Flood Alleviation Program (FLAP), St. Catharines Flooding

What financial support will ST. CATHARINES, ON provide?

ST. CATHARINES, ON offers a maximum subsidy of up to $3500 for eligible Homeowners. 

Source: 

https://www.stcatharines.ca/en/water-utilities-and-services/basement-flooding.aspx

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Why is the Backwater Valve and Sump Pump beneficial?

Based on statistics, experts predict that intense rain storms will become more common in the province of Ontario. That being said, Homeowners may be able to reduce the negative impact that can be caused due to the predicted increased rainfall by installing a Backwater Valve and Sump Pump. When heavy rainfall is present, various types of basement flooding can occur. A very toxic and hazardous type of flood that can occur in a Homeowners residence is a flood caused by the back up of sewer wastes. 

By installing a backwater valve onto your sewer system you can reduce the risk of a sewage flood from occurring in the basement of your residence. 

It is proven that backwater valves can be an effective way to stop wastewater from backing up into your basement however, they must be installed properly  and some backwater valves need more ongoing maintenance than others, which is why Canadian Sanitary Systems recommends a backwater valve alarm for the backwater valve. The purpose of a backwater valve alarm is to alert the Homeowner when there is a blockage present; this way the Homeowner can easily clear the blockage so that the valve can operate properly and continue to effectively serve its purpose.

Before installing a backwater valve or sump pump, the City of St. Catharines recommends that Homeowners use the guidelines below to make the correct decision for their residence.

Please  review the information listed below to verify the eligibility requirements. One of Canadian Sanitary Systems Valve Locators can assist in inquiring with the City of St. Catharines to confirm your eligibility for this grant program.

What is covered under (FLAP)

• Backwater Valve installations and Sump Pump installations

The program requirements include:

• The residence must be a cause of concern and risk for potential flooding.

Source: The City of St. Catharines website “Basement Flooding”
 

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As a premier company dedicated to providing premier customer service, it is important to us to deliver unparalleled workmanship on every installation which is why we only hire top quality Plumbing professionals who have been experts in the industry for many years.​ 

CANADIAN SANITARY SYSTEMS is here to help keep your residence or business safe and sanitary. We will ensure that residential Homeowners will receive the maximum grant that you are entitled to receive. We offer a range of payment methods for our services to meet your financial needs and to ensure durable and cost effective workmanship.