A concise guide to basement plumbing in Toronto — costs, rough‑in, sump and ejector pumps, backwater valves, permits, and available city subsidies.
Quick, safe steps to clear a toilet full of waste and water: stop flushing, remove excess water, try hot soapy water, a flange plunger or auger, and know when to call a plumber.
Tankless water heater costs $2,800–$8,500 in the GTA; typical install 4–6 hours, with possible gas/electrical upgrades, permits, and rebates available.
Boiling water can clear minor grease and soap-scum clogs near the drain, but it won’t remove hair or solid blockages and can damage plastic pipes.
Only flush pee, poo and toilet paper — wipes, pads, hair, floss, grease and meds cause clogs, fatbergs and costly plumbing or environmental damage.
‘Flushable’ wipes wreck pipes and sewers because they don’t disintegrate like toilet paper, causing clogs, fatbergs and costly repairs.
