/* ============================================================ RESTORATION CANADA — GLOBAL BLOG STYLES Paste this once in Header Footer Code Manager → CSS snippet Covers: all RC blog posts (neighborhoods, insurance claim, etc.) ============================================================ *//* ── VARIABLES ── */ :root { --rc-navy: #0c2340; --rc-blue: #1e6fc4; --rc-dark-blue: #035488; --rc-red: #e53935; --rc-light: #F0F4F8; --rc-gray: #6B7280; --rc-border: #E2E8F0; --rc-white: #ffffff; --rc-green: #059669; }/* ── BLOG BASE ── */ .rc-blog { font-family: 'Barlow', sans-serif; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.7; }/* ── HERO ── */ .rc-hero { background: var(--rc-navy); position: relative; overflow: hidden; padding: 80px 24px 60px; } .rc-hero::before { content: ''; position: absolute; inset: 0; background: radial-gradient(ellipse at 70% 50%, rgba(30,111,196,.25) 0%, transparent 65%); } .rc-hero-inner { max-width: 820px; margin: 0 auto; position: relative; z-index: 1; } .rc-hero-tag { display: inline-block; 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} .rc-risk-high { background: #FEE2E2; color: #991B1B; } .rc-risk-very-high { background: #FECACA; color: #7F1D1D; }/* ── TABLES ── */ .rc-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 24px 0; font-size: 15px; } .rc-table thead tr { background: var(--rc-navy); color: #fff; } .rc-table thead th { padding: 12px 16px; text-align: left; font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: .5px; font-size: 14px; } .rc-table tbody tr { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--rc-border); } .rc-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: #F8FAFC; } .rc-table tbody td { padding: 12px 16px; color: #374151; vertical-align: top; } .rc-table tbody td:first-child { font-weight: 600; color: var(--rc-navy); } .rc-table-red thead tr { background: #7F1D1D; } .rc-table-blue thead tr { background: var(--rc-dark-blue); } .rc-table-red tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: #FFF5F5; } .rc-table-blue tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: #F0F8FF; } .rc-table-red tbody td:first-child { color: #7F1D1D; 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Sewer backup is one of the most serious and hazardous forms of water damage a property owner in Toronto or the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) can face. Whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner, a sewage backup can result in costly damage, pose serious health risks, and disrupt your daily life. At Restoration Canada , we specialize in sewer backup cleanup, emergency water damage restoration, and flood cleanup services throughout Toronto and the GTA.

What Causes Sewer Backup?

Several factors can lead to a sewage backup in your home or commercial property, including:

  • Heavy rainfall or stormwater flooding

  • Clogged or damaged sewer lines

  • Tree root infiltration in underground pipes

  • Aging infrastructure in older Toronto neighborhoods

  • Improper disposal of grease, paper, or hygiene products

These issues can result in contaminated water backing up into your basement, bathrooms, or drains, requiring professional sewer backup cleanup services immediately.

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Unlike clean water floods, sewer water contains harmful bacteria, viruses, and other biohazards. Prolonged exposure to contaminated water can lead to serious health hazards, including skin infections, respiratory issues, and gastrointestinal illnesses.

That’s why fast, effective sewage cleanup and disinfection is critical. Our certified technicians use industrial-grade equipment to remove contaminated water, sanitize affected areas, and perform full water damage restoration.


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Look out for these common warning signs of an impending sewer backup:

  • Slow drains in sinks, tubs, or toilets

  • Foul odors coming from drains

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  • Water pooling around floor drains

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To avoid future incidents, consider these preventive measures:

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