Esquimalt Plumbing Repairs & Renovations

Esquimalt is a community with deep roots and a strong sense of pride. As the home of CFB Esquimalt, we are honored to serve the military families and personnel who reside here. Praise Plumbing understands the local housing stock, which ranges from historic 1940s wartime homes to modern waterfront condos.

Many older homes in Esquimalt are currently undergoing revitalization. If you are renovating a basement to add a legal suite or updating a vintage bathroom, we handle the full plumbing scope. We specialize in replacing aging cast iron stacks and upgrading incoming water lines that may have suffered from corrosion over the decades.

With the heavy clay soil common in parts of Esquimalt, perimeter drainage can be a concern. We offer video camera inspections to check the health of your drain tiles and provide flushing or repairs to keep your basement dry.

Revitalizing Historic Esquimalt Homes

Esquimalt is famous for its "wartime housing"—sturdy, modest homes built in the 1940s and 50s. While these homes have good bones, their original plumbing is often reaching the end of its life. Praise Plumbing is dedicated to modernizing these systems while respecting the character of the neighborhood.

Cast Iron Stack Replacement

The vertical waste pipe (stack) in many Esquimalt homes is made of cast iron. Over 70+ years, these pipes rust from the inside, leading to vertical cracks and sewage leaks behind your walls.

We are experts in Cast Iron Removal and Replacement. We carefully remove the heavy, corroded sections and replace them with modern, ABS piping. We also ensure that the venting is brought up to current code, which often improves drainage speed and eliminates gurgling sounds in your sinks.

Dealing with Clay Soil & Drainage

Esquimalt sits on a lot of clay and rock. This soil type doesn't drain water quickly, which puts immense pressure on your home’s perimeter drains (weeping tiles) during our wet winters.

If you notice dampness in your basement or efflorescence (white powder) on your concrete walls, call us. We offer Perimeter Drain Maintenance. We use high-pressure water jetting to clear silt out of your old clay tiles. If the tiles have collapsed, we can excavate and replace specific sections to ensure your foundation stays dry.

Legal Suite Plumbing

To help with the housing crunch, many Esquimalt homeowners are adding secondary suites. We know the specific municipal bylaws for "legalizing" a suite in Esquimalt.

We can install the necessary check valves, independent shut-offs, and fire-stopping collars required for multi-unit dwellings. Whether you need a sewage ejector pump for a basement bathroom or a separate hot water tank for your tenants, we provide the technical solutions to make your rental income secure.

Military & Community Focus

We appreciate the service of our Canadian Forces members. We strive to offer flexible scheduling for service families who may be dealing with deployments or training schedules. We pride ourselves on being the plumber you can trust with your house key when you can't be there yourself.