Licensed plumber in Toronto & the GTA

Residential water line upgrades in Toronto typically range from $2,000 to over $10,000. Cost depends on pipe length, material (copper, PEX, or PVC), excavation vs trenchless, permits, and whether the city-side connection is involved. City Rooter provides a written estimate before work starts.

Yes, aging pipes should be replaced when they leak, discolor water, corrode, or drop pressure. Brass, galvanized steel, and cast-iron pipes last about 80–100 years; copper 70–80 years; PVC 24–50 years. Signs include leaking, rust-colored water, corrosion, low pressure, slow drainage, and odours.

Yes. Lead pipes pose a health risk and should be replaced. Lead-contaminated water is linked to high blood pressure, decreased kidney function, memory loss, developmental delays in children, headaches, and joint pain. Homes built in or before 1975 in Toronto should be checked.

An estimated 30,000 homes in Toronto still have lead pipes. Many were built in the mid-1950s before lead piping was banned in Canada. City Rooter replaces private-side lead lines with copper or approved modern materials.

Shut off the main water valve immediately to limit damage, then call City Rooter at (647) 534-6875. Licensed plumbers are available 24/7 Monday to Saturday for burst or cracked pipes.

Ignoring a clog can lead to sewage backups, flooding, low water pressure, and pipe damage. Contact a professional drain cleaning company for snaking, hydro jetting, or camera inspection rather than chemical cleaners.

Foul odours from drains, slow drainage, standing water, gurgling from sinks, tubs, or toilets, and leaking drains all point to a clogged sewer or drain line. Call City Rooter if you notice any of these.

Yes. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water — not chemicals — to clean pipe walls. It is toxic-free and can extend plumbing life when the pipe condition is assessed first with a camera.

Snaking uses a hooked or bladed cable to punch through a localized clog. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scrub grease, sludge, and scale from the full pipe wall. Snaking is faster for simple clogs; jetting is better for recurring buildup.

Ask for a written estimate before work starts, and compare it to published starting rates. In Toronto, drain snaking often starts at $225–$450 and hourly work commonly runs $120–$190. A kitchen sink that only needs a snake should not jump to a full line replacement without a camera inspection. City Rooter explains the finding and the price before we proceed.

Look for a licensed, insured, WSIB-covered company that answers live, uses an in-house crew, and publishes prices. Check recent Google reviews for same-day arrival and a clean job site. City Rooter has served the GTA for 15+ years and lists starting rates on our plumber cost page.

Toronto plumber hourly rates typically run $120 to $190 per hour. Emergency plumbing often starts around $200. Drain unclogging starts at $225–$450 depending on access. Water line upgrades commonly range $2,000–$10,000+. See our plumber cost guide for a full breakdown.