Ottawa Weeping Tile Installation and Inspection

Ottawa Weeping Tile Installation and Inspection

Weeping Tile Installation and Inspection Services in Ottawa

Ensure your basement stays dry with professional weeping tile installation and inspection services in Ottawa. Weeping tiles, or foundation drains, are crucial for directing water away from your foundation, preventing water from pooling around your home and causing damage. Our team provides expert installation, ensuring your system is properly laid out to effectively manage groundwater. We also offer comprehensive inspections to identify potential issues and ensure your weeping tile system is functioning at its best. With our reliable services, you can protect your property from water damage and maintain a dry, healthy basement year-round.

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Sow Fatou
20 hours ago
If you want to remove negative reviews from your Google Business, contact me via my profile; my contact details are listed there. After work you can pay..
Steph Corbs
2 weeks ago
These guys are great.. I had a list of issues and annoyances, from water pressure to replacements/additions and they sorted it all out very quickly and with top quality. I never at any point got the impression they were taking advantage and now have them on speed dial for anything else I may need done. Highly recommended.. A+++
Response from the owner:Thank you for your business Steph. Ron and Max
M Corcoran
2 weeks ago
We had a frustrating experience with another plumbing company that simply didn’t care, so finding Ron was a breath of fresh air. He is truly skilled at what he does.. the toilet and fixture installation were done beautifully and with real attention to detail. What impressed us most was that he went above and beyond without us even asking. We were planning to purchase an additional item, but Ron just took care of it. That kind of skill combined with genuine care for his customers is so hard to find. We will absolutely be calling Ron again for any future plumbing needs!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your business. Sincerely Ron and Max
Alexandra
3 weeks ago
This is a review of Maxim Osadchyi Maxim Osadchyi P.Eng. Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services Division of Osmaks Inc. If I could give a zero stars. I would. I hired Dr. Pipe (Osmaks) in October 2023 to install two alcove-style bathtub, and tub trim, faucet and shower head in my two bathrooms. I told Maksim and Ron (his son) that after they were done, I had a tile installer booked to do the tile around the tub. During the job, they didn’t level/shim the tub, didn’t level/center the shower head line, ripped out the floor plank in front of one tub (but not the second one), and destroyed baseboards (see attached pictures). Generally, left my bathrooms a disaster. When my tile installer came to do the tile job, he notified me that the tubs were not level. I immediately contacted Dr. Pipe and Maksim gave me every excuse in the book (my floor was not straight, etc.). Although he offers “emergency 24-hour service”, he couldn’t be bothered to send someone to level my tub until Monday. Hence, my tile installer could not finish his job and I was left without the use of both my bathtubs for over a week. After work in my basement, I had water flooding. Not once, but twice. Destroyed my brand new vanity that Dr. Pipe installed. Disrupted my tenant. Still no resolution to the damaged vanity. Maxim Osadchyi also took $150 for the installation of the shower trim and I had to pause the project for some time. Texted him that I would let him know when he could come back to finish. No response. Then when I reached out to finish the trim or refund the $150, he refused to do either. Scamming me out of $150. I do not recommend this company due to their unethical behaviour.
Response from the owner:Dear Alexandra, Thank you for your review. On October 17 and 18, 2023, we installed and tested two bathtubs at your property. Two days later, you contacted us regarding concerns about one of the tubs. During that conversation, you used abusive language and slurs, which we do not tolerate. You also relayed concerns raised by your tile and drywall contractor, whom you later dismissed, regarding the tub allegedly being out of level. On October 23, 2023, I personally attended the site to inspect your concerns. My inspection confirmed that the bathtub had been installed level. The photographs from that visit show a properly leveled tub, while the surrounding drywall and wall surfaces were uneven and not level. You withheld $100 for the installation of the faucet trim in the second bathroom because you had terminated your tile and drywall contractor, and there was no confirmed timeline for the completion of the remaining work. Our last site visit and conversation occurred in October 2023, nearly three years ago. Since that time, we have not received any further complaints or reports of problems related to our work. As more than two years and eight months have passed since the project began, and the delays resulted from the site not being ready for completion on your end, we consider the agreement inactive and the project closed. Our records indicate that the remaining installation work could not proceed due to incomplete site preparations. Accordingly, we cannot accept responsibility for the resulting delays or provide any reimbursement. Sincerely, Maxim Osadchyi, P.Eng.
Barry Sceptisaur
2 months ago
Basement floor drain was backing up, creating a very smelly lake on the floor. Without trying to upsell me, Ron explained the options honestly, clearly, and patiently and understood that we were strapped for cash. He snaked the line, which was the least costly fix, kept at it until he was satisfied with the drainage rate, and cleaned up everything. The price was as listed on the Dr. Pipe website, and far, far better than what I was able to get other, larger, better-known plumbing companies in Ottawa to quote me over the phone. It's also worth noting that these companies charge about $90 to actually come over and give an estimate. Dr. Pipe does not. If they come over and give an estimate and you decline to have the work done at that time, they're okay with that, and there's no charge. Overall, I was deeply impressed by Ron's competence and honesty, and his commitment when he put in extra time to make sure the job was done right. Many Ottawa plumbers are blatantly unethical and use predatory pricing on people who are in a jam. Dr. Pipe is the opposite. I can't praise them highly enough.
Response from the owner:Thank you Barry for your business. We are family owned and operated local business and always happy to help our customers with different options and services depending on their needs and budget. Thank you kindly for your honest review. Sincerely, Ron Osadchyi and Maxim Osadchyi
Hans Lankamp
2 months ago
The roots from the tree in our front yard had found its way into our sewer pipe. After consultation on the available options, Dr. Pipe (Max and Ron) provided their expertise in solving this issue by inserting a liner in a very timely, efficient and very professional manner. They were friendly and consciencious personnel to work with.
Response from the owner:Hi Hans. Thank you for your business. It was our pleasure to help you with roots penetration in the drain. PVC reinforce liner will protect your drain line from roots and will work perfectly for years to come
S P
4 months ago
Max and his team did the Poly-b replacement for my house. They were professional and super efficient! Million thanks 🙏
Response from the owner:Hi Sophia. It was our pleasure to help you with your Poly B replacement project. Thank you for your business. Sincerely, Max, Andriy and Elvis
Sammy L.
5 months ago
​I had a minor plumbing panic when the tip of my toilet cleaner bottle fell off and got stuck deep in the drain. I was worried about a major clog and called Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing. He was incredible— He talked me through exactly what to do over the phone and reassured me that the piece was small enough that it wouldn't damage my pipes. I truly appreciate his honesty and expertise instead of him just trying to sell me a service I didn't need. I’m very grateful for the help and will definitely call them again for any future emergencies!
Response from the owner:Sammy L, thank you for your review. We’re glad we could help you over the phone and give honest advice without an unnecessary service call. We appreciate your trust and look forward to helping again if you ever need us. Sincerely, Dr. Pipe.
Celine S
6 months ago
Ron from Dr. Pipe came to unclogged my bathtub. He was very efficient and showed up on time. I really appreciated his honesty and he was very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Dr.Pipe's services. Thanks for a great service!
Response from the owner:Hi Celine. Thank you for your business. Happy Holidays. Sincerely
Robert Mackay
7 months ago
Had our new kitchen faucet installed. Excellent work at a fair price.
Response from the owner:Thank you Robert for your business and review. Call us any time if you need plumbing service. Sincerely, Ron and Max

Keeping Your Basement Dry

Your defense against a wet basement will involve multiple layers of protection.  The most effective combination is a backwater valve, sump pump, and weeping tile installation. 

Sump Pump

A Sump Pump removes water from your house through the sump basin below your basement floor.  We recommend that the sump pump has its own backup power supply.  This ensures it works even during a power outage caused by the storm.

Backwater Valve

This is a one-way valve that prevents water from flowing backward from the city sewer line to your house.  Water can still flow freely from your house to the sewers (forward).  Backwater valves help keep your basement dry when your sewer is overwhelmed.

Weeping Tile

A weeping tile is a small pipe installed around your basement walls but on the outside.  The pipes have small holes that allow groundwater into the pipe.  The water is transmitted along the pipe to somewhere more appropriate: a sump basin or away from the home.  Older weeping tiles should be replaced with new pipe ones, because they may not be functioning properly due to age.

Is Weeping Tile Installed Inside or Outside the Home?

Generally, weeping tile is installed on the outside of the home.  However, homes in Ottawa that are too close together may prevent the weeping tile from being installed.  We can install the weeping tile inside the home by cutting into the concrete basement and installing it from the inside.

How Does Weeping Tile Work?

Weeping tile works by allowing water to flow through gravel or another aggregate material and collect in a pipe.  That pipe drains in a location away from the foundation of the home. The water may be collected in a sump basin, or in a storm sewer.

Weeping Tile Inspection

It is typical for weeping tile clogs to manifest in dripping soil surrounding your home. Should your weeping tile fail to function optimally, it won’t be able to remove water away, causing the ground to become incredibly soft from the gathering water. The appearance of further indications occurs if the situation worsens and begins to harm the interior of your basement. Therefore, the weeping tile examination, or check, could be suggested, or it may even be required. It is possible to establish what type of internal weeping tile system is possible and how well it’s currently performing through a weeping tile inspection. A weeping tile inspection can be completed in a couple of hours, allowing you to identify whether the interior weeping tile plays a role or not. To determine the source of the problem, the plumber typically does a visual check or uses a real-time video inspection.

Identifying When Your Weeping Tile System Needs Attention

Here are some indications that you may be experiencing issues with the weeping tile:

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  • Cracks in the walls of the crawlspace or basement that are horizontal, diagonal, or vertical
  • Wet spots or puddles below the basement floor or windows are common
  • Mold or mildew on the walls and flooring foul odor discolored or flaking drywall mold or mildew on the ceiling.
  • The water in the sump pump pit does not fill up. It should be filled with water if the weeping tile is functioning correctly. If it does not, it is most likely blocked or damaged.

Effective Weeping Tile Installation

To begin the installation, our experts will open up a small trench around the perimeter of the home. The old weeping tile and pipe will be removed. The foundation will be sealed and reinforced with fresh concrete to prevent water from leaking in.

A layer of gravel is placed before the pipe is installed and covered with a second layer of gravel. With this, the pipe will be held in place by a filtering material while being kept away from the soil. Finally, the soil is replaced, and the trench is closed. We repair any damage to concrete, and clean and restore the area to a similar state as when we started.

We can connect the pipe to your sump basin or sewer if you prefer.  If you need us to install a sump pump and basin, let us know and we’ll factor it into our inspection.

Why Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services?

Many companies offer licensed plumbers, but Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services also offers respect for your home and your time as our standard. This means that from the time you call us, we are committed to making your entire experience as customer-friendly as possible. We coordinate times that work with your schedule and call when we’re on our way. Our plumbers keep our areas neat and covered while working.  In our projects, we use the most appropriate solutions to work quickly and efficiently.

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FAQs

1. What is a weeping tile, and how does it protect my home?

A weeping tile is a drainage pipe with small holes, placed around your home’s foundation. It collects groundwater before it can reach your basement. The water flows into the pipe and is carried away from the foundation, which helps prevent leaks and water damage.

2. Should weeping tile be installed inside or outside the foundation?

Most weeping tile systems go outside, right next to the foundation walls. If it’s hard to dig outside, an interior system can be installed by cutting a hole in the basement floor, laying a pipe along the edge, and connecting it to a sump basin.

3. In what way does a weeping tile system work with a sump pump?

The pipe collects groundwater and sends it to a low spot, usually a sump basin. The sump pump then moves the water away from your home, which helps keep your basement and foundation dry.

4. What signs indicate I might need a new weeping tile?

If you notice damp basement walls, water pooling near your foundation, moisture even when it hasn’t rained, or water coming in through cracks, your drainage system might not be working. In these cases, Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing can inspect your home and let you know if you need new weeping tile.

5. What does installing a weeping tile involve, and why is it best done by a professional?

To install weeping tile, plumbers dig around the foundation or cut into the basement floor, lay the pipe in gravel at the right angle, connect it to a sump pump or drain, and then repair the area. Since this work requires the right tools and know-how, hiring experienced plumbers at Dr. Pipe helps ensure your basement stays protected for years.

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