Drain & Sewer in Kirkland, WA

The mature trees around Houghton and Juanita mean root intrusion is a common cause of sewer backups in these older Kirkland neighborhoods, more so than in newer Moss Bay construction.

Drain and Sewer in Kirkland: what's different here

The mid-century housing in Houghton and Juanita is where we find galvanized and early copper lines, and the steep Finn Hill lots put sewer laterals on long downhill runs. Older Kirkland homes often have clay or cast-iron sewer laterals, and tree roots in neighborhoods like Houghton crack and block them. We camera the line before recommending cleaning, repair or replacement.

Permits and inspections

Clearing a drain does not need a permit, but repairing or replacing a side sewer usually does. Mechanical and plumbing permits in Kirkland go through the City of Kirkland Development Services. When the work needs a permit, we pull it, schedule the inspection and leave you the paperwork.

Utilities

Most Kirkland homes are on city water and sewer, so the main shutoff and sewer cleanout are usually easy to find.

Where we work in Kirkland

Our job records show more than 500 completed jobs for Kirkland customers across ZIP codes 98034, 98033. We take drain and sewer calls in Houghton, Juanita, Finn Hill, Rose Hill, Totem Lake, Moss Bay and the rest of Kirkland.