Sewer repair guides for Edmonton homeowners

Plain-language answers to the questions we hear most. Each guide lists its sources and shows the date it was last updated, so you can check the facts yourself before you spend money.

• Buying an Older Home? Why You Need a Sewer ScopeBuying an older Edmonton home? A sewer camera scope shows the condition of a line you'll be responsible for. What it shows and what to do with it.
• Edmonton Backwater Valve Subsidy, Step by StepHow to get EPCOR's backwater valve subsidy of up to $800 in Edmonton, step by step. Who qualifies, eligible models, the City sticker and how to apply.
• Sewer Lining vs Pipe Bursting vs Dig and ReplaceThree ways to fix a sewer line. When lining works, when pipe bursting is better, and when only digging will do, with Edmonton-specific limits.
• Signs Your Clay Sewer Line Is FailingOlder Edmonton home with a clay sewer line? The warning signs of roots, cracks and sags, and what to do before it turns into a basement backup.
• What Affects Sewer Lining Cost in Edmonton?What drives the cost of sewer lining and repair in Edmonton, what a camera inspection costs, and the questions to ask before you compare quotes.
• Who Pays for Your Sewer Line in Edmonton: EPCOR or You?In Edmonton, you own the sewer line on your property, including the backwater valve. EPCOR handles property line to main. What that means for repairs.