Edmonton Basement Drain Repair

A proper drain system is crucial for the smooth running of any household. Especially in a city like Edmonton, where we have lots of aging homes and massive trees lining our streets. Drain issues often show up in the basement first, which is why it's so crucial to have a clean, well operating basement drainage system. But, when your basement drainage system needs repair, it can be a huge headache and result in costly repairs and sewer backup. But it doesn't have to! Count on our professional plumbers for all your Edmonton basement drain repair needs!

With years of experience serving the homeowners of Edmonton and surrounding communities, we've established ourselves as Edmonton's #1 choice for all drainage and plumbing needs! We know how frustrating home repairs can be when you've already got so much on your plate. That's why we promise reliable service and affordable prices for plumbing repair.

Schedule a service with one of our expert Edmonton plumbers, or keep on reading about our Edmonton floor drain services!

Expert Solutions For Your Edmonton Basement Drain Repair

Standing water can cause a variety of issues in your home, like damage to basement walls and floors and develop growths like mould, odour, and structural issues. Blockages can also disrupt the flow to your plumbing systems and plumbing fixtures and cause water pressure issues, leaking pipes, and permanent damage. But, when you call our expert plumbers, you can prevent these issues from developing further. Our licensed plumbers will determine the cause of your Edmonton basement floor drain issues and get your secondary living space back to its former glory!

There are a few reasons your basement drain might be clogged. Some of these include:

Clogged Main Drain Line

Clogged drains are among the most common issues for a basement drain backup. Your basement drain will become backed up when the sewer line that connects your home's sewer lines to the city's gets clogged. This kind of clogging often occurs due to everyday debris, like hair or garbage. When water is prevented from flowing out of the drains, it backs up and comes through the basement floor drains.

Blocked Floor Drain

The basement floor drain branch can also become backed up as often in older homes some of the more problematic drains connect closeby. Common clogs here are often a result of lint from the washing machine, or grease from the kitchen sink drain. Sometimes inspecting the floor drain and removing the debris in the trap is enough to unblock the drain, but most often it's best to get a licensed plumber in Edmonton to determine any further causes of a blocked floor drain. Warning signs may include slow drains, standing water, and sewer gas smells. Sometimes old cast iron floor drains rot through the bottom because of the constant water in them for their whole life. 50+ years is a long time to have water sitting in a cast iron trap!

Basement Drain Poorly Installed

In some cases, basement drain issues could be due to improper installation. When a basement drain isn't installed correctly, it can prevent water from flowing out of the drain line. If the drain line is too small, this can also cause a backup in your basement drain. If this is the issue, Edmonton basement drain repair is essential. When you enlist our professional services, we'll fix up that poor installation and ensure your floor drain is reinstalled and in working order.

Basement Drain Material Showing Its Age

In Edmonton, most homes built before 1980 have cast iron pipes under the basement for their plumbing drains. Cast iron has done well for us, but it is showing its age now. Often we see it corroding inwards causing jagged troughs and ridges inside the pipe. This wouldn’t be a problem if it were only water draining, but when the pipes convey human waste and toilet paper this becomes an issue. In some cases this scale can be removed by specialized tools, but in other cases there may be no saving the pipes, they may need to be excavated and replaced.

Wet Weather

Wet weather is another major cause of basement drain issues, although normally separate from your sewer system. Whether it's snow run-off or heavy rains, extreme wet weather conditions can cause the soil to become saturated, that water will try to drain somewhere. The best case scenario is that your home has weeping tile around the perimeter leading to a sump pit. The sump pump will pump that excess water out of the pit and away from the house.

Whether your main drain line is clogged or your basement drain has been poorly installed, our team of plumbing professionals offers permanent solutions for all your Edmonton basement drain repair issues and gets your basement back in tip-top shape!

We’re Your Local Edmonton Basement Floor Drain Repair Pros

When it comes to Edmonton basement floor drains and other plumbing issues, our local pros are here to serve the communities of Edmonton and area, such as Devon, Fort Saskatchewan, Leduc, Sherwood Park, Stony Plain, and Sturgeon County. We are a team of highly trained, licensed and insured plumbers, capable and willing to handle any plumbing help you may need, now or in the future.

Courtesy is at the heart of our plumbing service! We want you to know you can trust us for all plumbing needs. That's why we promise to exceed customer satisfaction by ensuring our workspaces are clean after we've done the job, treating your home with absolute respect, and a flexible schedule that fits into your lifestyle. And with our Neighbourly Done Right Promise, we promise that a job isn't done until it's done right. If it's not done right, we'll make it right, and this includes your Edmonton basement floor drain repair service.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Edmonton Basement Drain Repair Service

What Do I Do If There Is Standing Water in my Basement?

Standing water in your basement is a serious cause for concern, but if you do find it, don't panic. Some immediate steps if you notice a wet basement are:

• Stay safe: steer clear of the water if there are any electrical devices as they can cause electrocution and potential damage.
• Determine water source: Are your plumbing fixtures leaking? Has your home been subject to heavy rains recently? Perform a quick inspection and try to determine the cause of the water source, if you can.
• Pump out standing water as soon as possible using a sump pump, and/or remove items that could attract mould

Count On Mr. Rooter Plumbing for Edmonton Basement Drain Repair Services

Don't let your Edmonton basement floor drain issues result in costly repairs and dampen the smooth running of your household! Whether you're looking for Edmonton basement drain repair, preventative maintenance or other plumbing services, such as water heater installation, gas line repair or replacement, or sewer drain cleaning, our team has you covered! With our professionalism, commitment to customer satisfaction, and reliable service, we'll ensure your home is back to optimal working order.

Contact our team of friendly customer service representatives today to book with us for convenient appointment times! Let us help make your life a little easier with professional Edmonton basement drain repair and other drain pipe services.