Following the incredible deluge of rain that fell in the City of Toronto last week, many people were impacted with flooded basements and water damage. However, rain isn’t the only way that our homes can be damaged by water, burst pipes and water leaks can also result in flooding.
Here are a couple of articles about protecting your home.
- “Helping clients prevent costly surprises: How to avoid water damage and maintain insurance coverage”. RealEstateMagazine.ca
- City of Toronto: Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program - “During heavy rain, the sewers can become overloaded. It is essential that homeowners take appropriate action to reduce the risk of basement flooding.
Owners of a single-family, duplex, triplex or fourplex residential home can apply online for a subsidy of up to $3,400 per property to install flood protection devices. Eligible work includes: installation of a backwater valve; installation of a sump pump; severance and capping of a home’s storm sewer or external weeping tile connection. Disconnecting the downspouts from your property’s eavestrough system is not eligible for a subsidy.”
Check your eligibility for the program at: Toronto.ca - Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program
