Basement flooding Toronto Guides
Straight answers to the questions people ask about basement flooding toronto: what to do first, what can be saved, who is responsible and when to call a crew.
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What are the signs that my basement walls have water damage?
Look for stains or tide marks, bubbling or peeling paint, white powder on masonry, a musty smell, warped baseboards and drywall that feels soft or cold.
Learn moreHow to know if a house has a backwater valve?
Look at the basement floor near where the main sewer line leaves the house for a round or square access cover, often with screws or a clear lid, set in the pipe or a small pit.
Learn moreWhat is the difference between a backwater valve and a backflow preventer?
A backwater valve sits on the sewer line and blocks sewage from flowing back into the house.
Learn moreIs basement waterproofing worth it?
It can be, when water keeps getting into a basement and the cause is identified first.
Learn moreWhere should a backwater valve be installed?
A backwater valve goes on the main sanitary drain, usually in the basement floor near where the line leaves the house, so every fixture below street level is protected.
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