Your water pipe runs from your property line to inside your house.  Homeowners are responsible for maintaining and replacing this pipe.  The Municipality replaces water mains (the large pipes that bring water to your home) when they are in poor condition.  

 

Holes or cracks may develop in a water main over time, usually as a result of external corrosion from the soil or frost.

 

Water pipes are under pressure, so a break in the water main will cause water to flow out of the pipe and eventually to the surface level, whether that be the street, your front lawn, or the basement of your home. This could also lead to contaminated water in the home. It’s crucial to stop using appliances or drinking water when this occurs.

 

Age wears on all things and sometimes your pipes need to be replaced no matter how well taken care of they are. If your pipes are rusting, leaking, or cracking extensively, it may be more beneficial to replace your pipes than repair them. 

 

Schedule an appointment with Plumbers Direct and we will send out our team to assess your pipes and give you our expert opinion on the best course of action. 

 

Lead can be found in:

As these items corrode and breakdown, lead can enter drinking water. It is recommenced that you replace the entire lead water service pipe. Check with your Municipality for the City to replace its side through the Priority Lead Water Service Replacement Program. 

 

Polybutylene pipe is no longer listed as acceptable plumbing material in Canada 2005 and take about 10 to 15 years to deteriorate.  Polybutylene pipes are unstable and unreliable, susceptible to cracks and holes that turn quickly into costly leaks.  

 

We only employ the best plumbers who specialize in water main work. Our superb service includes initial water main leak detection so we can clarify exactly what and where the issue lies. Once this is done, our professional plumbers will undertake any water main excavation work needed to help access the area. Fully trained in the latest techniques and with the most cutting-edge equipment, they will soon get to the root of your problem and we will be able to repair or replace the damaged pipework.

 

Other services we offer include:

 

If you are having issues with your pipes but are unsure of what or where the problem is located, give Plumbers Direct a call! Our team is licensed and can install, repair or replace your pipes. This includes entire water and sewer lines! Whatever issues you’re facing with your pipes, we can help.

 

Sometimes, you may not have a problem to fix but still need our help. Many commercial landlords or homeowners will build a new en-suite or have an extra bathroom installed within a new extension. This can put extra demands on your mains water supply though and lead to low pressure as a whole. We can perform a low pressure water assessment to help you resolve this.

 

If you are having issues with low pressure or your mains water supply in general, give us a call today. Our professional service is not only affordable but will also get the problem sorted out fast for you. Whether it is for your own home or a commercial property, we can help.