultaneous demands.  In fact, ENERGY STAR® estimates that installing a tankless system that is tailored for your exact situation can help you achieve energy savings of 27%-50%!

If you’re interested in learning more about tankless water heaters, schedule an appointment with Best Plumbing. Our expert plumbers will design the perfect system that works with your plumbing configuration and lifestyle needs! We proudly serve greater King County.

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