One of Toronto’s most densely built-up districts, North York is home to a fascinating blend of post-war bungalows in Willowdale, the mid-rise condo along Yonge, and newer developments pushing out towards the 401. Each type of property has its own plumbing personality. However, at some point, each one of them will require a trustworthy plumber.
For more than 20 years, BOS Plumbing has been the plumbing service for homeowners and businesses in North York. We are a licensed plumbing company with guys that know this area, they know the building codes in Ontario and arrive on the job ready to get the job done the right way, not just taped together until the next guy shows up.
If you are looking for answers to your home plumber problem such as a leaking faucet or a commercial plumbing company for an entire system makeover. BOS Plumbing is there.
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Unbeatable customer services! We truly care!
Available 24/7 for emergency situations!
Bos Plumbing handles it all! Leak detection, unclogging, fixture repairs, and more!
The best warranty around! We offer 25 year warranty on waterproofing and line replacements!
We know big problems can happen at any time! We are available 24 hours a day for emergencies!
Bos Plumbing offers free estimates. For additional information, and to schedule an appointment, contact us today!
We have fast response times so that you can be up and running as quickly as possible!
The facts speak for themselves – North York’s housing stock. The majority of the neighbourhoods such as Bathurst Manor, Lawrence Manor and York Mills were constructed between the 1950s and 1970s. Original materials on cast iron or clay drain lines make for homes that age, and these materials were designed to last for decades, not forever. Many are cracked, corroded, and/or root-walled, to the extent that they are barely flowing.
Items that present newer condo towers with Sheppard and Yonge streets are different: high-rise plumbing with shared stack systems, backflow issues and pressure regulation problems that impact whole floors.
The hard water is uniform throughout North York. Mineral scale forms in water heaters, in appliance inlets, around fixture connections and inside drain pipes. Over the long haul, the result is decreased pressure, early fixture failure and appliances that are overworked.
Throw in another layer: winter. Any pipe that goes through an uninsulated garage wall, outside wall or crawlspace is vulnerable to plumbing frozen pipes. Those lines can crack when they thaw and the water damage can occur rapidly.
Basement drain backup is often due to spring melt or excessive rain, which can cause drain backups in homes that are not adequately protected. One of the more regular calls we receive from the residents of North York in March and April is this one.
Common issues by neighbourhood:
Yes. Every hour, every day, including holidays and weekends.
Plumbing emergencies don’t hold off for the morning. When there is a burst pipe inside a wall, or a sewage backup enters the basement or a water heater breaks in the middle of the month of January, there is a need for someone on-site quickly! The hour that passes will cost more, create more water damage and is more of a structural risk.
BOS Plumbing is an honest 24 hour plumber in North York. The moment that you call our local emergency plumber line, then a licensed technician gets dispatched at your location. No call center. “As for the ‘someone will call you back’ part, there’s no such thing.” A real plumber indeed is on the way.
We also make same day plumber appointments for situations where it’s not yet a full emergency situation. Slow drains, drains experiencing backup, fixtures with leak, multiple fixtures with drain clog these are treated on the same day that the call is made.
Our after hours plumbing response treats business situations you can’t afford to wait. Whether it’s a restaurant that has a break in their grease line, a property manager who is facing a tenant emergency, or a warehouse that has a broken supply line, our response to commercial plumbing emergency repair calls is as quick as we would for a residential call.
Looking for a 24 hour plumber near me in North York or anywhere in the 416 and 905? BOS Plumbing will be able to help you out right now!
Call immediately if you notice:
Don’t wait to see if it resolves. It won’t.
Every year, the winter season in North York gets into its wintertime blitz. Any water line that flows through an un-heated area is vulnerable when the outside temperatures do not rise above freezing, especially when well below freezing. Typically they are found on garage walls, crawl space, under cabinets facing the outside and basement rim joists.
Water that is frozen within a pipe expands. The pipe may not all at once burst; it may hold until the thaw and then it bursts. When you begin to see water, it’s likely it’s already in your wall or ceiling.
When plumbing frozen pipes North York homeowners are forced to call on to deal with the issue, it is when BOS Plumbing is called upon and is at the ready. We locate the frozen section, safely thaw the line, check for cracks and damage, repair the line and then insulate the vulnerable run to prevent it from happening again this coming winter. Not only do we fix the symptom, we’re focusing on the cause of it freezing.
We are seeing pipe leaks repair after a freeze every winter, and especially in uncompletely-insulated basement areas and Willowdale and Don Mills properties with older insulation. Call if you think you’ve a frozen or recently thawed line to prevent further damage.
BOS Plumbing offers the full spectrum of plumbing services to North York’s home and business customers, spanning from routine maintenance and repairs of plumbing fixtures to comprehensive plumbing system installations.
Toilet Installation:
We do toilet installation of all brands and models including water efficient Dual Flush and Low Flow. Older toilets that are constantly running, cracked or won’t flush are replaced correctly and all connections are sealed and tested before we leave.
Bathroom Fixtures & Bathroom Drain Services:
We install and replace all faucets, showerheads, sink assemblies, tub drains, shut-off valves in a bathroom. When bathroom drain blockages are caused by hair, soap scum and scale, we snake the entire line with professional equipment. Blockages that reoccur are then examined with a camera to determine what is occurring in the pipe.
Kitchen Sink Drain Services:
If the kitchen sink drain is slow, it’s likely due to grease, food bits or a partial blockage that’s located further downstream. It is cleaned with snaking or hydro jetting by our plumbers and drain pipes surrounding the pipe are examined for deterioration which may be a conflagration later.
Leak Detection & Pipe Leak Repair:
If there is a leak in the walls, under the slabs or behind finished ceilings, it can remain undetected for months. When it’s noticeable the damage is already done. We have a non-invasive leak detection service that will help us find the exact location of the leak. The repair will then be directed and swift, causing little disruption to your home.
Plumbing Frozen Pipes Repair:
We thaw frozen lines without harm, repair any cracks or splits and insulate exposed lines to prevent recurrence. When you experience a freeze and are uncertain about whether or not your pipes have been damaged, it’s best to have a professional inspection before the thaw occurs.
Water Heater Repair & Replacement:
Water heater repair, maintenance and replacement of water heaters (full & new), as well as venting and Ontario code compliance. Parts are available for all major brands and on most calls we will be able to resolve the issue in a single visit.
Water Softeners:
Hard water is a long term issue affecting North York residences, and water softeners are a solution. A home water softener filters water throughout the entire house and provides protection for drain pipes, longer lifespan for the appliances and better quality water. We do sizes, installation and setup!
Plumbing Rough-In:
Finishing basement, adding bathroom, or constructing an in-law suite? Plumbing rough-in service installs all supply and drain lines before the walls are closed, all pipes are in place, graded properly, and inspected to code.
Well Pump Installation:
We install and maintain well pumps and pressure systems on properties not served by the municipal water system.
Waterproofing:
We install interior and exterior waterproofing solutions in addition to drainage improvements, sump systems, backwater valve installations and French drains, so that the system works as a team to protect your basement and not one piece at a time.
North York boasts a wide variety of commercial activity: retail along Yonge, industrial activity near Wilson and Dufferin, restaurants and food businesses throughout Sheppard and Finch. Each of them relies on non-collapsing plumbing that doesn’t malfunction in the office.
As a trusted commercial plumbing company in North York, BOS Plumbing provides:
All commercial jobs are done to the standards of the Ontario’s Regulations. From single unit systems to multi property systems, we ensure that your systems are up and running without any unforeseen interruptions.
Obviously, a drain clog is a nuisance. Main line clog is a plumbing emergency. BOS Plumbing deals with them both with the same comprehensive treatment.
Drain Unclog & Drain Clog Repair:
Our technicians use the proper snaking tools and hydro jetting with high pressure to clear drain clog blockages in kitchen drains, bathroom drains, laundry drains, floor drains and the main sewer lines. Over time chemical cleaners will corrode drain pipes. Our techniques work without the use of pipe attack.
Drain Repair in North York:
If the drain pipes are cracked, offset, have roots in the pipe or have collapsed, the pipe must be inspected with a camera before the pipe is repaired or replaced. Drain repair services Toronto & GTA are available by us in North York who require quick and reliable results to their customers.
Drain Line Installation:
New basement bathrooms, additions and secondary suites must all have properly designed drain runs. Drain pipes are installed properly and in accordance with Ontario building codes.
Hydro Jetting:
The most complete drain cleaning treatment for hard grease, mineral scale or trapped debris. It is very effective on the older drain lines in North York that have been filling for decades, causing a flow rate to drop to a fraction of what it once was.
Drain Snaking Service:
Drain snaking is quick and affordable for simple clogs caused by hair, grease or debris. Our professional level equipment extends beyond what a consumer’s tool will reach.
The answer is almost always yes, if your house is in a low-lying area, has had basement flooding, or is located in a neighbourhood where the municipal sewer system is old.
The backwater valve is a one-way valve that is placed into your main drain line. During a heavy storm the valve is closed automatically and should not reverse sewage back into the basement as North York residents in Bathurst Manor, Clanton Park and Willowdale know all too well.
BOS Plumbing installs CSA-approved backwater valve and back flow valves to the standards of the Ontario building code. Many municipalities have rebates on qualifying installations. We take care of your installation from start to finish and make sure that your rebate forms are complete.
Use a combination of a backwater valve and a functioning sump pump and your basement will be protected by two systems.
When the groundwater is rising around your foundation, your last defense is a sump pump. Basement flooding due to spring melt and summer storms is a very real and frequent problem in North York, especially in neighbourhoods near the West Don River and Black Creek.
Sump Pump Installation:
We choose the appropriate pump to meet the water volume needs of your basement, install or upgrade the sump pit, route the discharge line safely away from your foundation, and thoroughly test the system before we leave. We install pedestal, submersible, and battery backup units, and the battery backup model will continue to function during a power outage, typically when you need it most.
Fix Sump Pump Issues:
If your pump is constantly running, cycles on and off very quickly, grinds or doesn’t turn on at all when water rises, it’s telling you something. Our technicians will diagnose quickly: float switch, intake screen, impeller, check valve, etc. and, in most cases, fix the problem in one visit. If the pump is not something that can be repaired then we recommend replacing the pump in a genuine manner and not with a part that will not solve the problem.
French Drain & Sewage Pump Installation:
As a result of chronic ground water intrusion or below grade plumbing, we’ll install French drains to divert the water away from the foundation and sewage pumps to help with below grade sewerage lines.
BOS Plumbing provides services for complete home mechanical systems as well as plumbing a single call for both.
Furnace Repair & Furnace Installation:
If your furnace goes out in the cold winter months in North York, you can’t wait to fix it. We fix and repair all major brands, and handle complete furnace installation when it’s more economical to replace a worn out furnace than to keep it going.
AC Repair & AC Installation:
Since North York is a hot and humid place in summer, AC Repair & AC Installation is of utmost importance. If your central air conditioning stops working or it has refrigerant problems, trouble with its compressor or an electrical problem, we respond promptly to diagnose the issue. We also do AC installation of homes that are going from window ac to central ac or replacing the old central acs.
Boiler Repair & Boiler Installation:
Many older homes in North York, especially in Willowdale and Bathurst Manor are heated by hot water radiator systems. All Types of Boilers are serviced including pressure problems, thermostat problems, zone valve problems and full boiler installation (when the boiler is the end of its life).
HVAC Servicing & HVAC System Repair:
Emergency Calls are avoided by Regular hvac Servicing & HVAC System Repair. We perform annual tune-ups, system inspections, filter changes and repair on any parts of the hvac system that need replacement. Clients with Maintenance Plans also are prioritized for Emergency Calls.
24 Hrs Plumbing and HVAC Response:
We have 24 hrs plumbing and HVAC response, all in one house. One call and both are dealt with, and you don’t have to be at 2 a.m. to find two different contractors.
Sewer and pipe problems don’t just go away. A leaking pipe in the interior of a wall creates a mold issue. When a drain becomes partially blocked, it is a sewage backup. A leaking water heater connection is a basement flood. These are all problems that can be rectified through regular plumbing repair and maintenance before they can snowball into a costly problem.
BOS Plumbing provides plumbing service and maintenance to both residential and commercial customers throughout North York on a scheduled basis. The services we perform during maintenance visits are: Pipe inspection, Water pressure testing, Fixture assessment, Drain flow testing, Water heater servicing, and complete system inspection of older properties with aged systems.
This is especially true of the historically built housing stock in North York. There isn’t much advance warning for cast iron and galvanized steel systems. Annual or bi-annual professional check-up will alert you in advance and help manage repair expenses.
More than 20 years in the business:
BOS Plumbing has over 20 years of experience throughout North York and GTA. This district’s housing range creates plumbing issues that have been encountered by our plumbers, from the cast iron plumbing systems in Willowdale down to the modern condo stack plumbing systems on Yonge-Sheppard.
Fully Licensed & Insured:
All technicians are fully licensed, insured and certified plumbers. All plumbing services North York jobs meet Ontario’s code requirements. We know we are employing you because we know the work is done well, with safety and it will last.
Rapid Emergency Response:
We are your true local emergency plumber in North York and in GTA and are available 24/7. A licensed plumber is immediately on the way for plumbing emergency repair calls; every minute is a minute of water damage.
Transparent Pricing:
Upfront, transparency about what you need to do, and what it will cost you, before you begin. No hidden line items, no pressure tactics or any surprise bills at the end. It’s what we’ve done for more than 20 years.
Quality Materials, Best Practice, and Support:
We do not use patches or shingles, but use quality materials, work to best practice, and support our work. BOS Plumbing’s plumbing repair is designed to last not just until next season.
We’re NOT a franchise:
Local Owned & Community-Rooted. We are a local plumbing business, with a local understanding of North York, its neighbourhoods, its housing stock, its seasonal issues and the people that reside within them.
Our plumbers in North York have been servicing the following areas regularly: Willowdale, Newtonbrook, Bathurst Manor, Clanton Park, Lawrence Manor, York Mills, Don Mills, Flemingdon Park, Jane-Finch, Humber Summit, Downsview, Wilson Heights, North York Centre, Lansing-Westgate, and Parkwoods-Donalda.
We will also respond to emergency plumber North York that is in Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Scarborough or anywhere in the Greater Toronto area. BOS Plumbing is available to serve you a 24-hour plumber near me in GTA or in the North York corridor.
Need plumbing services North York residents and businesses can depend on? BOS Plumbing is ready for the full range: plumbing emergency calls, scheduled drain cleaning, sump pump installation, backwater valve installation, furnace repair, AC installation, boiler repair, commercial plumbing work, and everything in between.
We are there when we need to be, we communicate clearly at all times and we do the work well. Contact BOS Plumbing today to schedule an appointment with professional plumbers in North York that are available 24 hrs plumbing emergencies and same week for regular plumbing services.
Plumbing costs in Cambridge depend on the job; a drain cleaning or faucet repair is very different in scope from a full repiping or sewer line replacement. At BOS Plumbing and Drains, we use flat-rate, upfront pricing so you know the exact cost before any work begins. Call us for a quote on your specific situation.
Yes. BOS Plumbing and Drains is available around the clock for plumbing emergencies throughout Cambridge, including Galt, Preston, and Hespeler. Burst pipes, sewage backups, sump pump failures, and flooding situations we respond quickly and arrive ready to fix the problem.
Century homes in Galt commonly have original cast iron drain lines, galvanized steel supply pipes, and sometimes lead service connections all of which are well past their expected service life. These materials corrode, restrict flow, and eventually fail. A professional plumbing inspection will tell you exactly what you have and what needs attention. We strongly recommend an assessment for any Galt home that has not been inspected or updated in the past 15 to 20 years.
Kitec is a flexible plumbing system used by many builders in Ontario from approximately 1995 to 2007. It was later found to fail prematurely at fittings, and a class action settlement resulted in widespread replacements across Ontario. If your Cambridge home particularly in Hespeler or parts of Preston was built during that window and has never been repiped, there is a meaningful chance it contains Kitec. Orange or blue flexible plastic piping inside your utility room or walls is a common indicator. A licensed plumber can confirm and advise on your options.
Low water pressure in Cambridge is most commonly caused by scale buildup inside aging galvanized pipes a direct result of the city’s exceptionally hard water, which tests among the highest in Ontario at 25 to 36 grains per gallon. Over time, mineral deposits narrow the interior of galvanized pipes until flow is severely restricted. Hidden leaks and partially closed shutoff valves are also common causes. A licensed plumber can diagnose the root cause and restore full pressure to your home.
The most important plumbing defences for a Galt home near the Grand River are a properly installed and maintained backwater valve and a correctly sized, well-functioning sump pump with a battery backup. The backwater valve prevents municipal sewer surcharge from backing into your home during a flood event. The sump pump removes groundwater driven by hydrostatic pressure from a rising river water table which can force water into your basement even on a dry day. We install and service both throughout Galt and Cambridge.
Yes. Every BOS Plumbing and Drains technician is fully licensed. All work complies with Ontario’s provincial plumbing code and Cambridge municipal requirements. We provide proof of licensing and insurance on request.