Backwater Valve Installation A backwater valve is simply a device in the waste pipe that prevents sewage from flowing back into the building.
When the city sewer in the street backs up downstream of your connection, there is a potential for the upstream flows to find their way into
your building and work back uphill to your fixtures. In these instances, the effluent flows out of the lowest opening it can find, typically a
basement floor drain or similar fixture.
Plumbing codes require backwater valves when a fixture is installed on a floor that is below the next upstream manhole. The obvious example is
the basement floor drain. Less obvious is a first floor fixture in a lot at the bottom of a hill.
In this case, the next upstream manhole is often higher than the first floor slab. A sewer clog in the street downstream of the lot can collect
everything from the top of the hill until it comes flowing out of the unprotected first floor fixtures.
The next upstream manhole is key, because it is the source of relief. When the street backs up to the next upstream manhole, the sewage will
lift the cover and the flow will cascade down the street. It’s not a pretty site and certainly bad for the ocean to have that in our storm
drain, but it’s better than having it in your living room.
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The most common cause of basement flooding in Toronto and the GTA is fluctuation in the water table, or groundwater level, caused by
rainfall. We have several rivers in our area, and we’re right on Lake Ontario, so we have a naturally high water table that rises easily with
rainfall.
What this means for you is that you may have a flooded basement from time to time. However, Local Drain Expert offers high quality flooding
control solutions to help prevent basement flooding in your Toronto area home.
Basement Waterproofing
Local Drain Expert offers proven basement waterproofing solutions to prevent water from getting into your basement and damaging either your
decor or your foundation. Call us to learn more.
Sump Pumps
Sump pumps are a simple and effective way to route water away from your basement when the water table rises. Call Local Drain Expert to see how
our sump pump services can keep your basement dry.
Whether it’s a storage space or a living space, a flooded basement is a problem. Water buildup in your basement will ruin your belongings and
can damage the foundation of your home over time. Local Drain Expert will solve your basement flooding problem. Call us to schedule a free
consultation today!
Local Drain Expert is there for you when you need an emergency repair and emergency repair during a cold winter’s day. We can also work with you on a regular maintenance plan to ensure the longevity of your unit.
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