Plumbing and Drain Services Ottawa

For over 10 years, Summit Drain plumbers have been faithfully serving homeowners and business owners in the Ottawa area.

From trenchless sewer line repair and trenchless water line replacement to basement waterproofing, our team of professional plumbing technicians has you covered!

Services We Offer

No matter what plumbing issue you’re experiencing, Summit Drain has plumbers standing by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to take your call.

We understand that a plumbing emergency can happen at any time of day at your home and business and you can’t afford to wait around for help.

Waterproofing

Waterproofing is an important and complex process that should always be trusted in the hands of an experienced plumber. Summit Drain’s team takes care of every step of this process including the sump pump and weeping tile installation.

A leaky basement can degrade your home’s value, cause lots of damage, and even lead to serious health issues for your family. Address the problem with Summit Drain’s professional plumbers before it’s too late.

New Plumbing Rough In

If you’re working on building a new home, adding a new washroom to your basement, or renovating your kitchen, chances are that you’ll need plumbing rough in.

Our master technicians help you lay the groundwork for your remodeling project by ensuring that you have the proper connections for water lines and sewer lines, leading to a seamless finish

Sewer Line Repair and Replacement

It’s a messy job but Summit Drain’s expert sewer line repair and replacement team are up to the task! A leaking sewer line could be dangerous for your health, not to mention that it can make your home’s plumbing system unusable.

Our experts know how to quickly identify the problem and fix it without significantly disturbing your lawn or the inside of your home. We’ll communicate every step of the process to you so that there are no surprises throughout the project.

Trenchless Pipe Repair Technology

At Summit Drains, we utilize the very latest in trenchless pipe repair technology to minimize the damage to your lawn and your home. We inject a special lining into the pipe so it prevents any more leaking, and that means we don’t have to dig up the whole yard or break open your entire basement floor to make a trench.

It’s one of the most revolutionary advances in plumbing and we are proud to offer it to everyone who needs plumbing repairs in Ottawa.

Why Choose Summit Drain and Plumbing

For trenchless water line replacement, plumbing rough-ins, and more, don’t hesitate to call Summit Drain for all of your plumbing repairs and plumbing installation needs in Ottawa. With a team of fully licensed, trained, and insured plumbers, you can rest easy knowing that trusted, experienced professionals are working on your home.

Our emergency response service and industry-leading repairs are why our customers value us so much and we can’t wait to show you Summit Drain plumbers are the region’s number one choice. Call us now to book your appointment or get a consultation.

FAQ

A main sewer line blockage can cause water to backup in random places. For instance, you run your washing machine and notice your sink overflowing – this can be a clear sign that you have a clogged drain line.

If you have ruled out a potential sewer drain clog, you can rinse your sewer drain by flushing it with water. When you flush your lines, try adding a bit of drain cleaner to the water. A great place to flush your sewer line is the toilet – a larger amount of water and drain cleaner can enter your system quickly and easily. Unfortunately, if you do this when you have a clog, it can cause backup and potential flooding – if this is the case, clear the clog first.

You should generally know if your sewer line is blocked with slow drainage. The purpose of the sewer line is to take all the water drainage away from your house via sinks, bathtubs or toilets – if you find that there is slower drainage in one drain then you can essentially clear that yourself using a drain snake or a plunger.

There is confusion regarding when you are responsible for sewer line repair. While some may believe that the homeowner is only responsible for repairing the part of the line that’s on their property, this is not the case. Sewer lines consist of multiple sections, the upper lateral, lower lateral and the main line. The city is only responsible for repairing the main sewer line.

If issues with the main sewer line cause damage to your lower lateral, which is most likely where the damage would generally first start – the city would repair this damage when they work on the main sewer line. Unfortunately, if there is backup and flooding on your property from the main sewer line, then the city would not be responsible. It is best to follow up with the city to see if they will repair any damage in these cases.

Unpleasant smells coming from your drains is indicative of sewer line issues and damage. You should always take these types of smells seriously as it could be toxic fumes slowly releasing from the sewer below into your home.

There are a number of ways to clear a slow drain using products found around the home:

Bent Wire – If you do not have a drain snake, you can try using a stiff wire – like one from a clothes hanger, leaving the hook to enter pipes and pull out any clogs. Try to make sure you don’t push debris further into the pipe.

Homemade Flush – Mixing baking soda and vinegar can dissolve any materials that are potentially clogging your drain pipes. This is a good and much safer alternative to store-bought chemical cleaners.

Toilet Plunger – Like plunging a toilet, you can try using this on your drains. Using a plunger on your drains can help get things moving by using suction. This should be enough to fix any mild blockages.

Aged drain pipes are at risk for corrosion which can lead to breaks. Summit Drain has both the technology and expertise to fix this if necessary.

Yes. Drain pipes are durable, but not meant to last forever. If you live in an older home in Ottawa, most likely the pipes are made from copper and can collapse in this day and age.

When it comes to a collapsed drain, call Summit Drain. We use trenchless technology to replace sewer pipes made from original materials without ruining your property.

Rock salt
Rock salt helps by removing moisture from the roots, which in turn kills them. Two lbs should do the trick, pour 1 down the toilet. Flush until gone. And repeat with the next. Then leave for 12 hours and don’t run any water.

Foaming root killers
Another effective way to treat roots in pipes is with foaming root killers. Pour powder into toilet and flush. It will foam upon contact with water. Not only does it help dissolve current roots, but also helps to protect against future ones.

Copper sulfate
Copper sulfate is another good option. Available at most hardware stores, pour roughly half a cup into toilet and flush until gone. Leave the home and take all pets and family members along. This is a toxic substance and banned in some places.

Should I replace old pipes?
There does come a time where it makes sense to replace your pipes. Over time they crack and corrode. It is recommended to begin routine inspections once your home reaches 50 years in age. For plumbing Services in and around the Ottawa area, nobody does it like Summit Drain.