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Water Damage Restoration in Scarborough

Burst pipe, sewer backup, or flooded basement. We answer 24/7 and get a crew to you anywhere in Scarborough.

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Water damage restoration serving Scarborough

Scarborough has some of the highest rates of basement flooding in the GTA. A large portion of the housing stock — particularly in West Hill, Agincourt, Birchcliff, and Morningside — was built in the 1950s and 1960s, when combined sewers handled both stormwater and sanitary waste in the same pipe. During heavy rain, those systems can surcharge and push sewage back up through floor drains and toilets.

On top of the sewer infrastructure, many of these homes have aging cast-iron or clay sewer laterals that crack, root-intrude, or collapse over time — and plumbing stacks that weren't sized for the basement bathrooms and laundry rooms added years after the original build.

We work across all of Scarborough. Whether you are in a post-war bungalow in Cliffside, a split-level in Agincourt, or a semi-detached near Morningside Park, we find the water, dry the property out properly, and deal with your insurance. We have been doing this in the east end for over 20 years.

Common causes we handle in Scarborough

  • Sewer backup through floor drains and toilets
  • Combined sewer surcharge during heavy rain
  • Burst or failed water supply lines
  • Sump pump failure during storms
  • Foundation wall seepage from saturated soil
  • Appliance leaks — dishwashers, washing machines, hot water tanks
  • Roof and eavestroughs directing water toward the foundation
Water damage restoration equipment set up in a Scarborough basement

Flooding in Scarborough right now?

We pick up 24/7 and can get a crew to you fast.

647-563-9966

What to expect

What happens after you call

1

We answer

You reach a person, not a voicemail. We can get a crew to you anywhere in Scarborough.

2

Inspection

We find where the water travelled. Moisture meters and infrared cameras track damage inside walls, under floors, and anywhere it has spread.

3

Scope of work

We determine what needs to happen to stop further damage and dry the structure out safely. Industrial air movers and dehumidifiers are set up.

4

Monitoring and documentation

We check moisture readings every day and remove equipment only when the structure is fully dry.

If the water has caused hidden damage or potential mould growth, we also offer thermal imaging, mould inspection and remediation, and air quality testing.

Questions from Scarborough homeowners

How quickly can you get to Scarborough after a flood?
We are available 24/7 and aim to have a crew on site within 1 to 2 hours of your call anywhere in Scarborough — from West Hill and Agincourt to Birchcliff and Cliffside. We pick up the phone day and night.
My basement backed up through the floor drain. What should I do right now?
Stop using any water in the house to prevent more sewage from entering. Do not walk through the water barefoot. Call us and we will walk you through what to do while we get a crew on the way. Sewage backup is a health hazard and needs professional cleanup — it is not safe to mop up yourself.
Does home insurance cover sewer backup in Ontario?
Sewer and drain backup is typically a separate add-on endorsement on Ontario home insurance policies, not included in standard coverage. Burst pipes and sudden accidental water damage usually are covered. We bill your insurance company directly and help you work through the claim.
How long does it take to dry out a flooded basement in Scarborough?
Most jobs take 3 to 5 days of active drying. We set up industrial air movers and dehumidifiers, monitor moisture readings daily, and only remove equipment once the structure is fully dry. Larger jobs or ones involving sewage or mould take longer.
Our 1960s bungalow has a finished basement that flooded. Is it a write-off?
Not necessarily. The goal is to save as much as possible. We assess what is wet using moisture meters and a thermal camera. Drywall that is thoroughly wet usually needs to come out, but framing and subfloor can often be dried and saved. We scope the work and give you a clear picture before anything gets removed.

Water damage restoration in Scarborough.

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