Drain Works Plumbing

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Toronto ON M8Z 3L2
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Laura Heyes in Toronto
Laura Heyes in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
9/10

Drain Clogged with Tree Roots

Our basement flooded during a storm one afternoon and we needed it fixed quickly. Drainworks came on the same day. The diagnosis was that the drain was clogged with something. We appreciated that the plumber was able to tell us where (approximately) the clog was and offered us choices as to how we could proceed including the costs for us to take into consideration. When we made our decision, he proceeded to fix the problem with there and then. We appreciated that he offered some thoughts on prevention of this problem for the future without pushing any service on us (he discovered it was tree roots as they came out on the coil). All in all, it was done quickly and professionally. We were a bit surprised at the cost as we didn't think it would cost that much just to snake the drain, but the problem was dealt with and we were grateful for the speedy service.

Approximate cost of services:
$332.25
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**Thanks Laura** It is rewarding to know that you appreciated our speedy, informative and professional service. Thanks for sharing this review. You do mention how you valued that pricing was provided upfront so you could make a decision on how to proceed, however, it is also important to note that that pricing is in line with industry standards for the service you required, which involved removing and reinstalling the toilet to gain proper access into the system at your home. Thanks again for choosing DrainWorks. We do look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will continue to rely on.

Mollyanna Potter in Etobicoke
Mollyanna Potter in Etobicoke
1 review Etobicoke, ON
10/10

Blocked drains in pipe by a tree root

Drains not clearing, back up in shower and toilets. Drainworks investigated with camera through 85ft. Tree root in pipe!

Job completed with great service area cleanad up and area left in excellent condition I am very very pleased with the iinformation given involvment in showing me what the problem was.
Excellent service would not hesitate to reccomend to my friends.
Thanks Mollyanna Potter

Approximate cost of services:
$2,000.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Mollyanna** We are grateful for the review and thank you so much for sharing this experience here for others to see. It is very nice to hear that you were so happy with the service. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks, we look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you can rely on.

Geoff Martin in Scarborough
Geoff Martin in Scarborough
1 review Scarborough, ON
10/10

Pipe and drain replacement from Drainworks

We called Drainworks after experiencing a sewer smell in our laundry room drain. What struck my wife and I was the following:

1) Drainworks actually answered the phone with a human being who took our info and promised to call us back.

2) They actually called back and communicated when they said they would. You would be amazed at the number of contractors and service people we have had to chase to get work done at our house over the years.

3) Once we had an appointment they followed up with us when an earlier appt. opened up and offered it. They communicated with us throughout

4) Frank and the crew that did the work were very polite, professional and explained everything to us, making sure we understood the scope and the cost of the work, as well as what would be happening at every step of the process. Most of all he never tried up-selling us or pressuring us into extra work.

5) When they were done, they cleaned up the mess.

6) Despite the cost of the job (digging up floors is not cheap), I never felt like I was being ripped off or stupid for asking a question.

It's nice to be treated fairly...

Approximate cost of services:
$2,900.00
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**Thanks Geoff** It was an absolute pleasure reading your detailed review. Thanks so much for sharing these kind words regarding the positive service experience you received from DrainWorks. It is rewarding to know that our efforts to provide professional and respectful service from start to finish left you so happy. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you will rely on should you require assistance again in the future.

Anne & John in Guelph
Anne & John in Guelph
2 reviews GUELPH, ON
10/10

Clogged drain

We were very satisfied with the prompt, courteous, and professional service provided by Drainworks. The quality service started with William, who answered our phone call, and the competent technician, Armando, who recommended solutions and solved our major problem the following day.

We highly recommend Drainworks

Approximate cost of services:
$7,000.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Anne & John** We certainly do appreciate you taking the time to share this review on DrainWorks’ service. It is especially pleasing to know that you were so happy with the service from start to finish. Thank you in advance for any referrals you make on our behalf. 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.

Brian Chetwynd in East york
Brian Chetwynd in East york
1 review East York, ON
10/10

Drain inspection

The Drainworks technichian, Matt, just left and I am very pleased with the service provided. He was friendly, respectful, and knowledgable. He took the time to ask me for pertinent information, inspected my drains, and then offered informative feedback. I will be sure to call Drainworks again if I have any other plumbing concerns.

Approximate cost of services:
$265.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Brian** We are very grateful for the review. It is wonderful to read that you were so pleased with the service. Customer service is our top priority, and it is nice to know that our efforts were well received. Thank you for sharing. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you can rely on.

peter in Scarborough
peter in Scarborough
2 reviews Scarborough, ON
7/10

Find and fix water leaks in the laundry room.

I called drain works in Late July of 2011 to find the cause of a leak in the laundry room. The person that sent was extremely professional and polite. He inspected the laundry room, did some tests and found out the actual laundry machine was leaking. he answered all of our questions especially since this is my parent's first house. The only complaint i have was the price. In my opinion, the price didn't justify what was done. Please go over what you want done with the plumber before he/she starts. It will save time and money. make sure you guys are on the same page.

Approximate cost of services:
$180.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Peter** We appreciate your review and are glad to hear that you were happy with the extremely professional and polite service you received. It is nice to know we were of assistance to you and your parents. We agree that you should always go over what you want done before any work begins, which is why we are confused by your complaint regarding price. A price was given to you over the phone when the appointment was booked and again when the plumber arrived onsite before beginning. It is only with our customer’s approval that we proceed with any work. Thanks again for choosing DrainWorks; we do look forward to hearing from you should you require our assistance again in the future.

Paul on "The Danforth"
Paul on "The Danforth"
6 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Main drain, and water line upgrade

Recently purchased our 2nd house and for the 2nd time we used the services of drain works after a backup in our basement. On both occasions I have found them to be professional, on-time, on budget and efficient in their work. I would not hesitate to use them in the future.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Paul** It was a pleasure reading your review and learning just how satisfied you have been with the professional and efficient service you have received. We strive to make customer service our top priority and it is rewarding to have our efforts acknowledged. We do look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you can continue to rely on and we thank you for your patronage.

Yosh Imahori in Toronto
Yosh Imahori in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
8/10

Basement Toilet Back-up

The service I recieved was great! DrainWorks gave me an accurate time of arrival and provided me with the details of the work upfront. The service person showed me everything I needed to know about my basement drain and he clean it out quickly. The only issue I had was the additional cost for the removal of the toilet. Time permitting or with advanced notice I could have done that on my own. At the cost of the service and the little time that was expended removing and replacing the toilet, I expected the toilet removal to be included. I did feel that I was under pressure to accept the additional cost since it would have meant that the service person would leave and have to come back later. Had the service been seamless without such a decision, I would have rated DrainWorks a 10.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Company Response

**Thanks Yosh** We appreciate the kind words, and are happy you found our service great. In addition, it's very satisying to hear that you like our policy of providing an accurate arrival time as well as the details for the work, upfront. In regards to the additional cost for the removal of the toilet, there is no way to give an exact price for a job over the phone, as there are far too many variables to consider with any given job. In your case, it was described it as a plugged bathtub, when booking the call, however, it turned out to be a larger main sanitary line issue, which we adressed for you with multiple services, which is the reason for the increase in cost. We certainly wouldn't have wanted to have you remove the toilet needlessly, hence the assessment once our technician was onsite. Thank you again for the wonderful review. We truly appreciate the feedback.

scarlett in North york
scarlett in North york
3 reviews NORTH YORK, ON
10/10

fixed kitchen sink

my kitchen sink needed to be replaced. it was too old. I hired drainworks plumbing and they did a good job on installing a new sink. so far i dont have any problems.

Approximate cost of services:
$450.00
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**Thanks Scarlett** We appreciate your review and thank you for sharing these kind words regarding the positive service experience you received. We look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you can rely on should you require assistance again in the future. Thanks for choosing DrainWorks.

Meaghan in Midtown Toronto
Meaghan in Midtown Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Replacing kitchen tap

Contacted DrainWorks because we had a leaky tap. We had a licensed plumber, Philip Burns, at our house within 4 hours. Philip outlined our options- continue to tighten leaking tap or replace it- clearly and I felt NO pressure to purchase a new tap. Philip even patiently waited while I contacted my husband and we made a decision. This is the second time that we have used DrainWorks and I don't even think of contacting other plumbing companies at this point.

Approximate cost of services:
$615.00
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**Thanks Meaghan** It was an absolute pleasure reading your review. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience here with others. We certainly do value your patronage and look forward to being the plumbing and drain service providers you continue to rely on.

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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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