Sump Pump Replacement & Installation

A sump pump only matters on the one night it has to work. We size it properly, fit a backup, and test it before we leave.

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Sump Pump Replacement

The Pump That Keeps Your Basement Dry

Your sump pump sits in a pit below the basement floor and moves groundwater away from the foundation before it can rise through the slab. When it fails, you usually find out during the exact storm you needed it for.

Most builder-fitted pumps last somewhere between seven and ten years. If yours is older than that, runs constantly, cycles on and off rapidly, or makes a grinding noise, it is telling you something.

Flood Guard replaces, installs, services and repairs sump pumps across Toronto and the GTA, including battery backup systems and high-water alarms.

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What a Proper Installation Includes

Correct Sizing

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We size the pump to your pit, water table and discharge run, not to whatever was on the van.

Battery Backup

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Storms and power cuts arrive together. A backup pump runs when the mains supply does not.

High-Water Alarm

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An audible alarm and optional phone alert tell you the moment the pit rises too far.

Check Valve & Discharge

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We fit a proper check valve and confirm the discharge runs well clear of the foundation.

Pit Cleaning

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We clean out the pit itself. Silt and gravel are the most common cause of premature failure.

Tested Before We Leave

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We fill the pit, watch the float trip, and confirm the run-out under real conditions.

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Signs Your Pump Needs Replacing

Age is the biggest factor, but watch for a pump that runs when there has been no rain, one that cycles on and off every few seconds, visible rust on the housing, grinding or rattling noises, or a float that sticks. Any of these mean the pump is on borrowed time. If your basement is finished, the cost of replacing a tired pump is trivial next to the cost of the flood it is going to cause.

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Battery Backup and Alarms

A mains-powered pump is useless in a power cut, and severe storms cause power cuts. A battery backup system sits alongside the primary pump with its own float and takes over automatically. We recommend one for any finished basement. Paired with a high-water alarm, it gives you both a second line of defence and a warning if the water is still rising.

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Subsidy and Maintenance

Sump pump installation can qualify under the City of Toronto Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program, and we provide the invoice, permit and documentation the application needs. For maintenance, test your pump every three to four months by pouring a bucket of water into the pit to trigger the float. Have it professionally serviced once a year, ideally before the spring thaw, when we clean the pit, check the float and impeller, test the discharge line and inspect the backup battery.

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Recent Work Across the GTA

A sample of the drain and sewer jobs our crews have completed across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.

High-pressure drain cleaning
High-pressure drain cleaning
CCTV camera inspection
CCTV camera inspection
Backwater valve installation
Backwater valve installation
Hydro jetting a main line
Hydro jetting a main line
Trenchless drain repair
Trenchless drain repair
Sump pump replacement
Sump pump replacement
Water main repair
Water main repair
Drain snaking
Drain snaking

When to Call Flood Guard

Drain problems rarely announce themselves politely. If any of these sound familiar,
call 647-946-4966.

Slow Drainage

Slow Drainage

Slow-draining water in your sink, bathtub, or shower may indicate a blockage or other problems within your drainage system.

Unpleasant Odors

Unpleasant Odors

Strong smells coming from your drains could signal a blockage or an issue with your drainage system.

Water Backup

Water Backup

Water backing up in your sink, toilet, or bathtub may indicate a clogged or damaged drain line.

Flooding

Flooding

Basement flooding might indicate a malfunctioning sump pump or other drainage complications.

Peculiar Noises

Peculiar Noises

Strange noises from your drainage system may suggest blockages or other performance issues.

Visible Damage

Visible Damage

Address any visible damage to your drainage system, such as leaks, promptly to prevent further damage and potential flooding.

What Our Customers Say About Us

Real reviews from real customers across the Greater Toronto Area.

Called Flood Guard at 10pm on a Saturday when our basement drain backed up. They had a technician at our door within 45 minutes. Very professional, and the price was exactly what they quoted.

Scarborough Mark Thompson

We had a recurring clog that two other plumbers could not fix. Flood Guard did a camera inspection, found the root cause, and repaired it permanently. Honest company.

Mississauga Priya Sharma

Flood Guard installed a backwater valve after our basement flooded. The crew was punctual, explained everything clearly, and finished in one day. Highly recommend.

Etobicoke James & Linda W.


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FAQ

How long does a sump pump last?

Typically seven to ten years. If yours is older than that, replace it before it fails rather than after.

What size pump do I need?

It depends on your basement size, water table and discharge run. Most homes need a one-third to one-half horsepower pump, but we assess rather than assume.

Do I need a battery backup?

If your basement is finished, yes. Storms cause power cuts, and a mains-only pump is dead weight during one.

How often should it be serviced?

Test it yourself every three to four months. Have it professionally serviced annually, before spring.

Does the City subsidy cover this?

Sump pump work can qualify under the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program. We supply the paperwork the application needs.

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