Raymark Plumbing & Sewer

Since 1977, Raymark has been implementing tried-and-true techniques combined with the most technologically advanced methods available. We practice continuous learning and skill building. In addition, our senior plumbers pass on their considerable knowledge to the next generation of plumbers, through our apprentice program. As a result, Raymark technicians know the right way to solve and fix your water problems. If you have a leaky pipe, a clogged sewer or drain, or need a new water line, our knowledgeable and experienced technicians are here to help.

In 1977, Ray, a plumber from England, and Mark, a Seattle native, began Raymark Plumbing. Over 40 years later, Raymark Plumbing and Sewer continues to be a family-owned business. Even though Ray and Mark have retired, the first employee we hired is still with us, training newer technicians and passing on his considerable knowledge. At the present time, Raymark has 25 full-time employees and a wealth of experience. Recognized for its depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise in all types of plumbing and sewer scenarios, Raymark is the plumber that other Seattle plumbing companies and our long-time customers recommend.

Raymark Plumbing and Sewer specializes in sewer repair and replacement. We not only have the skills and tools needed to repair or replace your sewer line, but we are the Seattle experts in this field. We are also registered Side Sewer Contractors and are licensed to work in the City of Seattle right-of-way. Call Raymark for all of your sewer needs. When one or more drain lines are clogged, you may hear a gurgling sound, or see your toilet water bubbling, or you may have water backing up in your shower, bathtub, or laundry sink.

Raymark Plumbing and Sewer is truly a drain specialist. We are known in the industry for solving any and all drain problems, and we are the experts in drain solutions. Every home contains multiple drains and drain lines. These lines should be kept clear to function properly and keep waste water flowing out of your home. Water and drain lines are much like our circulatory system - small lines and veins flow into larger lines and arteries. When the larger lines become slow or clogged, serious back-ups and stoppages can occur.

A repipe is a complete replacement of the water lines inside your home. The most common reason for a repipe in the greater Seattle area is to replace old galvanized lines with copper or PEX. This helps ensure your water lines are free of lead, corrosion and leaks. A repipe may also increase the water volume in your home, depending on your Seattle neighborhood's water pressure. Test your pipes to see if they are galvanized by placing a magnet on a bit of exposed pipe in your home. A magnet will stick to galvanized pipe.

The general contractor is the project manager and the liaison between all of the professionals hired. For this reason, your contractor is key. As you know, the professional builder, electrician, plumber, tiler, and painter all work collaboratively. In order to minimize expenses, time, and dependencies on others, scheduling must be coordinated between all parties. To that end, your contractor is responsible for scheduling these resources and for ordering the materials needed. The contractor will plan, schedule, and ensure all work is coordinated seamlessly so that the finished results match your plan.

On this page, we are referring to the outside pipes that bring fresh water from the city's main line into your home. The industry terminology calls this "water service". To ensure water is delivered when wanted, your water service is kept under constant high pressure. As a result of this pressure, leaks can develop in weak or older pipes. An elevated water bill is the most common, and often the only symptom of a leak in your water service. Sometimes, when a leak occurs, water will find its way onto your lawn or basement, whichever is downhill from the leak.

We have a friend who dumps the leftovers from her family dinner directly into her garbage disposal. Luckily, she knows plumbers who help her keep her kitchen drain line clear. She and everyone should know that the garbage disposal is intended for small food particles, and not the entire remains of a family dinner or dinner party. Raymark recommends scraping kitchen scraps and unwanted leftovers into the compost container instead of down the sink. This will help you (and our friend) save on plumbing problems and the costs of repair.

If you are experiencing slow drains, clogs, or sewer backups, Raymark will help. Our cameras are created specifically to video sewer lines. Our technician will perform a visual inspection of your sewer line, assess its condition, and make recommendations. As a result, problems can be caught early and addressed before a larger problem or a back up occurs. Call Raymark today at 206-430-1954 if you have any problems with your side sewer line. The process to record a video of your sewer line begins with a special high-resolution camera.

Your emergency is our emergency. If you are without water or unable to use your facilities, make our office aware of your situation. These emergencies take precedence. Whatever your emergency is, we are here to help. Call Raymark Plumbing and Sewer at 206-430-1954. One of our expert technicians will assess the situation and give you options to fix the problem now. If calling during the week day, call 206-430-1954, (regular business hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday), and tell the Customer Service Rep that you have an emergency.

Indoor plumbing is an incredible and relatively new invention that many of us take for granted. New toilet technology and advanced wastewater treatment processes are improving our world. But in spite of advancements, our side sewer lines and the city main sewer lines are not designed to handle anything other than basics. In fact, Seattle sewer lines were designed to flush only human waste and standard toilet paper into the city sewer system. To get the best performance from your toilet and to alleviate the possibility of a sewer back up, never flush anything other than standard toilet paper and human waste down the toilet.

If you have a faucet that won't shut off completely, have low water pressure or low flow, or if you're looking for a more contemporary look for your kitchen, bath, or laundry room, call Raymark Plumbing and Sewer. Our expert and knowledgeable plumbers will help you with any of your faucet, valve, and water needs. Our experienced plumbers will help assess your needs and help you determine if the repair option or the replace option is best for you. You may want to change the appearance of a faucet if the finish is worn away or scratched from years of use.

Our technicians are trained to diagnose the source of problems and offer the best solutions. Raymark's dedication and expertise is the reason we have been Seattle's go-to plumber for over 42 years. We are the experts in water lines (water flowing into and inside your home), drain lines (water flowing out of and outside your home), leak repair, and water containment. We want your water to stay inside your hot water tank, inside the pipes and faucets, and inside your hoses. Raymark helps you keep ahead of leaks and away from water damage.

Raymark plumbers are professional and experienced gas line certified technicians. If you already have gas in your home, we will run gas lines for hot water heaters, kitchen ranges, dryers, fireplaces. Moreover, we run gas lines for outdoor fire pits and barbecues. Call Raymark Plumbing and Sewer at 206-430-1954 for help with your gas line needs. Another key point is to assess if you'd like to install a manual shut off valve on your outdoor fireplace or barbecue. This allows you to turn the gas off during Seattle's months of inclement weather.

A sump pump removes ground water and discharges it to an outside area. Sump pumps run on electricity and are fairly common in Seattle due to the amount of rainfall we receive. Many Seattle homeowners rely on a sump pump to keep their basement or crawl space dry. Over all, a sump pump performs the critical function of preventing structural water damage. An annual inspection helps support the sump pump's efficiency. Call Raymark Plumbing and Sewer at 206-430-1954 to schedule your annual sump pump inspection.

Your water heater should continuously deliver hot water when you bathe, do dishes, mop floors, and wash the dog. If you are waiting for the water to get hot, or you run out of hot water, you may have a problem with your hot water tank. Call Raymark Plumbing and Sewer for all of your water heater needs. Ask us about our lifetime no-leak warranty on electric water heaters, and options on tankless water heaters. The traditional hot water heater pulls in fresh water, heats and stores it, and then delivers it upon request.