Make the First Move to Protect Your Basement with the Protective Plumbing Program (3P Grant) in Hamilton

It’s not a secret that storms are getting stronger year by year, and city sewers aren’t keeping up. The results? One sudden downpour or rapid snowmelt, and all you see is untreated stormwater and wastewater running back into your basement. In just minutes, your floors, walls, furniture, and everything you cherish can be destroyed

But there’s a solution that will allow you to avoid that trouble and ensure your basement is dry and your belongings are intact: the Protective Plumbing Program (3P Grant 2026) that Hamilton offers to many homeowners.

With the help of Superior Plumbing & Heating, you can save up to $ 2,000 in rebates for installing a backwater valve or a sump pump (if both are installed together)

Waiting until water starts pooling in your basement is far too late. What you can do is reduce the risk of basement flooding and have the costs covered.

You Don’t Know How Vulnerable Your Basement Really Is Until It Floods

You may think that a few cracks in a foundation or a standard floor drain will keep your basement and everything in there intact. But the reality is that water is trickier than it seems. Be sure, it will find the tiniest gaps, seeping in silently.

Did you know that: 

• Hamilton has about 900 identified flooding “hot spots,” mostly in older neighbourhoods. Areas like Dundas, Ancaster, Red Hill Valley and Binbrook face the most drainage issues, and the lower city, especially near the Woodward Wastewater Treatment Plant, is also at high risk.
• In 2017, heavy rainfall and high levels of Lake Ontario cost Hamilton over $2.5 million in damage to city parks, trails, and the Bayfront area. But the damage was done not only to the city’s infrastructure but also to many homes’ basements.
• 2024 was the most expensive year ever for natural disasters in Canada, with a series of severe weather events resulting in $5.15 billion in damage.
• Even though Hamilton will spend about $252 million in 2026 to update and improve its wastewater and stormwater systems, it’s still a long process, but you can protect your property now!

Sure, your basement may seem fine or even already protected, but why take the risk if you can avoid it? Take a moment and ask yourself:

• Is your home located in a flood-prone area of Hamilton, such as older neighbourhoods or Dundas, Ancaster, Red Hill Valley, or Binbrook?
• Was your house built before January 1, 2012 and connected to Hamilton’s city sewer system?
• Do your downspouts or foundation drains still dump water directly into the sewer?
• Have your neighbours recently dealt with basement flooding or sewer backups?
• Do you see damp patches, water stains, or cracks in your basement walls or floor?

If you answered yes to even one question, your basement is at risk. The real question is: are you going to take action to prevent a disaster?

The fact is that about 9500 households have already participated in this program. So why not you? 

One Storm Could Cost You Thousands. One Smart Decision Could Cost You Nothing

One flood is all it takes to ruin your carpet, furniture, and other belongings, leaving you to pay for the repairs. Add in serious sanitation concerns, and your family’s health is suddenly at risk, too. That’s why the Protective Plumbing Program (S3P) in Hamilton exists.

• Backwater Valve: Stop Groundwater Before It Reaches Your Basement

But what is a backwater valve? To put it simply, it’s a device that stops sewer backups before they reach your home, but more importantly, it stops damage before it starts.

A backwater valve is installed on your main sewer line and works automatically. Under normal conditions, wastewater leaves your home without restriction, but when heavy rain overwhelms the municipal sewer system, the backwater valve closes instantly to block reverse flow.

• Backwater Valve + Sump Pump: Your Basement Cannot Be Safer

If your basement is connected to the city sewer, it can quickly become a black hole for your savings. While a backwater valve stops sewage from backing up, any water already inside your home still needs a way out.

As part of the sump pump rebate in Hamilton, our team installs a backwater valve and a sump pump together, creating a complete drainage system. The valve blocks incoming sewage, while the pump actively removes any water trapped inside your basement.

The result? Sewage stays in the city pipes, not in your basement!

When you join the 3P program, our licensed plumbers will install a city-approved backwater valve to help prevent sewer backups from entering your home. Superior Plumbing & Heating makes sure that every installation meets Hamilton’s guidelines and follows the Ontario Building Code.

Don’t Wait for Sewage to Make You Pay Thousands 

You may think that it will be fine, just another rain, another snowmelt, but that’s until you see your basement flooded. Or you may believe it’s not a big deal since your home is insured, and your insurance will cover everything. 

The reality is that it won’t! Because home insurance rarely covers sewer backups or overland flooding. Here’s an example for you:

Average basement flood damage: $45,000+
Cost to protect your home with the program rebate: Almost nothing 

Here’s the maximum rebate you can get if you protect your home today:

Keep in mind: If the backwater valve installation costs $2,000, that will be your maximum rebate. Since the sump pump and backwater valve are installed together, the city treats both as a single project.

Once water starts pooling in your basement, the damage is already happening, and only you’re paying for it. Don’t wait for sewage to make you pay thousands

Why Most Homeowners Miss Out And How You Won’t

Thousands of Hamilton residents qualify but never claim the funding. Why? The process can feel overwhelming, and you can easily get lost and give up. Superior Plumbing & Heating makes it simple, and we won’t give up until you get your rebate and protect your home and family.

Let’s take a look at the requirements for the Protective Plumbing Program (3P Grant):

• You own a single-family home in Hamilton that has a basement
• It was built before January 1, 2012
• Your home’s connected to the City of Hamilton sewer system
• Your property taxes are paid up to date
• You’re not adding a secondary dwelling unit right now.

Keep in mind: If you choose a contractor who is not qualified, you may only receive up to $500 for installing a backwater valve.

⇒ Superior Plumbing & Heating is licensed and will handle everything for you: 

✅ Mandatory CCTV & Assessment: Our team will inspect your sewer laterals with the high-resolution camera. Then we complete the “S3P Assessment Form” and a custom Drain Plan, which are mandatory for you to receive the rebate.

✅ Permit & Compliance Management: Once the assessment is complete, we apply for and secure the City of Hamilton Building Permit on your behalf. Our expert plumbers always follow the Ontario Building Code. If work is done without permission, you will not receive the rebate.

✅ Open-Trench Coordination: Here comes a tricky part of the installation, and we handle it too. Our plumber leaves the excavation open so a City Building Inspector can verify the valve is a “Normally Open” model before we pour the concrete

✅ Professional Installation: Our licensed installers install the backwater valve at the correct slope and depth to ensure it protects your basement while allowing sewage to flow freely out to the City main.

✅ Application Submission Support: Upon completion, we hand you a final itemized invoice for the completed work, including your itemized invoice, digital CCTV footage, and signed permit, so you can submit it to the City.

After all of that, you get your grant of up to $2000. All you need to do is sign up for the program, and Superior Plumbing & Heating takes care of the rest.

Don’t Pay For Basement Flooding with Superior Plumbing & Heating

The last thing you want is to realize your basement is flooding, especially when you’re standing in water contaminated with sewage. With the Hamilton 3P Grant, Superior Plumbing & Heating ensures you receive the full rebate while keeping your home safe.

We have been in this business for many years, and numerous homeowners have chosen us because:

• Certified Plumbers. We’ve installed hundreds of backwater valves and sump pumps, and we make the process simple and stress-free from start to finish.
• Full Rebate Support. From checking your eligibility to submitting all the documents, we guide you every step of the way.
• Transparent Pricing. We won’t charge any hidden fees or surprise charges. You can be sure of that. We’re here to help, not make things complicated.
• Long-Lasting Work. Our team uses high-quality equipment built to handle Ontario’s extreme weather. It will serve for years to come.

Don’t wait until the next storm damages your basement.

Call Superior Plumbing & Heating today or book your free consultation online — we’ll take care of backwater valve installation in Hamilton!

Author:
Michael DiPietro