Plumbing in Rouge Woods homes
Homes here usually have sump pits tied to foundation drains, gas water heaters and copper or PEX supply. Being close to ravine land, some basements see seasonal water, and sump pumps that were installed with the house are reaching the end of their lives.
Jobs we often do
- Sump pump replacement and backup installation
- Basement bathrooms and wet bars
- Kitchen faucet and sink upgrades
- Tank to tankless water heater conversions
- Shower cartridge and toilet repairs
Sump work near the ravines
Rouge Woods homes near ravine land can run their sump pumps heavily each April. We lift the pump out, clear gravel and silt from the pit, check the float travel and the discharge check valve, and replace the pump if its bearings rattle or its impeller is worn. Adding a battery backup on a separate discharge line keeps the pit pumping during spring storms that knock out power.
Related
See Elgin East, sump pump installation and tankless water heater installation.
Quick checklist before we arrive
- Close the inside valve for the hose bib before the first frost
- Keep fat in a tin, not down the kitchen sink
- Check the toilet for a silent leak with a few drops of food colouring
- Note where the main cleanout cap is and keep boxes off it
Local note: York Region tap water is fairly hard, so scale builds up early in tank heaters, faucet cartridges and shower valves in Rouge Woods.
Your questions, answered plainly
How do I test my sump pump?
Fill the pit from a bucket and confirm the pump kicks on and pumps it dry.