Weeping Tile Removal Assistance Program
The City of Niagara Falls is committed to the implementation of a Weeping Tile Removal Assistance Program (WRAP). The purpose of the WRAP program is to disconnect weeping tile from the sanitary sewer.
The goal of the WRAP program is to:
- Reduce basement flooding
- Reduce sewage over-flows into the natural environment
- Reduce sewage treatment costs
- Increase public awareness
- Provide financial incentives to homeowners who disconnect their weeping tile
What is Weeping Tile?
Weeping tile is also know as foundation drain. Weeping tile drains the water that runs along the foundation and basement walls of your home and is located adjacent or below the foundation.
Weeping tile is primarily found on homes constructed since 1946 and on some homes prior. Weeping tile connection to the sanitary sewer was an accepted practice up until 1989.
WRAP Funding
| WRAP Program Details |
| Program |
Program Components |
Funding Conditions |
| Weeping Tile Disconnection |
- Disconnection of the Weeping Tile
- Sump Pump
- Backwater Value
|
- Labour, materials,(including restoration), permit & taxes.
- Full 100% reimbursement to a maximum of $3,000.00
|
| Backwater Valve |
Purchase & installation of suitably sized Mainline Fullport Backwater Valve (with clear cover); to prevent sewage flows from backing up into the basement. |
Full 100% reimbursement to a maximum of $500.00 |
| Weeping Tile Investigation |
Owner costs for investigation by licensed plumber. |
Full 100% reimbursement to a maximum of $400.00 |
Click here to complete the Program Application which also outlines the terms and conditions. Mail or fax your completed application to:
City of Niagara Falls
Attention: Engineering Department
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6X5
Fax: 289-296-0048
If you need more information on the WRAP program or would like to schedule a Weeping Tile Investigation with City staff please call 905-356-7521 ext. 4211 or 4212.
Weeping Tile (Foundation Drains) By-Law
By-law No. 2010-61 prohibits the connection of weeping tile (or foundation drains), to the sanitary or combined sewer system.