Drain Works Plumbing

Plumbing
Toronto ON M8Z 3L2
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Brian Barron in Toronto
Brian Barron in Toronto
3 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Stack and drain replacement

Drainworks replaced an original cast iron stack in our basement which had cracked, as well as the original (100 year old) drain system in the basement and extending outside to the city sewer connection. They also installed a new drain in the basement and several clean out accesses (which were lacking in the old set up). This was a big job. We were very impressed by the professionalism of Chris, Lou and Armando and with the tidy, efficient work done by Misha and his team. All work scopes and quotes were detailed and in writing. The work was followed up by a post job inspection and written report on what had been done. Lou and Armando were very pragmatic and gave useful advice. They were also willing to listen to concerns and get customer input and did not hesitate to explain everything they proposed to do and check to make sure that everything was understood. We were kept informed about what was going on throughout the job, and additional input from us was sought as necessary. Appointments were meticulously kept (the start date for the drain replacement was even moved ahead by one day, after checking to make sure it was okay). Very pleased with the work done and with the professionalism of this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$15,500.00
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**Thanks Brian** It was a pleasure reading your review to learn how happy you were with the service provided from start to finish and from all involved. At DrainWorks we strive to provide exemplary customer service paired with quality workmanship and meticulous attention to detail. It is very rewarding to know that our efforts have left you as a satisfied customer. We certainly appreciate you sharing your experience here for all to see. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks; we look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to rely on should you require assistance again in the future.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

back water valve

The crew was tidy, appropriate and timely. The initial investigation was thorough and the proposed plan was made clear to me and carried out as promised. No surprises! I am pleased that I now have a backwater drain installed by a reputable, reliable and efficient company. Drainworks provided excellent service, were prompt, courteous and professional. They arrived when they said they would and completed the job on time and as promised. Thanks Armando and Lou.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Company Response

**Thanks** We are very grateful for the review and thank you for taking the time to share this experience with us. It is rewarding to know that you were happy with the service from start to finish. DrainWorks does strive to provide top notch customer service and professional workmanship, and it is kind of you to acknowledge our efforts. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks Plumbing. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to rely on.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

Kitchen Plumbing

I recently used DrainWorks for a stubborn kitchen sink back up. It happened the morning before we had a large family gathering. Panic set in! We needed to use the kitchen to entertain. Needless to say, we called them and immediately the assured us they would get out in short order and made us feel like a real priority. Their tech, Lou, came out, was a pleasure to deal with, gave pricing upfront, before anything was done, and walked us through all of the steps. We have used DrainWorks on a few occasions in the past and have never been less that thrilled with their quality of service and attention to detail. A high recommend from us!

Approximate cost of services:
$200.00
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**Thanks** It was a pleasure to read your review to learn just how satisfied you were, and have always been, with the service we provide. We thank you so much for the high recommendation and for sharing this experience with us here for all to see. Thanks for making DrainWorks Plumbing your choice for your plumbing and drain needs.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Basement Drain Replacement

Drainworks provided excellent service, were prompt, courteous and professional. Most important they solved my problem.
The crew they sent was efficient and did an excellent cleanup. Our main contact from drainworks did the initial thorough investigation, supervised construction and followed up. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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**Thanks** We are very grateful for the review and thank you for taking the time to share it with us. It is rewarding to know you were so happy with the service provided. We definitely look forward to hearing from you again should you require plumbing or drain assistance in the future.

Ken in Toronto
Ken in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Basement drains

The experience with Drainworks was great. They kept in contact with me prior to the scheduled date. They arrived when they said they would. They protected the work area and the route to the back door. There was a bit of a hiccup with the work but they fixed the issue the next day. The work was done well. This is the second time I've used Drainworks in the past year.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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**Thanks Ken** We appreciate your review and thank you for your patronage. Happy to know you were satisfied again with the service provided, and we look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to rely on should you require assistance again in the future. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Kitchen sink replacement, toilet replacement

The speed and efficiency, combined with the reasonable price, made this plumbing experience more pleasant than I ever would have imagined! I would recommend Drainworks to anyone. They are professional and pleasant and the work is good.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,600.00
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**Thanks** It was a pleasure reading your review and learning just how very satisfied you were with our service, from start to finish. It is nice to have our efforts acknowledged and we thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us, and we thank you for the referral. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to reply on should you require assistance again in the future.

Laurie in Toronto
Laurie in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
9/10

Camera Scoping + Removal of Outside Trap & Breather

After moving into an older home, we decided to have our drain pipes scoped for integrity as they are original clay pipes. We chose DrainWorks because they came highly recommended by a co-worker who had a good experience with them. She mentioned we'd probably pay a bit more but the service and quality of work would be worth it. Unfortunately, there are a lot of companies around today that claim to know what they are doing and provide cheap but also crappy work - we wanted to avoid this!

The camera scoping was done end of Aug which showed that the outside house trap was cracked. We proceeded with having the trap and breather removed a few days later. Armando, the technician, was great - very professional, knowledgable and friendly. He outlined each of the steps and answered all our questions/concerns. The actual job took a day and the DrainWorks crew arrived on time. A section of our front lawn was dug up where we have some plants. The plants were removed nicely and a tarp was placed on the lawn for all the dirt. After everything was done you could barely tell we had work done. The only thing we noticed is the ground under the plants was and is still a bit bumpy/uneven but hopefully it should settle over time.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,600.00
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**Thanks Laurie** We greatly appreciate your review and thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It is pleasing to know that you were satisfied with service provided and that you found our technicians to be very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We do look forward you hearing from you should you require any plumbing or drain assistance again in the future. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks Plumbing.

Bill Ing in Toronto
Bill Ing in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Full basement drain to the city line

I was very happy with both the guys and the service, the guys all had a job to do and each one knew their part, this made for a fast, efficient and very professional job. Special thanks to Armando Gatti for explaining every step of the way. Strongly recommended!

Approximate cost of services:
$8,300.00
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**Thanks Bill** We are very grateful for your feedback and thank you kindly for the strong referral. It is rewarding for us to know that you were so pleased with the service provided. Of course we look forward to hearing from you should you require plumbing or drain assistance again in the future. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks Plumbing.

Samia in Toronto
Samia in Toronto
3 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Clogged floor drain

I called DrainWorks when I saw water backing-up from the floor drain. Matt came and explained to me all my options. He suggested the use of a camera which I declined and I chose instead to snake it and the blockage cleared. Two days later, when the drain clogged again, I called them and this time with the use of a camera and an electronic equipment they detected the blockage under the basement floor. The next day, despite pouring rain they showed up on time and performed the job. The area was well protected and the work was done on time. They cleaned up everything and even
stayed behind to fix my screen door latch which was displaced by
accident. I recommend this company a hundred per cent.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,500.00
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**Thanks Samia** We are very grateful for the review and thank you for taking the time to share your experience here for all to see. It is nice to know we could be of assistance and that you were so pleased with the service. Thank you for your 100% referral. We certainly do look forward to hearing from you should you require plumbing or drain service again in the future.

sohandley in Scarborough
sohandley in Scarborough
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Came out the next morning, very professional

Our sink and dishwasher were not draining properly. Lou was there the next morning (within the 9am-12 time window given). Snaked everything thing out, found one problem. Discovered a very small leak I didn't even know about and fixed that too (probably saved us a lot of money in future damage!!!).

Approximate cost of services:
$220.00
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**Thanks Sohandley** We appreciate your review and thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us. It is rewarding to know that you were so pleased with the service provided. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to rely on should you require assistance again in the future. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks!

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More about Drain Works Plumbing

DrainWorks Plumbing is a customer-first, Toronto-based plumbing company providing full plumbing services, drain cleaning, drain repair and drain replacement. All our plumbers are 100% licensed, insured and commission-free! We take great pride in being one of the most reviewed companies on HomeStars in North America! We are also proud to say that we have been chosen (twice) as the "best plumber in the city" by Toronto Life magazine, as evidenced by their "Busy person's survival guide" issue. High praise from a wonderful and trusted publication!

We employ full-time salaried plumbers rather than commission-based plumbers that are motivated to up-sell you. All of the DrainWorks plumbers in Toronto and surrounding areas are fully licensed, insured, and professionally trained. We are also proud to say that 100% of our employees have been with us for 10 years or more. Finally, an experienced local plumber near you that you can trust and rely on!

Further, we've recently had the honor of being one of a select few companies across all trades, hand picked by Gemini award winning TV host and contractor, Bryan Baeumler, of HGTV's Leave it to Bryan and Disaster DIY to be Baeumler Approved. A high mark of quality, indeed.

You can count on DrainWorks for all your plumbing and drain-related needs in Toronto. Our plumbers are ready for your call with clear and upfront pricing and will always arrive on-time and fully prepared with everything they can foreseeably need.

DrainWorks Plumbing also likes to help and support our local Toronto community and charities, such as for the Easter Seals and SickKids Foundation.
Please take a few moments to read these plumbing reviews from our customers, so you too can learn about and take advantage of the ‘DrainWorks Difference’. We hope you choose us for your next call to the plumber!

CATEGORIES
Drainage Contractors, Bathroom & Kitchen - Fixtures & Accessories, Drain Services, Plumbing, and Waterproofing
PRODUCTS
Plumbing problem? Drain clog, drain backup, or basement flood? Or do you just need a new plumbing fixture installation? Or perhaps a full drain pipe excavation and replacement?
SERVICES
Full service plumbing, emergency plumbers, complete drain cleaning, underground sewer pipe replacement and waterproofing
STYLES
Available with clear upfront pricing, on time & prepared!
SPECIALITIES
Residential plumbing services in Toronto, drain cleaning, drain pipe excavation and replacement, drain snake rootering, drain camera inspections, drain hydro-jetting and more.
WEBSITE
https://drainworks.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1995
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard
LICENSES
Master Plumber License P26570; Plumbing Contractor License T94-4853957
MEMBERSHIPS
Better Business Bureau, Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance, PSI, Retail Council of Canada
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
DIPLOMAS
WHMIS, Staples Canada wide Service Excellence Award, recognition by 2 Prime Ministers and 4 Premiers
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Lifetime warranty on all new underground drain workmanship
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