A drain emergency is any situation where waste water is actively coming into the home, or where a blockage stops you using toilets and drains entirely. These situations get worse — and more costly — the longer they go on.
Mississauga Drain is open 24 hours. You can call at any hour to describe what's happening and arrange service. We'll be straightforward with you about timing when you call.
Common signs
- Sewage or grey water coming up through a floor drain
- Toilets overflowing or refusing to flush
- Every drain in the home backing up at once
- Water rising in the basement after heavy rain
What usually causes it
Main sewer line blockage
When the line leaving the house is blocked, all waste water looks for the lowest exit — usually the basement.
Storm surges
Heavy rainfall can overload drainage, especially where weeping tiles or downspouts connect to the sanitary system.
Tree root intrusion
Roots growing into older clay or cast-iron sewer pipes can block a line suddenly.
What to expect when you call
While you wait: stop using water, keep people and pets away from contaminated water, and if water is near electrical outlets or appliances, stay clear and switch off power only if it's safe to do so.
Take photos of the affected area for your records and insurance — before cleanup if possible.
In Mississauga
Heavy summer storms have caused basement flooding in several parts of Mississauga over the years. The City of Mississauga and Region of Peel publish guidance on flood prevention that's worth reading if your area is prone to it. See our Mississauga service area for more.