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From a stubborn drain to a burst pipe at midnight, our licensed Markham plumbers show up ready to fix it properly the first time. You get a clear price before any work starts, and a tidy home when we leave.
- Licensed & insured
- 24/7 emergency service
- Upfront pricing
- Local Markham crews
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Licensed Plumbers in Markham
Your job is handled by qualified plumbers who work in Markham homes every day. We know the local housing stock, from Unionville heritage homes to new builds in Cornell.
Workmanship You Can Count On
We take the time to find the real cause and fix it properly. When we leave, the work is tidy, tested and explained.
Upfront Pricing Before Work Starts
You'll hear the price and agree to it before any tools come out. No surprises on the bill afterward.
Why Markham Plumbing
Why Choose Our Markham Plumbers?
Markham homes range from century-old brick to last decade's subdivisions, and each brings its own plumbing quirks. We show up prepared, explain what we find and fix it the right way.
Local to Markham
We know the neighbourhoods, the pipe materials and the storm-season headaches.
Fully Stocked Vans
Common parts on board means more jobs finished in one visit.
Clear Upfront Quotes
A written price you approve before we begin.
Clean Workmanship
Floor protection, tidy work areas and no mess left behind.
Brands We Work With
- American Standard
- A.O. Smith
- Bradford White
- Rheem
- GSW
- Navien
- Rinnai
- Moen
- Delta Faucet
- Kohler
- Grohe
- Watts
- Liberty Pumps
- Zoeller
What We Do
Our Plumbing Services in Markham
Whether it's a flooded basement in Wismer or a tired faucet in Markham Village, we cover every part of your plumbing. Pick a category to see what we handle.
Repairs
From a running toilet in Cornell to a dripping shower in Unionville, we repair what's broken instead of pushing a replacement. You'll know the price before we start.
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Installations & Basements
New fixtures, basement bathrooms and second-kitchen rough-ins, planned around how your home is actually laid out. Clean lines, tidy work, no loose ends.
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Water Heaters & Water Quality
Many Markham subdivisions have original tanks reaching the end of their life together. We repair, replace or upgrade to tankless, and help with hard-water problems too.
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Sump Pumps & Flood Protection
Heavy storms put Markham basements to the test. We keep pumps running and add backup and backflow protection before the next downpour.
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Sewer
Older clay and cast-iron sewer lines crack and collect roots. A camera inspection shows exactly what's wrong so we can clean, repair or replace only what's needed.
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Drain Cleaning
Slow sinks and gurgling floor drains are early warnings. We clear the blockage and tell you what caused it so it doesn't come straight back.
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Commercial
Restaurants, offices and plazas along Highway 7 need plumbing that keeps the doors open. We work around your hours and keep you in compliance.
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Always Ready to Act
Emergency Plumbing When Every Minute Counts
A burst line or backed-up floor drain can soak a finished basement in minutes. Call us and we'll talk you through shutting off the water while a plumber heads your way.
Our vans carry the valves, fittings and repair parts most emergencies need, so we can stop the damage and often complete the repair on the same visit.
Learn MorePipe upgrades
Restore a Stronger Flow
Fixing Low Water Pressure in Older Markham Homes
In parts of Thornhill, Milliken and Markham Village, original galvanized or undersized supply lines narrow over time. The result is a weak shower upstairs whenever someone runs a tap downstairs.
We test pressure at the main and at your fixtures, find the restriction, and replace only the sections that need it, often starting at the main shut-off.
Learn MoreRough-ins to final fixtures
Finish Your Basement Right
Basement Bathrooms & Second Suites
Adding a bathroom or kitchen downstairs is one of the most popular projects in Markham. We plan drain slopes, venting and fixture locations so everything works and passes inspection.
A building permit may be required for basement bathrooms and second suites, so check with the City of Markham before work starts. We coordinate our work around your permit and inspections.
Learn MoreBackwater valves & sump pumps
Protect Your Home
Flood Protection for Markham Basements
When heavy rain overwhelms the municipal sewer, water can push back up through your basement floor drain. A backwater valve and a reliable sump pump are the best defence.
We assess your drainage, recommend the right mix of protection and install it cleanly. We'll also point you to the City's rebate program before any work begins.
Learn MoreMarkham has a rebate for flood protection work — but you must apply BEFORE you start.
The City of Markham's Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program helps homeowners with backwater valve installation, weeping tile disconnection and sump pump installation. Pre-approval from Markham's Environmental Services Department is required before any work begins, and applications made after the work is done without pre-approval may be rejected. A building permit and City inspection are also required.
Amounts and eligibility are set by the City of Markham and may change — confirm before booking.
The City of Markham does not contact homeowners directly to inspect or install flood protection devices. If someone calls claiming to, verify with the City first.
Plumbing Installations in Markham Homes
Installing a new fixture sounds simple until you open a wall. In Markham, the house behind that wall could be a 1920s home on Main Street Unionville, a 1970s back-split in Thornhill or a 2010s detached in Berczy Village, and each hides a different mix of pipe materials, valve types and past renovations. A good installation starts with understanding what's already there, so the new piece connects cleanly to the old without creating a weak point.
Most installation calls we see fall into three groups. The first is replacement: swapping a worn builder-grade faucet or a cracked toilet for something better built. With toilet installation, that means checking the flange and floor for hidden water damage before setting the new bowl, not just dropping it onto an old wax ring. The second is upgrades, such as a bidet, a rainfall shower or a pull-down kitchen faucet, where supply lines and shut-offs often need attention too. The third is additions: new bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens in space that never had plumbing.
Additions are where planning matters most. A new drain needs the correct slope, proper venting and a route back to the stack that won't require tearing up half a finished basement. Many Markham basements were roughed in by the builder, but those rough-ins are not always where the homeowner wants the bathroom today. We'll look at what exists, tell you honestly whether it can be used, and map out the most practical layout.
If you're adding a new shower or replacing a vanity, we'll also check that the shut-off valves under your sinks and behind your toilets still close fully. Many original valves seize after years of disuse, and a valve that won't turn is no help in an emergency. Replacing them during an installation costs far less than dealing with a leak you can't stop.
Finally, we clean up. Installation work happens inside lived-in homes, so we protect floors, keep the work area contained and leave your new fixture tested and ready to use.
Drain & Sewer Repair in Markham
Markham's mature neighbourhoods are beautiful partly because of their trees, and those same trees are behind many of the sewer problems we're called to. In Unionville, Markham Village and Thornhill, a lot of homes still rely on original clay or cast-iron sewer laterals. Clay pipe was laid in short sections with joints that loosen over decades, and fine roots find those gaps, grow inside and eventually form dense mats that catch everything flowing past.
Cast iron fails differently. It corrodes from the inside, the walls roughen and scale builds up until the pipe's opening shrinks. Eventually cracks or holes form, particularly at the bottom where water sits. Either way, the early warning signs look similar: a basement floor drain that gurgles when the washing machine drains, a toilet that bubbles, or a slow backup that clears by itself and then returns weeks later.
The most useful tool for these problems is a sewer camera inspection. We run a waterproof camera through the line and watch the picture live, so we can see roots, cracks, sags, offsets and old repairs, and note how far each one is from the cleanout. You can watch alongside us. That footage turns guesswork into a plan and keeps you from paying to dig up a line that only needed cleaning.
Sometimes cleaning is enough. Mechanical cutting or hydro jetting clears roots and scale and restores flow, and for a pipe that's structurally sound it can buy years. When the camera shows a collapsed section or a badly offset joint, targeted sewer repair or a section replacement makes more sense than repeated cleanings.
If your home is in an older part of Markham and you've never had the sewer looked at, an inspection before a finished-basement renovation is a smart move. It's far easier to address a failing lateral before new flooring goes down than after water comes up through it.
Hot Water Through Markham Winters
Markham winters are hard on water heaters. The water coming into your home in January is much colder than in July, so the heater works harder to bring it up to temperature, and a unit that kept up fine all summer can start running out halfway through the second shower. For larger homes in Angus Glen, Cathedraltown or Box Grove with three or four bathrooms, sizing matters more than most people realise.
A standard tank is rated by capacity and recovery rate: how much hot water it holds and how quickly it can reheat. When a family grows or a basement suite is added, the original tank is often too small for the new demand. If your heater is struggling, water heater repair may fix a failing element, thermocouple or burner. If it's past its expected life or leaking from the tank itself, replacement is the safer choice.
Many homeowners ask about tankless water heaters. They heat water on demand rather than storing it, so you won't run out, and they free up floor space in the mechanical room. They do need the right gas line size and proper venting, and in very cold weather the flow rate you can get at full temperature drops, so a unit has to be sized for winter conditions, not summer ones. We'll walk through what your household uses and recommend honestly between tank and tankless.
Winter also brings frozen pipes. Lines running along exterior walls, in garages or over unheated crawl spaces are the most at risk, and a split pipe often doesn't leak until it thaws. If a tap suddenly stops flowing on a very cold morning, shut off the main and call for frozen pipe repair before the ice melts.
A little maintenance helps: flushing sediment from a tank, testing the pressure relief valve and insulating exposed pipes before the first deep freeze.
Water Softeners & Filtration in Markham
If you've noticed white crust on your faucets, cloudy spots on glassware or a ring of buildup around your shower head, you're seeing the minerals in your water. Hard water isn't a health concern, but over time it shortens the life of fixtures and appliances and makes cleaning a constant chore. Scale builds up inside water heaters, where it insulates the heating surface and makes the unit work harder, and inside dishwashers, washing machines and the cartridges of single-handle faucets.
A water softener removes those hardness minerals before water reaches the rest of your home. We install it near the main shut-off, with a bypass so you can service it easily, and a proper drain connection for the regeneration cycle. Many Markham homes built in the last twenty years have a softener loop already roughed in, which makes installation cleaner. Older homes may need a new loop added.
Softening protects your finishes. Chrome and brushed-nickel fixtures stay bright, glass shower enclosures are far easier to keep clear, and stone countertops around the sink avoid the etched rings that come from repeated mineral deposits. If you've just invested in a renovated bathroom or kitchen, a softener helps keep it looking new.
Filtration solves a different problem. Some people want to reduce chlorine taste and odour, while others want cleaner drinking water from a dedicated tap. Water filtration systems range from whole-home carbon filters to under-sink reverse osmosis units, and the right choice depends on what you're trying to remove.
That's why we suggest starting with water testing. Knowing your hardness level and what else is in the water lets us size equipment correctly rather than guessing, so you pay for the treatment you actually need.
Plumbing in Markham's Newer Subdivisions
A huge share of Markham was built in the 1990s and 2000s. Wismer, Greensborough, Cornell, Berczy Village, Cathedraltown and Box Grove filled in quickly, often with the same builders installing the same fixtures across whole streets. That consistency had a side effect: the original water heaters, faucets, toilet fill valves and sump pumps in these neighbourhoods tend to reach the end of their lives around the same time.
Builder-grade fixtures are designed to be affordable, not to last for decades. Plastic faucet cartridges wear, toilet flappers warp, and shut-off valves stiffen. None of it is dramatic on its own, but together it adds up to drips, running toilets and higher water bills. A quick walk-through lets us flag what's worn and deal with it in one visit, whether that's faucet repair or a full fixture swap.
The original water heater is often the biggest concern. Tanks installed when the house was new are frequently well past their expected lifespan, and a tank failure in a finished basement is expensive. If yours is original, it's worth having it checked before it decides for you.
Finished basements are the other big theme. Many owners in these subdivisions have finished their lower levels, and some have added second suites. That makes the sump pump critical. Many original pumps were basic units with no backup, and when one fails during a storm the water goes straight into living space. A tested pump, a battery backup and a check valve that actually works are inexpensive compared with replacing drywall and flooring.
Newer homes are generally easier to work on, with accessible cleanouts, plastic drains and roughed-in lines. That means upgrades usually go smoothly, and a little attention now keeps your home in good shape for the next twenty years.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can a plumber get to my home in Markham?
It depends on the time of day, traffic and how many urgent calls are ahead of yours. When you call, we'll give you an honest estimate and keep you updated. For true emergencies, we'll also walk you through shutting off your water while you wait.
Will a backwater valve help prevent basement flooding?
A backwater valve stops sewage from flowing back into your home when the municipal sewer is overwhelmed during heavy rain, which is one of the most common causes of basement flooding. The City of Markham offers a rebate for this work, but you must get pre-approval before any work starts, and a building permit and inspection are required.
Do I need a permit for a basement bathroom or second suite in Markham?
In many cases, yes. New plumbing drains and second suites generally require a building permit from the City of Markham. Check with the City's Building Standards department before work begins; we'll plan our work around your permit and inspections.
Why do older Markham homes have low water pressure?
Homes in areas like Thornhill, Milliken and Markham Village may still have original galvanized steel or undersized supply lines that narrow with corrosion over time. A partly closed or failing main valve, or a worn pressure regulator, can also be the culprit. We test to find the actual cause before recommending any work.
Is a water softener worth it?
If you're seeing scale on fixtures, spots on dishes or buildup in your kettle, a softener can protect your water heater, appliances and finishes and make cleaning easier. A water test tells us your hardness level so we can recommend the right size, or tell you if you don't need one.
How often should I test my sump pump?
Test it every few months and always before spring thaw and storm season. Slowly pour a bucket of water into the pit and make sure the pump switches on, empties it and shuts off. If you have a battery backup, check the battery too. If anything sounds wrong, call us before the next heavy rain.