If you’re reading this, you likely live in Welland, the city located between the Welland River and the Welland Canal. Also, you’ve got Lake Erie to the south and Lake Ontario to the north.
All it takes is one big rainstorm, and when the sewage pipes reach capacity, the waste doesn’t just vanish. Instead, it flows back through your drains, into your basement, and onto your floors. This includes raw sewage, bacteria, chemicals, and anything else your neighbours flushed that day.
But there’s one thing you can still do to prevent a disaster. Apply for the Sewage Water Alleviation Program in Welland and get up to $7,500 in rebates to install a sump pump and backwater valve.
The question isn’t whether you’re at risk. The question is whether you’ll act before the next storm hits.
Why Welland Floods More Than Other Cities (And What That Means For Your Home)
Did you know that Welland’s sewer system was designed decades ago? And most homes were connected directly to the sanitary sewer, with no backflow protection whatsoever.
Take a look at your property and answer these questions:
- Do you live near the Welland River or the Welland Canal or a low-lying area like East Main, Crown Point, or Port Robinson?
- Are your foundation drains still connected to the city’s sanitary sewer line?
- Have any of your neighbours dealt with basement flooding?
- Do you notice dampness, musty smells, or small cracks along your basement walls or floor?
If you answered “yes” to even ONE of them, your home is vulnerable.
The Real Cost of Doing Nothing (It’s Way More Than $7,500)
Most homeowner insurance policies in Ontario don’t cover sewer backups. But you won’t need coverage if you join the Sewage Water Alleviation Program in Welland and install special equipment that solves the problem.
Sump Pump with Battery Backup
Water often seeps through cracks in your foundation, and a sump pump helps manage this issue. A sump pump is located in a pit at the lowest point of your basement. It automatically turns on when the water level rises, pumping the water outside and away from your foundation.
Additionally, a battery backup ensures the pump continues to operate during power outages, which are common during heavy storms.
Backwater Valve
A backwater valve is a device that protects your home against sewer backups. When city sewers overflow (and in Welland, they do), wastewater can flow back into your property through the pipes, but this valve automatically stops it from entering.
It works like a one-way gate: waste flows out of your home as usual, but if the sewer tries to backflow, the valve quickly shuts. This keeps sewage from entering your basement. Backwater valve installation in Welland is the first step toward properly protecting your home.
Foundation Drain Disconnection from Sanitary Sewer
During storms, foundation drains discharge significant amounts of groundwater into pipes already overloaded, causing backups throughout the neighbourhood.
But you can resolve the issue by disconnecting them to redirect foundation water away from the sewer system and your home.
How Much Can You Get with the Sewage Water Alleviation Program in Welland in 2026?
Preventing a problem is always cheaper than dealing with the consequences. For instance:
Typical basement flood damage: $45,000 or more
Cost to protect your home: Almost nothing
| Type of equipment | Maximum rebate per equipment |
| Sump Pump Installation With Battery Backup | Included in Total Up To $7,500 |
| Backwater Valve Installation | Included in Total Up To $7,500 |
| Foundation Drain Disconnection | Included in Total Up To $7,500 |
Don’t delay until water has entered your basement. Act now to protect your home and family.
Welland’s Program Has Strict Requirements (And Most People Mess Them Up)
The City isn’t just handing out checks. You have to follow the process exactly to get the rebate, or you receive nothing.
Here’s what you MUST do to qualify:
- Submit your application and complete the pre-work City inspection.
- Disconnect your foundation drains (weeping tiles) and downspouts from the sanitary sewer system.
- Find licensed contractors, obtain two quotes for eligible work, and submit them for review.
- Receive program approval and obtain the required plumbing permit.
- Begin the work and schedule all required City inspections.
- Complete the project and ensure it passes inspection.
- Submit final documents to receive the rebate.
Keep in mind:Even a small mistake, like missing paperwork, can delay or reduce your rebate. That’s why working with a team that knows the process inside and out matters.
⇒ Superior Plumbing & Heating will make it easy for you:
✅ Application & Pre-Work Inspection: We help you submit your SWAP application and coordinate the City’s pre-work inspection.
✅ Contractor Quotes: We help you find another licensed contractor, obtain a second quote to go along with the one from Superior Plumbing & Heating, and submit both for review.
✅ Approval & Permits: Once the City approves your project, we handle obtaining the required plumbing permit so you can start without delay.
✅ Foundation Drain Disconnection: We safely disconnect your foundation drains, weeping tiles and downspouts from the sanitary sewer.
✅ Professional Installation: Our plumbers install sump pumps, backwater valves, and other equipment, making sure everything meets code and passes City inspections.
✅ Inspections & Completion: We schedule all required inspections with the City and ensure the project is completed correctly.
✅ Rebate Submission & Payment: After work is done, we help you submit final documentation for grant processing so you receive your funding promptly.
✅ Ongoing Maintenance: We show you how to maintain all installed equipment so your home stays protected long-term.
Why Welland Homeowners Choose Superior Plumbing & Heating
At Superior Plumbing & Heating, we handle everything from application to installation, so you get your rebate easily and quickly.
Local Expertise. We know Welland and its neighbourhoods and the City’s rebate process better than anyone.
Fully Licensed & Insured. Every plumber on our team holds a valid license. We’re not handymen but certified contractors.
Top-Quality Service. We never install low-quality equipment. Every sump pump, backwater valve, and component we use is built to last decades.
Complete Rebate Support. From the first consultation to the final rebate check, we manage every step for you.
Work You Can Count On. We provide a warranty on all our services. If something goes wrong, we fix it!
Call Superior Plumbing & Heating today for a free consultation.
Protect them before the next storm makes the decision for you.
