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Effects of fat, oil, and grease in the sewer system
Fat, oils, and grease harm our sewer system, causing plugged drains and even basement sewage backups. Find out more about the effects of Fat, Oil, and Grease in the Sewer System and what you can do to avoid this problem.
Sewer Lateral Maintenance and Backup
If you are looking for ways to reduce the chance of having a sewer backup, view the Avoiding Sewer Backups.
| Extended Hours | Fees |
|---|
| Monday to Sunday (exclusive of observed holidays) between 8:00 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. | $169.45 |
| Monday to Sunday (exclusive of observed holidays) between 7:15 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. | $214.27 |
| Monday to Sunday (exclusive of observed holidays) between 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. | $438.37 |
| Observed Holidays (at any time) | $438.37 |
| "No action", cancellation, or false alarm (exclusive of observed holidays) between 8:00 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. | $85.00 |
| "No action", cancellation, or false alarm (exclusive of observed holidays) between 7:15 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. | $95.00 |
| Video Inspection of a Private Sewer Service (only during times as per line one above) FREE ONCE ANNUALLY | $0.00 |
| Copy of DVD of video inspection | $10.00 |
Would you like your sewer lateral inspected via camera? Give us a call, and we will schedule your free annual inspection! You can also purchase a DVD copy of the inspection for your records. Help maintain our infrastructure and save yourself costly repairs and property damage by identifying potential problems before they happen.
Please call 905-356-1355 Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or email us [email protected], and we will be happy to schedule this service. If you are experiencing an active backup, do not email and please call 905-356-1355 for 24/7 service.
**PLEASE NOTE: THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS WILL NOT REIMBURSE PROPERTY OWNERS/AGENTS/TENANTS FOR SEWER LATERAL CLEANING DONE BY ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL OR PRIVATE CONTRACTOR**
Catch Basins
To report a plugged catch basin please call 905-356-1355 or use our online form to let us know.
WRAP - (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. Find more details about WRAP on the WRAP (Weeping Tile Removal Assistance Program) Page.
