Drainage & Sewer Services
Protect your property from water damage with our professional drainage services. We handle everything from routine drain cleaning to complete drainage system installation. Our team operates a commercial-grade 300-foot sewer camera with a built-in 512Hz locator to accurately diagnose problems and provide lasting solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my basement smell like sewer?
The most common cause is a dry floor drain trap, so pour a bucket of water down it first. Other causes are a failed toilet wax seal, a cracked or disconnected vent pipe, or a problem in the sewer line itself. If the smell keeps coming back, a camera inspection will show what's going on in the line. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Will chemical drain cleaner damage my pipes?
It can, especially with repeated use on older metal pipes, and it rarely clears roots, grease buildup or anything solid. If a drain keeps clogging, the problem is usually further down the line, and a snake or hydro jetting clears it properly. For regular upkeep, hot water and a strainer go a long way. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Are perimeter drains required?
For new homes with basements, the building code generally calls for foundation drainage, which is what a perimeter drain or weeping tile is. On an existing house you usually aren't required to replace it, but with Lower Mainland rainfall a failed perimeter drain is a common cause of wet basements. Local rules vary on drainage work and connecting to the city system, so we check permits for each job. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
How long do perimeter drains last?
Older clay or concrete tile, common in Vancouver and North Shore homes built before the 1980s, often fails after several decades from roots, silt and shifting soil. Perforated plastic pipe without good filter fabric can clog with silt much sooner. A modern PVC system with filter fabric, clean gravel and clean-outs lasts a long time and can be flushed. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
How do I know if my perimeter drain is failing?
Watch for water or damp spots on basement walls or floors after heavy rain, white crusty deposits on concrete, musty smells, water pooling against the foundation, or a sump pump running constantly. Those signs point to the drain, but only a camera inspection shows whether it's clogged, broken or collapsed. That paid inspection tells us whether cleaning is enough or it needs replacing. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
What does a sewer camera inspection find?
It shows roots, cracks, offset or separated joints, sags where water sits, collapsed sections, grease and debris, and where the problem is and how deep. We usually go in through a clean-out, and if there isn't one we can sometimes go through a toilet flange or roof vent. You get to see the footage, and it tells you whether the problem is on your side or the city's. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Who should I call for drain cleaning in Surrey?
Call a licensed plumbing company that can snake, hydro jet and camera the line, so you find out why it clogged instead of just clearing it. Budget Heating & Plumbing Services does drain cleaning and camera inspections across Surrey and the rest of the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. We're licensed, bonded and insured and BBB A+ rated, with 24/7 emergency service available for backups. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
What affects the cost of perimeter drain replacement?
The length of the run, how deep it is, and what's in the way all matter: driveways, decks, landscaping, and rock, which is common on the North Shore. The pipe's condition, adding clean-outs or a sump, permits, and waterproofing the foundation while it's open also change the total. Drainage starts with a paid camera inspection, so the quote is based on what's actually in the ground. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.