How to Find Qualified Plumbing Companies in Toronto

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Finding qualified contractors is challenging for every homeowner. When you have an emergency of any description, it’s difficult to refrain from calling the first company listed that promises to resolve your problem. That’s not advisable when you’re dealing with plumbers, however, because often that’s how homeowners find themselves in more deep water (pun intended!) Here … Read more

New Report Shows Toronto’s Basement Flooding Crisis Could Worsen by 2040

Toronto storm caused basement flooding

Global warming! It’s certainly taking a toll on Toronto, with record-breaking January highs again this week. At 14 C, Wednesday was the warmest January day since 1956 when it only reaches 9 C! But what does this mean for Toronto homeowners, and what’s the long-term prognosis for our city if climate change keeps getting exponentially … Read more

3 Common Plumbing Questions and Answers – # 2

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Here’s our latest post on common plumbing questions. We try to address relevant issues, and nothing seems more relevant that preparation for the big freeze given that the Arctic seems to have arrived in Toronto. What’s more, we’re likely to get this kind of weather on and off for the next four to six weeks, … Read more

Hiring a Plumbing Expert for Your Spring Reno Project

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While Torontonians are busy enjoying what has so far been a mild winter, many homeowners are planning home renovations in spring. If you’re in this category, you’ll probably need to start sourcing contractors soon for the various aspects of your project, and a qualified plumber is an important one. Hiring a plumber in Toronto is … Read more

Protect Your Home, Save Money with a Backwater Valve Installation

With the basement flooding problems that exist in Toronto, homeowners need to use a range of options to try and reduce their risk. Backwater valve installation is just one of the ways in which you can do so. Backwater valves stop wastewater from flowing back into your home from the sewer and stormwater drains. In … Read more

Warning: Toronto’s Water Meter Upgrade Could Cost You a Water Service Upgrade

Toronto water meter upgrade could require a water service upgrade

When the City of Toronto kicked off its water meter upgrade program in May 2010, the plan was to install around 465,000 new meters over the next six-year period. The meters were mandatory, free and would mean residents no longer had to let city staff into their homes to read them. The upgrade was planned … Read more

3 Tips for Preventing Sink Plumbing Problems While You Have Guests

You’ve got guests for the holidays, and now your bathroom sink plumbing is playing up! How very inconvenient for you. Chances are your guests are the very reason why it’s happened; they aren’t familiar with the vagaries of your plumbing system, and you really should have had that faucet repair attended to before they arrived. … Read more

4 Ways to Protect Your Residential Plumbing System While on Vacation

It’s that time of year when many homeowners close up and go to warmer climes for a sun-filled vacation away from the Toronto cold. We board our pets, turn off the heat and lock the door as we head out. The last thing we think about is our residential plumbing system! It will still be … Read more

Understanding the Cost of an Emergency Plumbing Visit

When you need an emergency plumber, you just know it’s going to be an expensive experience. Or is it? A lot depends on the reason for needing emergency plumbing, how much you can do yourself to alleviate the problem and whether you’re able to shop around for a reputable plumber. And do 24-hour plumbers charge … Read more