Toronto Storms Are Getting Worse
Storm Water Damage in Toronto: What We Deal With
Toronto receives an average of 780mm of precipitation per year, with increasingly intense storm events due to climate change. During major rain events, the city's combined sewer system — much of it over 100 years old — cannot handle the volume. Water enters homes through floor drains, foundation walls, and window wells across every neighbourhood.
Storm water is classified as Category 2 or Category 3 depending on what it contacts during entry. Water that enters through floor drains or has passed through external terrain carries contaminants and must be handled with the correct protocol. We assess, categorize, and treat every storm water job to the right standard. Read our guide: what to do immediately after a basement flood.
Signs of Storm Water Damage in Your Toronto Home
- Water entering through basement window wells during or after heavy Toronto rain
- Water coming up through basement floor drains — combined sewer surcharge event
- Wet foundation walls or seepage through cracks after sustained rainfall
- Flooding in your basement with no plumbing failure — external water source
- Debris or discolouration in the water — indicates external or contaminated source
