How to Keep Pipes from Freezing in Toronto’s Winter

frozen pipes in toronto home

Winters in Toronto can get mighty cold. While the residents of the city are used to the cold weather, the freezing temperatures can cause all sorts of problems for our homes and businesses. As the temperatures drop, one of the most serious problems that Toronto homes face is the potential for frozen pipes. In the … Read more

Schedule A Sump Pump Inspection Before The Summer Rain

Sump pump inspection taking place in the basement of a Toronto home.

Heavy rainfall is nothing new for a Toronto summer, but it does seem that we are seeing more of these major weather events in recent years. We all remember the record-breaking rainfall and flooding that occurred in 2013. While heavy rain and some occasional flooding are not unheard of in the area, the floods that … Read more

Why Hire A Licensed Liberty Village Plumber?

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There are plenty of reasons to hire a licensed Liberty Village plumber: 1. They can Get there Quickly Plumbing emergencies are never fun, but they do require immediate attention by a trained and certified professional. In Toronto, finding a plumber who can actually get to you quickly can be tricky. A listing for Toronto plumbers, … Read more

Horizontal Directional Drilling in Toronto, Who Needs It?

image showing how horizontal directional drilling in toronto works

The underground pipe is the almost literal lifeblood of any building. It’s the secret connections that can bring in electricity, gas, and water while getting rid of sewage and other unwanted materials. It’s one of those mundane miracles, something we take for granted and don’t truly understand. Many people don’t understand that they may need … Read more

The Difference between a Backwater Valve and a Backflow Prevention Device

backwater valve installed in the basement of a toronto home before the ground has been back-filled and fixed

One of the absolute worst things that can happen to your home or business is a sewage flood. These occur when sewage comes back up through your pipes and floods your basement, bathrooms, and other rooms. It’s extremely dangerous and disgusting, which is why devices have been created to stop this from happening. Many homes … Read more