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October 8, 2019
by sophia
Flooded Basement, Water Damage

Things you can do to protect your basement from flooding

Basement floods are becoming a common occurrence the last years in Toronto. Rising lake water levels in combination with flash floods are the main water damage causes in Toronto and although we cannot control weather phenomena, we can certainly prepare for future floods. Things to do to prevent basement flooding: The first thing […]

August 1, 2019
by sophia
Flooded Basement, Water Damage

Summer Flash Floods and what your insurance covers

In May of 2019 Southern Ontario experienced intense rain which caused flash flooding and significant damage to properties. Trax Restoration was assisting homeowners in Burlington, where it received two months’ worth of rain in a few hours. The water damage our water restoration crews encountered was devastating. Basements flooded up to the waist and concerns […]

November 9, 2018
by sophia
Flooded Basement, Water Damage

5 ways to prepare for fall rains and avoid flooding

We are now in the middle of fall and the rains have started. We are also dealing with all the fallen foliage that can clog gutters and spouts and contribute to a house flood. Here are 5 ways to prepare for fall rains and ultimately protect your property from flooding. Clean Gutters & Downspouts. […]

April 20, 2018
by sophia
Flooded Basement, sewer backup

Vaughan’s Back-Water Valve Installation Subsidy Program

The municipality of Vaughan has developed the Back-water valve installation program to assist homeowners and protect them from basement flooding caused by surcharged sewers during storms and severe weather events. Installing a back-water valve can significantly reduce the risk of a flooded basement. What is a back-water valve? A back-water valve, also called a […]

January 23, 2018
by sophia
Flooded Basement, Water Damage

Frozen and Burst Pipes and how to prevent them

It’s FREEZING outside! You may feel warm inside your house or business but your pipes are at risk of freezing. Worse yet, frozen pipes can crack and turn into burst pipes when they warm up, causing a flooded basement and on going water damage. When the water in your pipes freezes it turns to […]

October 10, 2017
by sophia
Flooded Basement, sewer backup, Water Damage

10 Tips to Prepare and Prevent Flood Damage

Make plans to prepare for heavy storm water from rain or snowmelt and prevent flooded basement and sewer backup drama in your life. One of the most important things you can do to protect your home and commercial business from flood damage is to clean your rain gutters at least once a year and […]

Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program 2017

August 10, 2017
by sophia
Flooded Basement

Apply to Get up to 80% of Your Money Back on Basement Flooding Protection

With the increase of flash weather events like heavy rainstorms and snow melts the thought of your basement filling up with Toronto sewer water may leave you feeling noxious. Fortunately, the City of Toronto has created an opportunity for property owners to prevent sewer water backup and to benefit by a program that offers up […]

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