Plumbing emergencies don't wait for business hours. A burst pipe at 2 a.m. or a sewer backup during a holiday weekend needs someone to answer the phone and get there fast. Our licensed Etobicoke plumbers offer 24-hour plumbing service, every day of the year. No overtime charges. A call at 2 a.m. costs you the same rate as a scheduled afternoon appointment.
Call our emergency line any time, day or night. Common emergency calls we respond to across Etobicoke and the Greater Toronto Area include:
- Burst or frozen pipes
- Sewer backups and basement flooding
- Clogged pipes and main line blockages
- Sump pump failures during heavy rain
- No hot water in winter
- Water leaks behind walls or under floors
- Overflowing toilets and major blocked drains
When you call, a live person picks up. We ask the right questions, dispatch a plumber to your door, and give you an arrival window so you're not guessing when help is coming.
Call now for 24/7 emergency plumbing services in Etobicoke.
Plumbing Services We Provide in Etobicoke
Etobicoke homes range from post-war bungalows in Richview and Centennial Park to mid-century properties in Edenbridge-Humber Valley and newer builds in Markland Wood. Each era has its own plumbing vulnerabilities, and our team knows what to look for when we pull into the driveway. We've handled clay lateral replacements in Princess Anne Manor, sump pump upgrades in Chestnut Hills, Kitec pipe replacements in 1990s-era homes, and corroded cast iron drain stacks in older Etobicoke properties.
Drain Cleaning Services and Drain Jetting: We clear blocked drains and clogged pipes using professional drain snaking and our HydroScrub® Jetting system, which scours the entire pipe wall rather than just punching through a clog. Our drain cleaning equipment handles lines from 1.25 to 36 inches in diameter. Drain snaking clears the clog. Hydro jetting removes the buildup that caused it. For kitchen and main sewer lines with recurring grease problems, drain lines with root intrusion, and storm drain and catch basin cleaning, hydrojetting services deliver results that last.
Sewer Line Repair and Replacement: Many Etobicoke homes built before 1970 still have original clay sewer laterals. Once root intrusion becomes widespread across multiple broken or cracked joints, clearing roots annually becomes an ongoing cost rather than a permanent fix. We offer traditional excavation repair, trenchless pipe bursting, and pipe lining. A sewer line inspection using video camera technology locates the exact problem before any repair begins. Trenchless methods let us complete the work from two small access points with minimal disruption to your yard or driveway. We handle root removal, joint repair, and full lateral replacement depending on what the camera shows.
Water Heater Services: Etobicoke's moderately hard municipal water accelerates sediment buildup, shortening water heater lifespans for tanks that haven't been flushed regularly. A tank running on heavy sediment works harder, and that shows on your water bill and gas bill before it shows as an outright failure. We service and install conventional tank models, handle hot water heater repair, and advise when replacement is the more cost-effective path.
Backwater Valve Installation: A backwater valve sits on your main drain line and closes automatically when sewage flows back toward your home during a sewer surcharge event. This device is extremely valuable in Etobicoke's older combined-sewer areas during heavy summer storms. Installation requires a building permit, and all work must pass a City of Toronto inspection.
Sump Pump Repair and Installation: Homes in Chestnut Hills, Markland Wood, and parts of the regional area with clay-heavy soil and higher water tables rely on a functioning sump pump to stay dry. Sump pump failure during a storm is one of the most expensive plumbing emergencies a homeowner faces. A battery backup unit is worth considering for any finished basement: the same storm that triggers sump pump failures often knocks out the power at the same time.
Leak Repair and Leak Investigation: Water damage from undetected leaks is slow, expensive, and often invisible until it's serious. We use thermal imaging to try to pinpoint the exact location of water leaks inside walls or behind finishes.
Frozen Pipe Repair: Exterior hose bibs (outdoor hose bib lines are the most common freeze points in Etobicoke), unheated crawl spaces, pipes along exterior walls in older homes, and basement bathrooms with exterior exposure are the highest-risk spots. We carry pipe-thawing equipment for metal lines inside walls, and the parts to repair burst pipes on the same visit.
Toilet Installation and Repair: Leaking toilets and clogged toilets are among the most common calls we handle in Etobicoke. A running toilet can waste hundreds of litres a day and push your water bill up significantly before you notice the cause. We handle toilet installation, wax seal replacement, fill valve replacement, and full toilet repair on a single visit.
Faucet Installation and Faucet Replacements: Dripping faucets, leaking faucets, and corroded fixtures all have the same outcome: wasted water and a higher water bill. Most faucet replacements are completed in a single visit. We carry parts for the most common faucet brands in Etobicoke homes.
Repiping: For homes with widespread galvanized steel, polybutylene, or Kitec piping, a full repipe replaces the problem material in stages so your home isn't without water any longer than necessary.
Water Line Replacement and Water Service Installation: Water service upgrades and installations for Etobicoke properties comply with the National Plumbing Code of Canada and City of Toronto permit requirements. We handle main water service connections, water pressure upgrades, and full water service upgrades.
Drain Camera Inspections: Our professional equipment includes high-resolution waterproof cameras that send a live feed through your drain lines and sewer lateral. We pinpoint the exact problem, document it on camera, and recommend a fix based on what we actually see.
Bathroom Renovations and Rough-In Plumbing: Planning a bathroom renovation or home renovation in Etobicoke? Our licensed plumbers handle rough-in plumbing for new bathrooms, fixture relocation, and installation of new sinks, showers, tubs, and toilets. We pull the building permits and manage the inspection so your renovation stays on schedule and on code.
We serve The Kingsway, Sunnylea, Humber Valley Village, Edenbridge-Humber Valley, Princess Anne Manor, Richview, Centennial Park, Chestnut Hills, Markland Wood, and the surrounding Etobicoke area. Need help now? Contact us today.
Older Etobicoke Homes: Pipe Materials and What to Watch For
Etobicoke has a housing stock spanning more than 70 years, and the plumbing in those homes reflects what was standard at the time of construction. If your home is more than 30 years old, there's a real chance the pipes are at or near the end of their service life, or they're made from a material no longer considered safe.
Clay Sewer Laterals (homes built before 1980): Clay pipe runs in short sections connected at hub-and-spigot joints. Each joint can crack and allow moisture to leak into the surrounding soil, which is exactly the signal that tree roots follow. Roots infiltrate those joints long before the pipe actually cracks. By the time a slow drain becomes a backup, the camera typically shows a section that's been hosting root growth for years. A drain camera inspection is usually the first step on any sewer line issue in older Etobicoke neighbourhoods like The Kingsway or Sunnylea.
Cast Iron Drain Stacks (pre-1970 homes): Cast iron corrodes from the inside as wastewater eats away at the pipe wall over decades. You won't always notice it until a joint starts weeping or a section fails entirely. Homes in Humber Valley Village and Edenbridge-Humber Valley commonly have original cast-iron drain stacks still in service.
Galvanized Steel Supply Lines (pre-1970 homes): These pipes corrode from the inside and narrow over time, reducing water pressure and flow even when the street supply is fine. Rust-colored water from the hot tap, weak flow at upper-floor fixtures, and staining on porcelain fixtures are all signs that the galvanized lines are nearing the end of their service life.
Polybutylene Piping (homes built late 1970s to mid-1990s): Poly-B was widely installed in Ontario homes during this window. Chlorine in the municipal water supply degrades it from the inside, making the pipe walls brittle and prone to fitting failures. Homes in Richview and parts of Markland Wood fall in this build window. We replace poly-B with copper or cross-linked polyethylene (PEX).
Kitec Piping (homes built or renovated 1995 to 2007): Kitec shows up as bright orange (hot) and blue (cold) flexible pipe with brass fittings, often visible near the water heater or under sinks. The brass fittings dezincify from the inside, blocking flow and eventually cracking. Kitec doesn't usually fail slowly. It tends to fail suddenly. If your home is in this build window and you can spot those orange and blue pipes, schedule an assessment before a fitting failure floods your basement.
Not sure what's behind your walls? Our licensed plumbers can inspect your system and walk you through your options. Contact us to schedule an assessment.
How We Diagnose Plumbing Problems in Etobicoke Homes
We don't guess. When you call about a sewer backup, a water leak, or chronic low pressure, we ask the right questions before we arrive: Is the problem affecting one fixture or multiple drains? Has any recent work been done on the system? Are neighbours experiencing the same issue? Those answers tell us whether we're dealing with a private clog, a shared lateral problem, or a City sewer surcharge, and they determine what professional equipment we bring.
On arrival, we locate your main water valve and test it, find the sewer cleanout access, and run a video inspection when warranted. Older Etobicoke homes often have a mix of original materials and later additions, with clay transitioning to ABS and cast iron to PVC. Those transition points are where roots get in and where drain lines separate. We show you the camera footage and explain what we're seeing in plain language before we quote any repair.
Drain Camera Inspections: A waterproof, high-resolution camera travels through your drain lines and sewer lateral to see exactly what's happening inside: root intrusion, pipe collapse, offset joints, heavy grease buildup, and cracked sections. We mark the precise location above ground so repairs are targeted, not exploratory.
HydroScrub® Jetting: Our hydrojetting services use a high-pressure water stream to clear the entire pipe wall rather than just punch through a blockage. Effective on lines from 1.25 to 36 inches in diameter, including storm drain and catch basin cleaning.
Trenchless Sewer Repair: Trenchless pipe bursting and pipe lining let us rehabilitate or replace damaged sewer lines from two small access points, leaving your yard, driveway, and landscaping largely intact.
Etobicoke Neighbourhoods We Serve
Our licensed Etobicoke plumbers serve every part of the city. Each neighbourhood has its own housing era, common pipe materials, and local climate exposure that shape what plumbing problems show up most often.
South Etobicoke and the Lakeshore
Mimico, Long Branch, New Toronto, Lakeview
Some of the oldest housing stock in Etobicoke sits along the lakeshore, with many homes dating to the 1920s through the 1950s. Original clay sewer laterals, cast iron drain stacks, and galvanized supply lines are common here. Root intrusion into the sewer lateral and corroded cast-iron drains are regular calls. Camera inspection is usually step one.
Central Etobicoke
The Kingsway, Sunnylea, Humber Valley Village, Edenbridge-Humber Valley, Princess Anne Manor
This area contains a mix of properties from the 1940s through the 1960s, many with mature trees on large lots. That combination, clay laterals and established root systems, makes sewer camera inspections particularly valuable before any slow-drain issue becomes a full backup. Galvanized supply lines and original cast iron stacks are common throughout these neighbourhoods, especially in the estate-style homes along The Kingsway and in Princess Anne Manor.
North and West Etobicoke
Richview, Centennial Park, Chestnut Hills, Markland Wood, Rexdale
This area was largely developed in the 1970s to 1990s, putting it squarely within the window for polybutylene and Kitec piping. If your home is in Richview, Chestnut Hills, or Markland Wood and hasn't had a supply line assessment, it's worth knowing what's behind the walls. Parts of this area also have clay-heavy soil with a higher water table, so sump pump function and backwater valve installation are common priorities here.
Don't see your area listed? We serve all of Etobicoke. Contact us, and we'll confirm service availability.
Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing for Etobicoke Plumbing Services
Plumbing costs shouldn't be a guessing game. You get the price before any work begins, in writing, with a clear breakdown of what's included. The price we quote is the price you pay. No surprise fees, no hidden charges, and no overtime markup on evenings, weekends, or holidays.
No Call-Out Fee
There's no charge for us to come to your home or business property. A plumber arrives, assesses the work, and provides a written upfront price before any tools come out. You only pay if you accept the quote and we do the work.
How We Price the Job
Every job starts with an on-site assessment. Pricing isn't something we quote over the phone because every property and every problem is different. Your plumber inspects the issue, identifies the root cause, and walks you through your options before providing a quote. The price reflects the type and complexity of the work, parts and materials required, whether a building permit is needed (we handle the application), and conditions specific to your property.
No Overtime Charges, Ever
A 2 a.m. emergency call costs the same as a 2 p.m. scheduled appointment. Same rate, same professional plumbing services, same Neighbourly Done Right Promise®.
City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program
Many Etobicoke homeowners qualify for this program since Etobicoke falls within the City of Toronto's boundaries. Eligible homeowners can apply for subsidies up to $3,400 per property for specific flood protection work, including a backwater valve installation (maximum $1,250) and a sump pump installation (maximum $1,750). Other eligible measures are listed in the program details. Pre-approval is required before work begins. Applications submitted after the work is done don't qualify.
We handle the building permit, the installation, and the coordination of inspections. We also provide the rebate paperwork and itemized documentation you need for your subsidy application. Always confirm current eligibility with the City of Toronto before starting work, as program terms and amounts change.
For larger projects of $1,000 or more, payment options are available to help make repairs more manageable, subject to credit approval.
Ready for an upfront quote? Request an appointment with one of our licensed Etobicoke plumbers.
What to Expect When You Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing in Etobicoke
When you call, a live person answers. No automated queue, no callback list. We ask about the problem, assess urgency, and dispatch a plumber with an arrival window. On arrival, your plumber locates the issue, explains what's happening in plain language, and gives you the price before touching a tool. If the job requires a building permit under Ontario's plumbing codes, we handle the application and coordinate the inspection. When the work is done, we clean up, walk you through what was repaired, and leave you with a detailed invoice and warranty information.
All work is backed by the Neighbourly Done Right Promise®. Our team is insured and background-checked. Our licensed plumbers wear shoe covers, protect your floors, and leave the work area clean.
Why Etobicoke Homeowners Trust Mr. Rooter Plumbing
Licensed, Insured, and Background-Checked
Our plumbers are licensed under Skilled Trades Ontario, bonded, and fully insured. Ontario's Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) governs gas work; our licensed plumbers carry the appropriate credentials for the scope of work they perform. We carry WSIB coverage and provide proof of insurance upon request before work starts. Ask for documentation, and we'll provide it.
800+ Verified Google Reviews, 4.9-Star Rating
Over 800 Etobicoke homeowners have left verified Google Reviews, and we hold a 4.9-star average. That number reflects individual jobs done right, not a marketing claim. Read our customer reviews and see what your neighbours are saying.
Locally Owned and Operated
Your local Etobicoke Mr. Rooter team is locally owned and operated. We understand what Etobicoke homes are built from. We know the infrastructure, the soil conditions along the Humber River valley, and the common plumbing problems that come with properties in Edenbridge-Humber Valley, Centennial Park, and every neighbourhood in between. That's not something a national service provider can replicate.
Neighbourly Done Right Promise® Workmanship Guarantee
All workmanship and parts are backed by the Neighbourly Done Right Promise®. If the service isn't done right, we'll make it right. Homeowners can contact us within 14 days of service, and if the issue can't be resolved, you will receive a refund.
Upfront, Flat-Rate Pricing
You see the price before any work begins. No overtime fees. No surprise costs. You decide whether to move forward, and the price doesn't change based on how long the job takes or what time we're there.
Honest Guidance on Priorities and Timing
When we find multiple issues during an inspection, we tell you which ones need immediate attention and which ones you can plan for. A 90% blockage in the sewer lateral is an urgent matter. A 12-year-old water heater showing early corrosion is something to budget for over the next six to twelve months, but it isn't an emergency today. We provide the information you need to make a smart, cost-effective decision for your home and your budget, and we stand behind the work regardless of which option you choose.
Payment Plans & Options Available
Plumbing repairs and replacements are an investment. We offer payment options to help make larger plumbing projects more manageable, subject to credit approval. Ask us about payment options when you schedule your appointment.
Commercial Plumbing Services in Etobicoke
We serve commercial properties throughout Etobicoke, including restaurants, office buildings, retail spaces, and multi-unit residential buildings. Our commercial services include grease trap installation and maintenance, commercial drain cleaning with HydroScrub® Jetting, backflow preventer testing and installation, water heater installation for high-demand applications, emergency plumbing repair, and preventive maintenance contracts. We work around your operating hours to keep disruption to a minimum.
When to Call 311 and When to Call a Plumber in Etobicoke
If you have water or sewage coming up through a floor drain during heavy rain, report the issue to 311 first. Toronto Water investigates whether the sewer line issue is on the City side of the line, which runs from the main to your property line. A 311 report creates an inspection record and triggers an investigation, which matters if you later need documentation for an insurance claim.
If only one sink, tub, or toilet is draining slowly, or you have a water leak inside the home, you're almost certainly dealing with a private plumbing issue. Call a licensed Etobicoke plumber. Not sure which situation you're in? Call 311 to start the investigation, then call us so we can look at the private side of your system at the same time.
