Noises In Your Toronto Drains? It Could be Rats!

a dirty rat ready to infest a drain

Giant lizards, giant alligators… fish mutating after being flushed—we’ve all heard the tall-tale stories of what lives in the sewers below our city and we all know they’re just that—tales. There is something very real living in our drain though, crawling their way across the highway-like pipes and taking the exits right into our bathroom: … Read more

4 Things a Drain Contractor Can Do for You

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A qualified and experienced Toronto drain contractor can help you with a number of issues that can affect how smoothly things run in your home. Sure, you can just get any old handyman to do some of these, but there are definitely benefits to be had by using a licensed and insured professional to do … Read more

How Drain Snaking Works and Why You Shouldn’t Try It

pro plumber performing drain snaking at a home in toronto

Drain snaking is an art. No, really! It’s not something you should attempt yourself unless you have some building, plumbing or “handyman” experience. The reason is that you can actually cause more damage than repairs if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here’s how it works, and why you shouldn’t try doing it yourself. How … Read more

Why Use Licensed Plumbing Services

answers to frequently asked plumbing questions

Plumbing services are one of those necessities of life that the average Toronto homeowner prefers not to think about—until they need them. That’s not necessarily the best approach, however, because finding help and much-needed plumbing repairs when you’re in a tight spot can be difficult and expensive. And emergency Toronto plumbers know that major problems typically don’t happen … Read more

4 Things Toronto Plumbing Service Companies Do for You

A recent article from CBC News highlights the need for students to enter the plumbing trade, and the Canadian government’s attempts to encourage them to do so. This will help reduce the shortage of tradespeople plaguing most of our major cities and could improve the speed with which you’re able to find a Toronto plumbing … Read more

How to Clear a Clogged Drain Yourself (sometimes!)

diy tools for cleaning a drain clog

Every homeowner experiences a clogged drain at some point, and it’s usually at the least convenient time. Whether it’s your kitchen sink, bathroom basin or the guest shower, you’ll need to address it as soon as possible. The first step is to determine whether you need a professional to come in and do plumbing repairs … Read more

Torontonians Will Have to Pay More for Water Services Soon

Faucet in need of repairs

With the recent historic floods experienced across the GTA, Toronto plumbers have had their hands full with basement flooding and related problems. One of the issues that’s taken priority with city councils is the storm water system, and in Mississauga councillors recently approved a new “storm water fee” that is expected to bring in up … Read more

6 Things a Toronto Residential Plumbing Inspection Includes

residential home before plumbing inspection

There are lots of reasons why you might want to schedule a professional inspection for your home by a qualified Toronto plumbers. Whether you suspect that you have problems in the pipes, are buying or selling a home or simply following best practices by having an annual check-up, your residential plumbing inspection involves a number … Read more

5 Critical Fall Plumbing Fixes You Need to Do Now

five critical plumbing repairs you need

We’re almost into October and Fall is officially here. Although weather experts predict a warm and dry season for most of Canada, it’s still a good time to review your household maintenance requirements before it gets cold. Reliable plumbing is a critical aspect of being warm and dry throughout the winter, and we’ve listed 5 … Read more

How Pollutants in Toronto Drains Affect Your Health

Pollutants in Toronto drains

We’re so concerned these days with germs and bacteria above ground that we use disinfectant hand cleaners, soaps, household cleaning products, and even dishwashing liquids. We clean our bathrooms, kitchens, toilets, and sinks with substances formulated to get rid of all possible health hazards, and don’t even use chemical weed killers on the dandelions that … Read more