Plumbing notes for Banbury-Don Mills plumbing services
| Housing | 1950s and 1960s large-lot homes |
|---|---|
| Supply pipe | Copper |
| Drains and lateral | Cast iron and clay |
| Frequent calls | Root clearing and repiping |
Houses and pipes in Banbury-Don Mills
Banbury-Don Mills borders the original Don Mills development and shares some of its character, but many of its houses are larger, on bigger lots near the ravines. The housing is a mix of 1950s and 1960s bungalows, ranch houses, side-splits and new custom homes.
- Copper supply, some original galvanized in older homes.
- Cast-iron drains, ABS in renovations.
- Clay and cast-iron laterals.
- Large lots with long service runs.
Common plumbing calls here
Toilet and faucet replacements, water heater swaps, and gas lines for kitchens and barbecues are typical. For a running toilet, see toilet repair. For outdoor kitchens and ranges, see gas line installation.
Ranch-style houses here can be long and low, so the kitchen may sit fifteen or twenty metres from the water heater. Waiting a minute for hot water at the far end is normal for that layout; a small point-of-use heater or a demand recirculation pump can shorten the wait.
Plumber's tip: Long lots mean long water services. If pressure drops at the far end of the house, the service size may be the cause, not the fixture.
Drains, sewers and basements
Ravine lots slope, and water moving downhill can find the foundation. Keep downspouts extended and check your backwater valve if you have one. Older laterals under big trees are prone to roots.
Getting a plumber to Banbury-Don Mills
We serve Banbury-Don Mills from Lawrence, Leslie and York Mills, and also cover Thornhill further north. Call the desk.
Your questions on this one
Why is the kitchen tap slow to run hot?
Long pipe runs. A point-of-use heater or demand pump can help.