Routine sewer cleaning and video inspection is underway in the Town of Riverview.
Sewer cleaning work will take place in Central Riverview within the area bounded by Finlay Boulevard, White Pine Road, Pine Glen Road, and Pinder Road/Gunningsville Boulevard.
The work is expected to be ongoing throughout the summer months until completed. The Town of Riverview maintains approximately 125 km of sanitary sewer and 100 km of storm sewer lines.
The Town recommends residents and businesses take some precautions while the sewer cleaning is taking place in their area, as air pressure in the sewer main can force water to bubble and splash from toilets, sinks, and drains.
Tips include:
- Ensure any back water valves installed in your house are free of debris and working correctly.
- Cover or cap basement floor drains.
- Close lids on all toilets in your house when not in use.
- Insert / close drain plugs in sinks and tubs.
- Remove any floor mats or anything on the floor that could be damaged by water. Place an old towel around the base of toilets to absorb any water that may seep from under the lid.
In some cases, a sewer odor may be left in the home after cleaning of a nearby line. If this occurs, residents are advised to run water in sinks and showers, flush toilets, pour water into basement floor drains and open a window to help dissipate the odor.
For more information on the sewer cleaning, residents can review the Town’s Sewer Cleaning Q & A.
View the Sewer Cleaning Map on our website.
