Two flood rebates you can stack
The City of Mississauga's Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate pays up to $7,500 in total. Peel Region separately pays for a sanitary backwater valve.
| Work | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sump pump (City) | up to $6,000 |
| Foundation drain (weeping tile) capping (City) | up to $1,000 |
| Storm lateral backwater valve, with downspouts disconnected (City) | up to $1,500 |
| Downspout disconnection (City) | $125 each, up to $500 |
| Sanitary backwater valve (Peel Region) | 60% of the invoice, up to $1,500 |
City rebates are for owners of detached, semi-detached, duplex and townhouse homes, and need a building permit for backwater valves and weeping tile capping. Peel's rebate needs a City backwater valve permit and a passed inspection, and only covers sanitary backups from rainfall. Program rules change; confirm with the official program before you book the work.
Bylaws & permits in Mississauga
- Fences: up to 2 metres in back and side yards. In the front yard, 1 metre for a solid fence or 1.5 metres if it's open (at least one-third see-through). Most fences don't need a permit.
- If your backyard borders a neighbour's front yard, a fence within 4.5 metres of their driveway must be open construction.
- Backwater valves need a City of Mississauga building permit, applied for online.
Digging for fence posts, a deck or a pool anywhere in Ontario? Request a free Ontario One Call locate at least 5 business days ahead. It's the law.
Who fixes what
- Pipes on the private side of the property line are yours to maintain, including the sewer pipe under your house.
- Peel Region runs water and wastewater (the sanitary sewer). Report water or sewer problems to Peel at 905-791-7800.
- The City runs storm sewers, roads and bylaws. Call 311 (905-615-4311 from outside the city).
Power and gas
Alectra Utilities supplies power in Mississauga, so it handles the disconnect and reconnect for a 200-amp service upgrade. Enbridge Gas supplies natural gas.
Mississauga cost guides
Prices in the Mississauga area follow the GTA ranges in each guide.
Heating & cooling: Furnace · AC & heat pump · Water heater
Exterior: Roof · Windows & doors · Eavestroughs · Fence · Garage door
Basement & structure: Waterproofing · Foundation cracks · Insulation
Interior renovation: Kitchen · Bathroom · Flooring
Plumbing & electrical: Plumbing & drains · Panel & EV charger
Pools & hot tubs: Pool repair · Hot tub repair
Common questions
How much is the Mississauga basement flooding rebate?
Up to $7,500 in total from the City: up to $6,000 for a sump pump, $1,000 for weeping tile capping, $1,500 for a storm backwater valve and up to $500 for downspout disconnection. Peel Region adds up to $1,500 for a sanitary backwater valve.
Who do I call for a blocked sewer in Mississauga?
Peel Region runs the sanitary sewer: call 905-791-7800. The pipe from your house to the property line is yours, so if the clog is there, you pay to clear it.
How high can a front yard fence be in Mississauga?
1 metre for a solid fence, or 1.5 metres if at least one-third of it is see-through. Back and side yard fences can be up to 2 metres.