Backwater Valve Installation in Oakville. Do I need it?

There’s nothing quite like the horror of looking down at your basement drain… and watching sewage rise up instead of drain down.

If you live in Oakville, you may have heard about backwater valves — maybe from your contractor, or maybe from a city rebate flyer you tossed aside. But here’s the truth:
If your home doesn’t have one yet, it might be the only thing standing between you and a very messy flood.

Let’s break down what a backwater valve is, how it works, and how to know if your home needs one.

Imagine this: heavy rain pounds the street, city sewers are overwhelmed, and instead of water flowing out of your home… it starts flowing back in.

A backwater valve is a simple but powerful device installed on your main drain line. It lets wastewater flow out like normal — but automatically closes if anything tries to come back the other way.

No manual shutoff. No electricity. Just clean protection against a nasty surprise.

So… Do You Need One in Oakville?

Short answer: If you’ve ever had a backup — or your home’s drain line is lower than the city sewer — the answer is yes.

But even if you haven’t had problems yet, here are a few signs your home is at risk:

• You live in a low-lying area

• Your basement has a floor drain, laundry, or bathroom

• The city sewer has backed up nearby in heavy rain

• Your home is older and likely doesn’t have modern flood protections

Good news? Oakville offers rebates for proper backwater valve installations — and we’ll help you apply.

UPR Installs It Right the First Time

We don’t just pop a valve in and leave.
We inspect the flow, choose the right location, and ensure access for maintenance. Every backwater valve we install in Oakville comes with a cleanout port, full testing, and a long-term guarantee.

Pro Tip:

Don’t confuse a sump pump with a backwater valve — one protects against groundwater, the other protects against sewer water. You might need both. We’ll help you figure that out.

Call 647-833-6743

Contact UPR

When water fights back, don’t sit on the fence — UPR installs your sewer defense.
Serving Oakville & the GTA with licensed backwater valve installs, fast and by the book.