Drain Works Plumbing

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Toronto ON M8Z 3L2
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Mike from Thornhill
Mike from Thornhill
21 reviews THORNHILL, ON
10/10

Installation of new outdoor faucets

Drainworks installed two new outdoor faucets a few months ago. With the cold weather now here, I went to winterize the faucets and found that one of them had been installed wrong. It was a very easy mistake that anybody could have made. I called Drainworks and they had somebody to my home within hours to fix it and they could not be more apologetic. Mistakes can happen to anybody but what sets great businesses apart from all their competitors is how they deal with problems months after the sale. Drainworks proved that they are really a great company.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Thanks for your review, Mike. We agree with your perspective. Reputations are always made in the trenches. We are incredibly conscientious of the well-being of all of our clients, and no matter what the challenge or when, we are completely responsive and accountable for everything we do. Why should any customer expect anything less?

Thanks again for your kind words and we look forward to future opportunities to help you out with any and all plumbing or drain support, should the need arise.

D.T. in Thornhill
D.T. in Thornhill
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Drain problem in my kitchen

I called DrainWorks around 3pm and they told me somebody will show up at my house between 5pm and 8pm same day. Jeremy came at 5pm, suggested an action and within 30 min the problem with my drain was fixed. Very professional guy and excellent service! The way Jeremy handled the job exceeded my expectations. I will recommend DrainWorks for anyone I know who needs plumbing services.

Approximate cost of services:
$170.00
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**Thanks** We appreciate your review and welcome you to refer DrainWorks to your friends and family so that they too can receive the same “excellent service” you did. Thanks again.

Shannon in Scarborough
Shannon in Scarborough
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

sewer pipe replacement

Jeremy was very helpful and was not pushy at all, gave us all the information we needed to make our decision on what work we should get done. He also took the time to show and explain to us exactly what was going to be done. I also was very pleased at the fact that the work started around the time that we were quoted instead hours later. The company truly takes the customer into consideration.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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**Thanks Shannon** We appreciate your review. At DrainWorks, you never feel forced to rush into repairs. Our technicians are commission free and educate you, the homeowner, to make the best possible decision. Thanks again.

Mike in Davisville
Mike in Davisville
9 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Drain replacement, backflow valve

I wanted to get a back water valve installed in my basement. When I called Drainworks, they came out and did a camera inspection, something I had been meaning to do for a while. It turns out the
cast-iron stack was in pretty bad shape, so Armando suggested I replace the lower portion of the stack and all the clay pipe. That was on Wednesday. On Friday the work crew started at 9am. By 5pm the same day they were done, the clay pipe replaced with PVC, a back water valve installed, a new floor drain, clean-out and
base of the stack replaced. The work was done efficiently, neatly and cleanly. An excellent company, who I would recommend to
anyone. Great service!

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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**Thanks Mike** We appreciate your review. It is a pleasure to have you as a customer and thank you for choosing DrainWorks.

Laura~Woodbine and Danforth
Laura~Woodbine and Danforth
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Clogged Drain

Excellent service from this company. Both the initial phone conversation with William and the plumbing fix from Matt were handled in a timely, professional and friendly manner. Matt was thorough, and extremely careful bringing equipment in and out of the house. After fixing the clogged drain, and removing the equiment he came back in and cleaned! Great service, reasonably priced and fast arrival to the house! I would highly recommend! Thank you!

Approximate cost of services:
$206.00
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**Thanks Laura** DrainWorks is highly respectful of your home and we are always extremely careful when completing repairs. We appreciate your review and your business.

John in Thornill
John in Thornill
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Drain Cleaning

Lou was great! Our son had flushed a bathtub pop-up and our toilets were backing up. Lou quickly located the pop-up at the 90 degree elbow and with the camera and was able to push it out to catch basin in the street. The job was quick and relatively painless....If it weren't for the camera we may have been in for an excavation and much more time and expense.

Approximate cost of services:
$260.00
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**Thanks John** Your review illustrates how at DrainWorks, the appropriate technology paired with a non-commission based professional can really help to solve your problem efficiently with the least invasion to you and your home.

Steve in Regal Heights
Steve in Regal Heights
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Floor drain in furnace room not connected to main

Floor drain in furnace room backed up. From the moment I contacted DrainWorks to the moment they completed the job, I was genuinely amazed at the phenomenal customer service - from the call to book the appointment, to the initial inspection, the work being done and the follow-up. I expected at some point along the way there would be slippage in attitude and professionalism but even though I dealt with 6 different people in total from the company, each and every one was unfailingly courteous and professional. They explained, consulted, demonstrated - delivered on every promise made. Even the post-inspection was excellent - and provided me with a much broader sense of my home's drain system - good to know. And, I swear, left the house cleaner than when they came in. I have never done one of these before (on-line review), but they deserve the recognition - great team, great coordination (each person I spoke to knew my name, who from the company I had dealt with earlier, and what had been said... that's a coordination feat in and of itself)

Approximate cost of services:
$1,600.00
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Thanks for taking the time to write such a kind review, Steve.

Your experience is exactly the experience we try to create for each and every client we have the privilege of helping. When we see it written and expressed by a customer, as you have here, it makes us all incredibly proud of what we do and even more motivated to keep striving for the highest standards of service for our great customers. Thanks again.

Aly in Burlington
Aly in Burlington
4 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Ensuite stand-up shower drain

Our shower drain has been clogged up for months now and everything we tried wasn't working. Matt from DrainWorks came in and explained the costs up front after assessing the situation. I watched as he began his work and he explained what he was doing every step of the way. Excellent service and an UNCLOGGED DRAIN!

Approximate cost of services:
$165.00
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**Thanks Aly** We appreciate your review. At DrainWorks we always inform the homeowner of necessary repairs and provide flat rate pricing before we begin any work. This allows you to make an educated decision before proceeding. We are glad that you were satisfied with the service you received.

Paul in Swansea
Paul in Swansea
1 review Vancouver, BC
10/10

Drain repair

I found DrainWorks through homestars.ca and was very pleased to see the high rating was well deserved. Everyone I dealt with at DrainWorks was courteous and professional.

When the main drain from my house backed up, I called DrainWorks and they quickly came out and showed me how badly plugged with tree roots my home's old plumbing was. I was given the option of fixing the one badly plugged portion, or to get the whole system replaced as there were roots creeping in in other areas. I chose to have the entire system replaced and don't regret it at all. DrainWorks did a great job.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend DrainWorks to anyone.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,000.00
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**Thanks Paul** At DrainWorks we always educate the homeowner of the situation and inform them of their options. The choice was yours and we are pleased you found our service so rewarding. Thanks for your review.

A.M. in Greektown
A.M. in Greektown
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Drain replacement

Of all the experiences I have had with contractors, this was the only pleasant one. Everybody on the team was professional, punctual, tidy, courteous, and honest. No unwanted sales pitch, no delays because they would busy elsewhere, no attempts to give you less than what is agreed on in the quotation, no hidden fees. For the first time, I felt that I did not have to spy on the workers all the time to make sure they were doing it right. As the problem was getting worse than first thought (something the team could not have foreseen), they were quick to come with a temporary solution so we could use the water in the house. I recommend Drainworks without any reservation whatsoever.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,500.00
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**The pleasure is ours** We value your review and thank you for sharing your experience. DrainWorks really does set out to exceed expectations. To DrainWorks this business is about honestly solving your problems and involving you, the homeowner, along the way. You should not feel like you are being taken advantage of when having to make home repairs. You should feel educated and confident in the work you are having performed as well as have faith in the company you choose to complete that work. DrainWorks is happy to have been your choice and are proud that you were so pleased with our service.

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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!

**COVID-19 UPDATE - DrainWorks Plumbing is open and in full operation adhering to all Covid-19 protocols in place to offer the help you need when you need it most keeping everyone safe.**

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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