Skip Navigation
 
311
 
Open mobile menu
Close
Search website Search
 
 
Close Need help?
Need help? Close

How can we help you today?

Need Help Icon

Not here?

Can't find what you are looking for? Try our site search. Search

Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program

Halton’s Guide to Flooding Prevention & Recovery
Breadcrumbs
 

Flooding can happen when you least expect it. Halton Region has invested millions of dollars in optimizing the wastewater sewer system throughout the region. These improvements ensure that the Region’s wastewater sewer system is more resilient to impacts of climate change, including more frequent and severe localized wet weather.

Our Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program makes it easier and more affordable for residents to make improvements that can help reduce the risk flooding. Find out what subsidies are available:

Downspout Disconnection Program - Thumbnail Downspout disconnection Pipes that collect water from your roof and direct it to the ground or a drain below ground Weeping Tile Disconnection and Sump Pump Installation Subsidy - Thumbnail Weeping tile disconnection & sump pump installation Collects water that enters the ground and directs and discharges it outside and away from your house Backwater Valve Installation Subsidy - Thumbnail Backwater valve installation A device installed on your sewer lateral that prevents wastewater from re-entering your house Sewer Lateral (pipe) Lining and Repair Subsidy - Thumbnail Sewer lateral (pipe) lining & repair This pipe carries wastewater away from your home to the municipal wastewater sewer. Guide to Flooding Prevention and Recovery Print Order Form - Thumbnail Guide to Flooding Prevention and Recovery Print Order Form Taking Action - Wastewater (Sewage) Backups in Homes - Thumbnail Taking Action - Wastewater (Sewage) Backups in Homes When you are faced with wastewater backup in your home, get support and assistance from the Region.
 

What is the Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program?

This program offers financial support for residents who make the necessary improvements on the private side to prevent storm water from entering the wastewater system and to reduce the risk of flooding from sewer backup.

Animation illustrating proper basement flooding prevention.
Animation illustrating improper basement flooding prevention.

Flood Prevention - Additional Information

  • Ensure your yard slopes away from your house, not towards it.
  • Ensure that eavestroughs (gutters) and downspouts are clear and drain properly.
  • Keep floor drains inside your home clear.
  • Ensure window wells are free of debris.
  • Install weather protection sealant around basement windows and the base of ground-level doors.
  • Assemble an emergency kit - flooding can happen when you least expect it.
TOP