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Plumbing, Sewer and Flood Protection in Scarborough

Scarborough's backsplits and side-splits have lower levels that sit close to the sewer. We protect them with backwater valves and sump pumps, fix aging drains and sewer lines, and prepare the City rebate paperwork.

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  • Permits and rebates handled
  • 24/7 emergency service
Illustrative photo of a Scarborough street of 1960s brick backsplit and side-split houses with driveways

Does your family room or bedroom sit a few steps below the front door? In many Scarborough backsplits and side-splits, it does. Those lower levels are comfortable living space, and they are also the first place water goes when the sewer backs up.

We offer basement flood protection, drain cleaning and sewer repair across Scarborough, from Birch Cliff and Guildwood to Agincourt and Malvern.

Protecting lower levels from sewer backups

A mainline backwater valve stops sewage from flowing back into the house when the municipal sewer overloads. Combined with a sump pump and disconnected weeping tiles, it gives lower levels strong protection. The City pays 80% of eligible costs, and we prepare the paperwork.

Drain cleaning and sewer repair

Aging drain lines collect grease, scale and roots. Hydro jetting clears them thoroughly, and a camera inspection shows whether the pipe needs repair. We explain what we find before recommending any work.

Emergency help when water is coming in

If a backup or burst pipe happens, call our 24/7 line. We help you limit the damage and send a crew to your home.

Get in touch with our team to book a visit in Scarborough.

Scarborough homes

What Scarborough homeowners call us for

Backwater valve installation

Lower levels close to the sewer benefit most from a backwater valve. The City pays 80% up to $1,600 per valve.

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Drain cleaning

Hydro jetting clears grease, roots and buildup from aging drain lines.

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Weeping tile disconnection

Redirecting weeping tiles to a sump pump keeps groundwater out of the sewer.

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Housing in Scarborough

Much of Scarborough was built from the 1950s to the 1970s, with bungalows, backsplits and side-splits that have living space partly below grade. Lower levels close to the sewer are vulnerable when the municipal system surcharges, and many of these homes have their original laterals and weeping tile connections.

Neighbourhoods we serve

  • Agincourt
  • Wexford
  • Birch Cliff
  • Cliffside
  • Guildwood
  • Scarborough Village
  • Malvern
  • West Hill

Local rebates

Rebates for Scarborough homeowners

The City pays 80% of eligible invoices for flood protection work, up to $6,650 per property, for work completed on or after November 12, 2025.

Programs for Scarborough homes

Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program
  • Home plumbing assessment80% up to $500
  • Backwater valve80% up to $1,600 each
  • Sump pump80% up to $2,250
  • Battery backup for sump pump80% up to $300
  • Weeping tile pipe severance and capping80% up to $400
Toronto Priority Lead Water Service Replacement Program

The City replaces its side of a lead service on a priority basis once you commit to replacing your side. We replace the private side and give you the invoice the City asks for.

Amounts from official program pages. We prepare the paperwork for you.

Estimate your rebate

Maximum subsidy by item

The City pays 80% of each eligible invoice, up to these amounts.

View the data table
ItemMaximum subsidy
Home plumbing assessment$500
Backwater valve$1,600
Sump pump$2,250
Battery backup for sump pump$300
Weeping tile pipe severance and capping$400

Source: City of Toronto. Verified September 25, 2026.

Rebate calculator

Estimate your rebate in Scarborough

Choose the work you are planning. Add your quote amounts for an exact figure, or leave them blank to see the maximum.

Program: Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program

Choose the work you are planning

Book a visit in Scarborough

Tell us what is going on. We will inspect, explain the options and give you an itemized quote with your rebate shown.

Get a free estimate 24/7 (647) 832-1673

Services

Our services in Scarborough

Water Lines

Sewer and Drain

Flood Protection

Specialty

FAQ

Scarborough plumbing questions

Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask us most. If yours is not here, give us a call.

Why are backsplits more at risk of basement flooding?

Their lower levels sit closer to the sewer line, so when the municipal sewer surcharges, water can reach them sooner. A backwater valve and sump pump add important protection.

Is Scarborough covered by the Toronto flooding subsidy?

Yes. Scarborough is part of the City of Toronto, so homeowners can claim 80% of eligible costs up to $6,650 per property.

Do you offer emergency service in Scarborough?

Yes. Our emergency line is answered 24/7, and we send a crew for sewer backups, burst pipes and flooding.

Other areas we serve

Get a clear, written quote before any work starts

Tell us what is going on and we will book a visit, inspect the problem and give you an itemized estimate with the rebates that apply.

Get a free estimate 24/7 (647) 832-1673