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Wonder “Why does my house smell like sewer?”, then you’re not alone! Many homeowners notice a sewer smell in the house and don’t know what to do or why it appears in the first place. And it's probably not your toilet since the most common cause of a persistent sewage smell is a dry P-trap, a section of pipe beneath your sink, shower, or floor drain.

You may not think about your basement drain until you find yourself standing in sewage water. By then, it’s too late to apply for the sump pump rebate in Toronto, and the repair bill will be yours to pay.

This article isn’t just about explaining our policy; the key takeaway is how it helps protect your wallet, your home, and your legal rights in Ontario.

If you live in St. Thomas, you could qualify for up to $5,500 in financial assistance through the Basement Flooding Grant Program. With this program, you can upgrade your plumbing systems to prevent expensive sewer backups and basement flooding.

If you live in St. Catharines, you may qualify for up to $5,000 in financial assistance through the City’s Flood Alleviation Program. With this program, you can upgrade your plumbing systems to prevent costly sewer backups and basement flooding.

Are you worried about basement flooding in Welland? With the Sewage Water Alleviation Program, you can receive up to $6,000 for plumbing upgrades that can prevent sewer backups and protect your home. 

Are you worried about basement flooding in Windsor? With the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program, you can save up to $3,500 on important plumbing upgrades that can stop sewer backups and protect your home.

Basement flood prevention is one of the smartest ways to safeguard your home in Markham, and thanks to the Plumbing Protection Rebate, you could save up to $5,000 on weeping tile disconnection and sump pump installation.