Drain Services, Plumbing & Waterproofing in North York

Reliable Drain, Plumbing and Basement Solutions for Local Homes

From older bungalows in Willowdale and Bathurst Manor to renovated properties in York Mills and Bayview Village, homes across the area face a wide range of plumbing, drainage, and basement water problems.

Some properties still rely on aging clay sewer pipes, older foundations, and outdated underground water services. Others need modern plumbing layouts, stronger flood protection, or new drain and waterline systems to support finished basements, additions, and growing families.

At UPR — Underground Plumbing Repair — we provide professional drain services, plumbing, and waterproofing in North York, helping homeowners solve problems beneath the floor, behind the walls, and around the foundation.

With more than 20 years of experience, our licensed and insured team focuses on accurate diagnosis, clean workmanship, straightforward recommendations, and permanent solutions. We do not keep treating the same symptom. We find the source and repair the system properly.

Drain Services in North York

Drain problems often begin quietly. A kitchen sink starts emptying more slowly, a toilet gurgles when another fixture is used, or water rises through a basement floor drain during laundry. When those warning signs continue, the problem may be deeper than an ordinary clog.

Older sewer systems and mature trees create common conditions for root intrusion, separated clay joints, recurring blockages, and underground pipe damage. That is why clearing the immediate obstruction is only part of the job. The line also needs to be assessed when problems keep returning.

Our drain services include:

• Drain Snaking & Clog Removal — Clearing sinks, tubs, toilets, floor drains, stacks, and main-line blockages
• Camera Drain Inspections — Locating roots, buildup, cracks, offsets, and hidden pipe damage
• Tree Root Removal — Clearing invasive roots from aging or damaged sewer lines
• Trenchless Drain Repairs — Restoring suitable underground lines with less excavation and surface disruption
• Drain Repair & Replacement — Repairing or replacing cracked, collapsed, corroded, and deteriorated piping
• New Drain Installations — Building proper drainage layouts for renovations, additions, and basement projects

A blockage may only require professional clearing. But when the same line repeatedly backs up, proper inspection becomes just as important as reopening it. UPR determines whether the problem is buildup, root intrusion, structural damage, or a drain system that has simply reached the end of its useful life.

Plumbing Services in North York

Not every plumbing issue begins underground. Some problems appear at everyday fixtures, beneath kitchen cabinets, behind finished walls, or during renovations where new plumbing needs to be planned correctly from the beginning.

UPR handles both everyday repairs and larger plumbing upgrades. Whether the problem is a dripping faucet, damaged waterline, leaking toilet, or a new rough-in for a basement renovation, the work is approached with the full system in mind.

Our plumbing services include:

• Toilet & Faucet Repairs or Replacements — Repairing running toilets, dripping faucets, leaking shut-offs, and worn fixtures
• Laundry & Bathroom Rough-Ins — Preparing drains and waterlines for washrooms, laundry rooms, additions, and basement renovations
• Interior Waterline Repair & Repiping — Replacing damaged or outdated interior supply lines with modern PEX or copper piping
• Kitchen Drain Repairs — Solving slow drainage, under-sink leaks, damaged branch lines, and recurring grease buildup
• Emergency Plumbing Repairs — Responding to burst pipes, active leaks, overflowing fixtures, and urgent plumbing failures

A visible leak may be isolated to one fitting, but repeated problems can point to aging plumbing behind the walls. Our job is to determine whether a targeted repair is enough or whether the surrounding system needs a more dependable upgrade.

Basement Waterproofing in North York

Basement water can enter through foundation cracks, seep along the wall-floor joint, rise from beneath the slab, or overwhelm an aging drainage system during heavy rainfall.

Older foundations, changing lot grades, seasonal groundwater, and clay-heavy soil can place significant pressure on basement walls and drainage systems. What begins as a damp corner or small stain may eventually damage finished materials, create musty conditions, and limit how the lower level can be used.

Our basement waterproofing and flood-protection services include:

• Exterior Waterproofing — Excavation, foundation-wall preparation, waterproof membranes, drainage layers, and weeping tile work
• Interior Waterproofing — Interior perimeter drainage, wall membranes, weeping tile, sump systems, and controlled water management
• Foundation Crack Repairs — Sealing and repairing cracks that allow moisture through basement walls
• Sump Pump Installation & Battery Backup Systems — Removing collected groundwater and maintaining protection during outages
• Backwater Valve Installation — Helping protect lower-level fixtures from reverse sewer flow
• Help with Flood-Protection Rebates — Guidance with applicable subsidy requirements, permits, inspections, and documentation

These systems protect against different risks. A sump pump handles collected groundwater. A backwater valve helps block reverse sewer flow. Waterproofing controls moisture entering through or around the foundation.

UPR assesses how the water is reaching the basement before recommending what the property actually needs.

Sewer Lines, Main Drains & Waterline Upgrades

The most important plumbing lines on a property are often the ones homeowners never see.

The main drain carries wastewater out of the house. The sewer line connects the property to the municipal system. The main waterline supplies every faucet, toilet, shower, and appliance. When one of these buried systems becomes damaged, outdated, or undersized, the effects can appear throughout the entire home.

Our underground water and sewer services include:

• Sewer Line Repair or Replacement — Repairing root-damaged, cracked, offset, or collapsed sewer pipes
• Main Drain Upgrades — Replacing aging drain systems that repeatedly clog, leak, or back up
• Lead Pipe Replacement — Removing outdated lead water services and installing modern piping
• Main Waterline Upgrades — Improving pressure and flow with a stronger service line where appropriate
• Trenchless Waterline Installation — Replacing suitable underground waterlines with less disruption to lawns, walkways, and driveways

These are not cosmetic improvements. They strengthen the infrastructure every part of the home depends on.

UPR inspects the condition of the buried system, explains the available options clearly, and recommends the repair method that provides the most dependable long-term result.

Restoration After Flooding or Sewer Damage

Repairing the pipe or stopping the backup is only the first part of recovering from serious water damage.

Moisture can move behind drywall, beneath flooring, through insulation, and into materials that may not dry properly without professional attention. Sewage creates an additional contamination issue that requires careful cleanup, disinfection, and restoration before the space is safe to use again.

Depending on the damage, our restoration support may include:

• Water and sewage removal
• Structural drying and moisture control
• Cleaning, disinfection, and odour treatment
• Mould-prevention measures
• Drywall, insulation, flooring, baseboard, and trim restoration
• Clear photos and documentation for insurance purposes

Fixing the plumbing stops the source. Proper restoration deals with everything the water left behind.

Why Homeowners Choose UPR

Homes in Willowdale do not always face the same conditions as properties in Downsview, Don Mills, York Mills, Bathurst Manor, or Bayview Village. Housing age, mature trees, lot grading, renovation history, and buried infrastructure all affect which problems develop and which solution will work best.

For more than 20 years, UPR has helped homeowners throughout the area solve drain failures, basement leaks, sewer problems, plumbing emergencies, and aging underground infrastructure.

Clients choose UPR because we provide:

• Licensed and insured plumbing and waterproofing service
• Accurate diagnosis before major work begins
• Experience with older homes, clay drains, foundations, and buried service lines
• Permit and inspection coordination where required
• Straightforward estimates and practical recommendations
• Clean, organized work areas and respectful crews
• Long-term solutions instead of repeated patchwork

We know the difference between making a problem disappear for today and solving it properly for the years ahead.

Serving Neighbourhoods Across North York

UPR regularly works throughout:

Willowdale
Bayview Village
York Mills
Don Mills
Downsview
Bathurst Manor
Lansing
Newtonbrook
Armour Heights
Clanton Park
Victoria Village
Humber Summit
Amesbury
Lawrence Manor

Older neighbourhoods may be more vulnerable to clay sewer failures, tree roots, aging foundations, and outdated water services. Renovated and newer properties may need upgraded plumbing layouts, additional drainage capacity, stronger basement protection, or repair of hidden installation problems.

Whatever the age or style of the home, the work begins by understanding the system before deciding how to repair it.

Book Drain, Plumbing or Waterproofing Service in North York

If your home is dealing with recurring drain problems, a wet basement, an active plumbing leak, weak water pressure, or aging underground pipes, addressing the issue early can prevent a much larger repair later.

UPR provides reliable drain services, plumbing, and waterproofing in North York, with solutions designed around the actual condition of the home and the infrastructure beneath it.

Contact UPR today to schedule an inspection or request a free estimate.

UPR — Underground Plumbing Repair
We don’t fix. We solve.