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Plumber in High Park
Licensed plumbers for High Park's older homes and apartment buildings. Sewer lines, old pipe replacement, basement flooding protection, water heaters and 24/7 emergency service.
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Your Local Plumber in High Park
The High Park area, around Toronto's largest park, combines early-1900s detached and semi-detached homes on leafy streets, the homes of High Park North and Swansea, and apartment towers along Bloor Street and High Park Avenue. Mature trees and older housing make sewer and drain work a big part of plumbing here.
POM Plumbing serves High Park homeowners, landlords and building managers with honest diagnosis and written prices.
Common Plumbing Problems in High Park
Many High Park homes still have clay sewer laterals under large trees, cast iron drains and, in some cases, lead or galvanized water services. Basement renovations often reveal undersized drains and weeping tile connected to the sewer. Homes on sloped streets near the park and ravines may face groundwater and drainage issues. Apartment towers need riser, valve and hot water system work.
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Tree roots in sewer laterals
Large trees around the park invade old clay pipes.
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Basement flooding
Sewer backups and groundwater on sloped and low-lying streets.
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Old water services
Lead and galvanized lines in pre-1950s homes.
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Apartment building systems
Riser valves and hot water systems in older towers.
Plumbing & Drain Services in High Park
High Park homes from the 1910s to the 1940s, many next to the park and its ravines, need specific plumbing care. These are the jobs we do most there.
Lead water service replacement
High Park has many pre-1955 homes with lead water services. We replace the private section and coordinate with the City.
Learn moreTree roots in laterals
Large trees from the park and along the streets push roots into clay laterals. We cut, camera and reline or replace.
Learn moreSump pumps and weeping tile
Homes on slopes near the park collect runoff. We replace sump pumps, add battery backups and check weeping tile.
Learn moreBackwater valves
Finished basements need a backwater valve. We install it with the permit for the City subsidy.
Learn morePinhole leaks
Copper installed in renovations 20 to 30 years ago is now developing pinhole leaks. We find and fix them.
Learn moreAll Plumbing Services in High Park
Residential, condo and commercial plumbing, drain and sewer work for High Park homes and businesses.
Typical Plumbing Prices in High Park
Typical ranges before tax. You get an exact written price before any work starts. See the full plumbing price guide.
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Drain clog (sink, tub or toilet) | $180 – $350 |
| Main sewer line cleaning | $250 – $650 |
| Sewer camera inspection | $250 – $450 |
| Water heater replacement (tank) | $1,400 – $3,000 |
| Backwater valve installation | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| Sump pump replacement | $800 – $2,000 |
Plumbing Tips for High Park Homeowners
- Camera-inspect your sewer every few years if you have big trees
- Install a backwater valve and consider weeping tile disconnection
- Test water in homes built before 1955
- Keep downspouts discharging away from the foundation
- Ask your building manager about riser valve condition
Seasonal Plumbing Checklist for High Park
What to check through the year, based on the homes and weather we see in High Park.
Spring
Snowmelt runs downhill from the park. Test the sump pump and battery backup.
Summer
Check the backwater valve before storm season.
Fall
Leaves and roots: clear eavestroughs and book root cutting for the lateral.
Winter
Keep heat on in rooms over garages and in rear additions.
Toronto Flooding Subsidy & Lead Pipe Program in High Park
High Park homeowners can use the City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program. It reimburses 80% of eligible costs, up to $6,650 per property. The work must be done by a City-licensed plumbing contractor, and a backwater valve needs a building permit.
Homes built before the mid-1950s may still have a lead water service. Under the City's Priority Lead Water Service Replacement Program, the City replaces the public section up to the property line. Replacing your private section at the same time removes the lead completely. See lead pipe replacement.
| Eligible work | Maximum subsidy |
|---|---|
| Backwater valve (per valve, up to two) | $1,600 |
| Sump pump and alarm | $2,250 |
| Sump pump battery backup | $300 |
| Home plumbing assessment | $500 |
| Total per property | $6,650 |
80% of eligible costs, up to the limits shown. We handle the permit and inspection, and give you the paperwork you need to apply.
City or Homeowner: Who Fixes What in High Park?
| Problem | Who to call |
|---|---|
| No water on the whole street, or a water main break | City of Toronto: call 311 |
| Water service or sewer pipe between the property line and the main | City of Toronto (public side) |
| Sewer backup that a camera shows is in the City section | City of Toronto: we give you the video for your 311 report |
| Pipes, drains and the sewer lateral from the property line into the house | Homeowner: call a licensed plumber |
| Fixtures, water heater, sump pump, backwater valve | Homeowner: call a licensed plumber |
Not sure which side the problem is on? A sewer camera inspection shows the exact location and depth, so you only pay for work on your section.
Living Next to the Park
High Park's ravines and slopes are beautiful, but they bring water and roots. Homes on lower streets around the park collect runoff in spring and during storms, and the park's large trees send roots into nearby sewer laterals. A working sump pump with a battery backup, a backwater valve, and regular root cutting or relining of the lateral are the main protections. We check all three in one visit.
Lead Pipes in High Park Homes
Many High Park homes were built before the mid-1950s, when lead water services were still used. If yours has one, the City replaces the public section up to the property line through its lead replacement program, and you replace the private section. Doing both at the same time removes the lead completely. We can check your service and coordinate the timing.
What Affects the Price of Plumbing in High Park
- AccessFinished basements, tight crawl spaces and condo suites take longer to open and restore.
- Pipe material and depthClay, cast iron and deep laterals need different tools than PVC near the surface.
- Permits and inspectionsBackwater valves, sewer and water service work need a permit and an inspection.
- Time of dayNight, weekend and holiday emergency calls cost more than a booked visit.
- Repair or replaceA spot repair is cheaper today; replacing a failing line can be cheaper over ten years.
How to Choose a Plumber in High Park
- Check the licence: plumbers in Ontario must hold a 306A certificate, and contractors working in Toronto need a City of Toronto licence.
- Ask for proof of liability insurance and WSIB coverage.
- Get the price in writing before work starts, not an hourly estimate with no limit.
- Make sure the plumber pulls the permit when the work needs one.
- Ask what the warranty covers and for how long.
- Be wary of a quote to replace a whole sewer line without camera footage to back it up.
Neighbourhoods We Serve in and around High Park
- High Park North
- Swansea
- Bloor West Village
- Roncesvalles
- The Junction
- Runnymede
High Park Areas We Cover
We cover every part of High Park. Here is how the area breaks down by neighbourhood and postal code.
| Area | Neighbourhoods | Postal codes |
|---|---|---|
| High Park North | Bloor to Annette, Keele to Parkside | M6P |
| High Park and Swansea edge | South and west of the park | M6S, M6R |
| Bloor West Village and Runnymede | West along Bloor | M6S |
How a Service Call Works
- 1
Call or book online
Tell us what is happening and where in High Park you are.
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Diagnosis
A licensed plumber finds the cause, using a camera where needed.
- 3
Written price
You approve the price before any work starts.
- 4
Repair and clean-up
We fix the problem, test it and leave the area clean.
What Our Customers Say
Plumber in High Park: FAQ
Do tree roots really damage sewer pipes near High Park?
Yes. Roots find their way into joints of older clay pipes. Cleaning gives temporary relief; relining or replacement is permanent.
Can I get the Toronto flooding subsidy in High Park?
Yes, eligible homes can apply for the City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy.
Do you replace lead water services?
Yes. We replace the private side and coordinate with the City of Toronto program for the public side.
Do you work in apartment buildings along Bloor?
Yes. We handle suite repairs and building systems such as risers and hot water.
Why does my basement get water every spring?
Homes near the park collect runoff and groundwater. A sump pump with a battery backup and properly working weeping tile usually solve it.
Does my High Park home have lead pipes?
If it was built before the mid-1950s, it may. We can check the service where it enters the house.
How much does a plumber cost in High Park?
Typical prices are $180 to $350 for a drain clog, $250 to $450 for a sewer camera inspection and $800 to $2,000 for a sump pump replacement. You get a written price first.
How fast can a plumber get to High Park?
Our emergency line is answered 24/7. Arrival time depends on traffic and the calls ahead of yours; we give you a realistic time window when you call (905) 625-8777.
Do you give a price before starting work in High Park?
Yes. We diagnose the problem and give you a written price before any work begins, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Are your plumbers licensed and insured?
Yes. POM Plumbing uses licensed plumbers and carries liability insurance for residential, condo and commercial work.
What areas near High Park do you serve?
We serve High Park and the surrounding neighbourhoods, and all of Toronto and the GTA. See our service areas page for the full list.
Nearby Areas We Serve
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