AbsoluteDP.com Blog Entry: The City of Toronto Helps Prevent Basement Flooding

When heavy weather hits the City of Toronto basement flooding is on the minds of quite a number of homeowners. It doesn’t take much for some people to experience a flood in their basement depending upon the age of their … Continue reading →



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Have water service? That means you need a plumber

Let's face it, if you have water services that are providing your home or property with potable water you absolutely must take care of this system. Your plumbing system is utterly integral to the well being of your home, if you're plumbing stops function or there is a major problem not only will it significantly disrupt your lifestyle (imagine not being able to shower, run your tap, wash your hands, etc) but it could also end up becoming a problem that costs you a large amount of money.

Luckily, a well maintained plumbing system will last for a very longtime indeed. It is recommended that you call upon a Toronto plumbing contractor at least every 2-3 years to inspect your whole plumbing system. This is usually not a huge job depending upon your specific plumbing setup of course but it is a very important task nonetheless. With services from a fully qualified drain expert you can be sure that you are well taken care of.

An effective method of drain inspection is the use of a CCTV camera. It is inserted into the drainpipe itself which then reveals with incredible detail the interior of the pipes within the plumbing system. This is a very thorough method of inspecting a drain. We see with great detail all problems such as root infestation, cracks, blockages or potential blockages, and any loose debris that become a problem or already be causing a problem. Then we can implement Toronto drain cleaning services such as drain snaking or hydro jetting to solve the issue, and if need be, we can even implement a drain liner to restore your drain pipe back to working order.

Needless to say, if you have water services you need a qualifed plumber to inspect and manage your plumbing system at some point. It's also important to make sure that your plumber is a licensed, insured, and professional contractor or else you may end up with more of a problem then you began with.

Looking for a plumber in Toronto? Make sure they're qualified

When it comes time to hire plumber in Toronto it is important that you hire the services of a professional. This is not always a difficult task, go online and start searching through websites is always the first, best thing to in our modern times. There are a wide variety of professional plumbing contractors that have websites and offer a wide variety of plumbing services including drain cleaning, drain snaking, backwater valve installation, sump pump installation, and more. Make sure that the websites list full contact information so that you know they are a reputable company. After all, why would a reputable company hide this information?

Write down the information of a few plumbers in Toronto that catch your attention. Before you call them up however, be certain that you go through and create your own list of all the plumbing problems you'd like them to take a look at. This will save you time on the phone as you'll have all the proper plumbing problems listed right in front of you. Now remember, a truly professional Toronto plumbing contractor will provide you with a detailed written proposal for you to hold onto. You should expect that the plumbers are clean, professional, and fully insured. Ask them for copies of all credentials to ensure that they are who they claim to be.

Think you've made a good enough list of your plumbing problems? Consider those minor annoyances that maybe you've just learned to overlook such as your leaking or dripping faucets, drains that seem to drain a little slower than they were initially. Anything that hasn't had attention in the past 3+ years is suspect as there is always a chance that these have started to form blockages or other problems so you should make sure to ask the Toronto plumbing contractor to inspect anything that you are unsure of as well. Think of it this way, if you can get a minor problem fixed right now you aren't having to deal with it down the road when it becomes a major issue that may cost you far more.

AbsoluteDP.com Blog Entry: How to Stop Water Hammer Noise

Chances are you know exactly what water hammer is; it’s that loud banging come from the pipes and you can hear it when the water has been shut off. Learning how to stop water hammer noise can be at the … Continue reading →



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Find a licensed Toronto plumber to install your backwater valve

The installation of a backwater valve will help your sewer and drain systems to perform at their optimal performance, eliminating flooding and sewer back-flow.

In the event of flooding sewage and other dirty water from sanitary sewers can sometimes backup into homes through drain pipes resulting in extremely costly damage and hazardous conditions for the home. When a backwater valve is installed on the sewer line it allows the flow of water in a single direction eliminating the possibility for this to happen. It is a one-way valve, water can only flow out, therefore no sanitary or sewer water will be traveling back into the home. Backwater valves are mandatory in all new construction projects.

All newly built homes require the installation of backwater valves. Installation of a backwater valve is also mandatory as stated by the Municipal Building Code if an existing home’s plumbing fixtures happen to be located below the first upstream manhole sewer cover at the top of your street. This is for good reason as otherwise there presents the opportunity for sewer to back-flow into the home. One important thing to note is that the backwater valve has to be installed by a licensed Toronto plumber. In some circumstances single-family home owners can apply for rebates, the City of Toronto offers up to $3200 in flood prevention rebates.

Our recent summer provided ample amounts of dry weather interspersed with intense moments of rainfall. More than a few homes were flooded this summer especially those located in the Scarborough area. Flooding can be remedied through various means usually requiring the installation of a backwater valve and at the very least a sump pump. In either case, a qualified Toronto plumbing contractor must perform these installations in order to ensure that they are up to the Cities regulations for home owners to be eligible to receive their municipal rebate.

AbsoluteDP.com Blog Entry: How Can A Sump Pump Backup Battery Help?

When it comes to keeping your basement and foundation dry during heavy weather, a sump pump is a must-have flood prevention device. When the heavy rain starts to fall, as it certainly did this past summer, the water table rises … Continue reading →



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