- Housing
- 1950s ranches and newer rebuilds
- Pipe we find
- Clay laterals, mixed supply
- Frequent call
- Root cutting, camera inspection
Homes and streets in Shoreacres
The area has a mix of 1950s and 1960s bungalows on large lots, substantial newer homes built where older houses were taken down, and some lakefront properties. Shoreacres Creek runs through the neighbourhood toward the lake. Many streets are lined with mature trees, and lots are deep enough for pools and large gardens.
Plumbing problems common here
- Sewer backup risk in low-lying parts of south-east Burlington during intense storms.
- Tree roots in older clay or concrete laterals.
- Old gas water heaters in original homes, and large-capacity needs in new builds.
- Long supply runs to distant bathrooms in large homes, giving slow hot water.
- Outdoor plumbing for pools, pool houses and garden taps.
Tell us the street and the build year and we will know what pipe to expect.
Jobs we get called for most
Shoreacres homeowners often call about gas water heater replacement, and about backwater valve installation to protect finished basements. Camera inspections of older laterals and outdoor faucet repairs are common in spring.
Large renovations in the area often keep the original lateral under a brand-new house. If you are rebuilding, a camera look at that old pipe is worth doing first.
Getting to you
Lakeshore Road and the Appleby and Walkers interchanges put us here in minutes. Call (365) 414-5748 to talk through the job.
How a visit usually runs
- Open the floor drain or cleanout
- Cut roots back with a sectional machine
- Camera and mark the joint locations
- Discuss lining or spot repair
Questions we get on this
Do lakefront homes have special plumbing concerns?
High water tables and storm surges can affect basements and drainage. Sump pumps and backwater valves are often worthwhile.
Can you plumb a pool house?
Yes, including supply, drains and winterising.
One call to (365) 414-5748 puts you through to a Burlington plumber.