A backwater valve, installed on a side sewer line between a house and a sewer main, prevents a backed-up main from flooding into a building’s drains. A public hearing on the proposed ordinance ...

Backwater valves are installed on a sewer lateral pipe that connects the building to the public sanitary sewer. The valve ensures sewage can only flow in one direction, out of the home during ...

They say if your home is in a low-lying area with a basement, it’s a good idea to install a backwater valve on your private sewer line to prevent sewer watch from back up into your home during ...

They are especially helpful in times of flooding or heavy rain. You will need to identify if your backwater valve is for a sanitary or storm sewer. For eligible homeowners, the Region of Peel offers a ...

Swanson said backups in sewer lines often happen because of roots growing through cracked pipes. He also recommended homeowners install a backwater valve to protect their property. When asked how ...