Homes and streets in Legacy
Legacy lies near Markham Road and 16th Avenue, close to the Rouge Valley. It has detached and semi-detached homes built mostly in the 1990s, many with finished basements and sump pits.
Copper or early PEX supply, plastic drains, and gas water heaters are typical, along with original toilets and faucets in some houses.
Plumbing problems we see there
- Original sump pumps failing.
- Shower valves losing temperature control.
- Toilets with worn flappers and fill valves.
- Basement leaks hidden behind finishes.
- Outdoor taps freezing.
Seasonal concerns
Spring melt and storms test sump pumps. Winter cold can affect garage walls and exterior lines.
Services most requested
Most visits here are for for sump pump installation, shower valve repair, toilet repair and main valve replacement. Nearby Cornell has newer stock.
Mention when your pump was last replaced, if you know.
Thirty years in
Legacy homes have hit the age when the original pump, valves and cartridges all tire at once. Replacing the sump pump, the main valve and tired shower cartridges on one planned visit avoids several emergency calls later. We prioritise by risk: anything that can flood the basement first, then hot water, then comfort items like stiff faucets. You decide the order; we explain the reasoning.
Markham note: village-core houses tend to hide cast iron and galvanized behind plaster, while Cornell and Box Grove builds run PEX to a manifold. We ask the year your house was built so the right fittings ride along on the truck.
Straight from the phone log
My sump pump is original. Should I replace it?
If it is about twenty years old or more, replacing it before it fails is sensible.
Can you test my main valve?
Yes. We check that it closes fully and does not leak at the stem.
Ready to get it fixed?
One call, a clear explanation, and work finished tidily before we leave.