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Important Notice - Beware of Phone Scams for Plumbing Protection Rebate Program (March 21, 2024)
It has come to our attention that homeowners have been contacted by individuals posing as City employees asking to inspect or install flood protection devices such as sump pumps and backwater valves.
The City of Markham does not contact homeowners directly for such requests.
If you receive any of these scam phone calls, please contact Markham Waterworks at 905.477.5530 or customerservice@markham.ca
Protect Your Home From Basement Flooding
Heavy rainfall and melting snow can overwhelm our sewer systems causing flooding in our community. To protect your property from damage, Markham's Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program can offer you financial support for installing a flood protection device in your home, such as a backwater valve.
Learn more about the Private Plumbing Protection Rebate Program
Love Your Tap ❤
The City of Markham is committed to providing you with safe and relaible drinking water! Through our advanced Quality Management System, we make sure that your tap water exceeds all provincial standards for safe drinking water.
Learn more about wastewater & stormwater.
Backflow Prevention Online Services
Learn more about charges for water and sewer services.
Learn more about our water testing.
The City of Markham wants everyone to use water efficiently!
Learn about current projects & education programs.
Clean & safe drinking water!
Learn how you can help prevent flooding in your home.
What you should know as a property owner
Apply for a permit to have the city turn a fire hydrant on and off.
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