Wexford bungalow file
- 1Supplygalvanized in walls, copper patched in the basement
- 2Stackoriginal cast iron with lead-caulked joints
- 3Floor draincast-iron bowl in the slab
- 4Lateralclay to the street
- 5Water heaterchimney-vented gas tank
01Where most of our work happens
Wexford bungalows are where much of our trade gets learned. We know where the stack usually sits, which wall the kitchen drain runs along, and roughly where the water service enters. That familiarity speeds up every visit.
Many have already had partial updates: copper in the basement, a new heater, a new toilet. The galvanized often remains upstairs.
| Typical housing | 1950s bungalows, many with basement suites |
|---|---|
| Plumbing to expect | Galvanized supply, cast-iron drains, clay laterals |
| Nearby | Lawrence Avenue East, Pharmacy Avenue, Wexford Heights |
02Repiping
Low pressure in the upstairs bathroom is the classic Wexford complaint. Repiping the galvanized risers with PEX or copper restores flow.
03Floor drains and backups
In heavy storms, some Wexford streets see sewer backups. Backwater valves are worth installing.
04Basement suites
Many Wexford bungalows now have a basement unit. More fixtures on the original drain means more clogs and more reason to camera the main before renovating.
05Heaters in the chimney
Furnace upgrades have left many water heaters alone in old chimneys. We check draft and suggest a liner or power vent if needed.