A sewer-like odour inside your home usually means a dry or leaking P-trap. When the water barrier in a drain evaporates or leaks, it allows sewer gases to escape into the room.

Try these quick fixes:

Run water for 30–60 seconds in any seldom-used sinks, tubs, or floor drains to refill the traps.

Clean the garbage disposal splash guard to remove built-up residue.

If the odour continues, book a CCTV drain camera inspection to check for cracked pipes, vent blockages, or sewer line leaks.

Our licensed technicians can also perform a Hydro Jet drain cleaning, which removes built-up grease and debris that trap gases. Learn more about this service on our Hydro Jet information page .

Yes. If your home has older cast iron, clay, or galvanized sewer lines, it’s common for drains to slow or back up over time due to corrosion or root intrusion. The good news is you can find the problem without excavation.

We use a CCTV video camera inspection to see exactly what’s happening inside your drain. The live video feed shows clogs, cracks, or blockages right on a monitor, allowing our technician to diagnose the issue instantly.

Once we identify the problem, we can use a drain snake, Hydro Jet system, or other trenchless methods to restore full flow — no digging required.

💡 Tip: Regular camera inspections help prevent surprise backups and can extend the life of your sewer system.

Yes. Replacing old galvanized pipes with copper or PEX-A is the best long-term solution. Both materials eliminate rust buildup, improve water flow, and remove any potential lead contamination from aging steel lines.

• Copper offers durability and strong water pressure.

• PEX-A is flexible, cost-effective, and resists freezing in cold Ontario winters.

At Anta Plumbing, we handle full home repiping in Toronto and surrounding areas, complete with city permits and inspection sign-off to ensure your plumbing meets Ontario code standards.

Yes. Low water pressure during simultaneous use usually means your main water service line is undersized for your household’s demand.

The best long-term fix is to upgrade the municipal water service line from the standard ½-inch size to ¾-inch or 1-inch copper. This increase allows more water volume to flow evenly through all fixtures, preventing pressure drops when multiple taps or appliances are running.

Our licensed plumbers can assess your home’s current water line, measure pressure at key points, and recommend the right upgrade for balanced flow throughout the house.

💡 Tip: Homes with older galvanized or lead service lines often see a dramatic pressure improvement after upgrading to copper.

Yes. A high-definition CCTV camera inspection pinpoints breaks, roots or sags so we can hydro-jet or trenchless pipe lining.

Before leaving your home unoccupied or starting major renovations, it’s smart to safely shut down your plumbing to prevent leaks or frozen pipes.

Follow these steps:

1. Turn off the main water shut-off valve. This stops new water from entering the system.

2. Open all faucets from top to bottom — start on upper floors and finish in the basement to fully drain the lines.

3. Drain the water heater and boiler. This prevents damage from freezing or sediment buildup.

4. Flush toilets and pour non-toxic antifreeze into sink and floor drains if the home will be unheated.

5. Keep a few litres of potable water aside for priming fixtures when you return.

💡 Tip: If you’re unsure about draining your boiler or heater, our licensed plumbing specialist at Anta Plumbing can perform a professional system shutdown and restart service for you.

This usually happens when the water in the P-traps evaporates, allowing sewer gases to escape into the home. Plumbing traps are designed to hold water, creating a seal that blocks odours from entering. When a fixture isn’t used often, that seal can dry out.

Here’s how to fix it:

1. Pour a bucket of water into each drain — sink, shower, and floor drain — to refill the traps and reseal them.

2. Run the faucet for 30–60 seconds in rarely used fixtures every few weeks to keep water in the traps.

3. If the smell returns, there may be a leak, cracked vent pipe, or blocked drain deeper in the system.

For a lasting fix, call Anta Plumbing. Our technician can perform a CCTV drain camera inspection to locate the source of the problem and recommend a permanent solution.

💡 Tip: Basement bathrooms often dry out faster due to low humidity — set a reminder to run water monthly to prevent odours.

Fast-closing valves create a pressure surge. Install water-hammer arrestors and secure long pipe runs; our technicians can size and fit the right devices on the spot.

1) Turn off the water supply. Look for a shutoff valve under the sink. If there is not one for the fixture, turn off the water at the main shutoff valve. It may be located near the water meter, in the basement or crawl space.

2) Protect the sink basin against chipping from tools by lining it w/ a towel.

3) As you work, remember to line up the parts in order as you take the faucet apart. This will help you reassemble it correctly.

4) Remove the handle screws (which may be under a decorative button) using a Phillips head or standard blade screwdriver. The handle lifts straight up or out & off.

5) Use adhesive or friction tape around the packing nut to protect it. Remove the packing nut w/ a crescent wrench or pliers.

6) Slip the handle back on the stem & turn the handle to loosen the stem. If the stem doesn’t back out when you turn the handle, use your fingers, pliers or adjustable wrench.

7) Remove the screw at the bottom of the stem. Use penetrating oil, if needed. Remove the old washer & replace w/ a new one of the same size & shape. While the faucet stem is out, you may wish to check the packing, o-ring or packing washer for replacement. Leaks around faucets handles or at the base of the faucet may occur when these parts are worn.

8) Older faucets may use packing, usually a string like material that serves as a washer between the stem & the cap. Remove the old packing & wind new packing string clockwise around the stem to form the seal. If the older faucet uses self-forming packing, a ready-made packing washer that fits may be used as a replacement. Push the packing washer onto the stem as far as it will go & screw the nut over it, clockwise.

9) If the faucet is a newer model, replace the packing washer or o- ring.

10) Clean off all dirt & steel wool residue.

11) Reassemble the faucet. When you tighten the assembly w/ wrench or pliers, don’t use too much pressure. That can strip the threads & cause the faucet to leak.

Detached homes, semis, duplexes and condo units can claim $60–$75 for replacing 13 L or 20 L toilets with approved 6 L dual-flush models. Businesses may receive up to $150 per uni

Yes. A worn valve can fail without warning, flooding the basement and inflating your water bill. We swap it in under two hours with minimal disruption

Hydro-jetting uses a water jet to cut grease, sludge and small roots, leaving the pipe almost new. It’s best for repeat clogs, restaurant lines and long main sewers.

This is the only way to clean pipe from sediments – HYDRO Jet. This powered machine is taking away all sediments and grease in a couple hours. Fast solution, clean like brand new pipe, you don’t have to excavate the pipe and replace it! You can use your facilities for long time and forget about blockages. Hydro JET

High calcium and magnesium create scale that shortens appliance life. A metered salt-based water softener regenerates only as needed, cutting salt use while keeping water below 7 gpg hardness

UV kills bacteria and viruses but does not remove chemicals, sediment or odours. Pair it with a sediment pre-filter and activated-carbon post-filter for complete water treatment

Every 6 months: clear debris, cycle the float with clean water, check the non-return valve and listen for unusual noise.  sump-pump-maintenance-services 

Unplug it immediately. A seized bearing or failed float can overheat the motor. We stock ⅓ HP and ½ HP backups for same-day replacement.

You do need to install sump pit and sump pump if you have down spouts connected to sewer system, you will have to put downspouts branch to sump pump. If you have waterproofing done (inside or outside), weeping tile needs to be connected to sump pump to discharge water outside. To install sump pit and sump pump is covered by City of Toronto. You will get 80% of your money back. Check our information page about REBATES form City of Toronto. 

Perforated pipe laid at footing level collects groundwater and routes it to a storm sewer or sump-pump, relieving hydrostatic pressure against the wall.

Our torpedo-style piercing tool launches from the property line to your basement, pulling in new 1 in. K-copper while your lawn and walkway stay intact

Persistent backups, outdoor gully overflow and root intrusion indicate collapsed or mis-aligned pipes that may need trenchless lining or replacement

It often masks the problem and can corrode metal pipes. Mechanical drain snaking or hydro-jetting delivers a longer-term fix without pipe damage.

Most homes fall between $250 and $450, depending on access, pipe diameter and whether hydro-jetting is required. Get an affordable estimate for drain cleaning  in toronto.

Yes. Every technician holds a 306A Red Seal Certificate and Anta Plumbing carries $5 million commercial liability insurance.

Absolutely. Our dispatcher answers calls round-the-clock and can send a GTA-wide technician within 60 minutes—no after-hours surcharge for membership clients.