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Basement Flooding Rebate in Burlington

Weeping tile + sump pump up to $6,500 · exterior storm drain up to $6,500 · backwater valve up to $1,600 for Burlington homeowners through the Halton Region Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program.

Program facts last verified September 4, 2026 against Halton Region sources — programs can change or close at any time; confirm current amounts with Halton Region before signing a contract.

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In Burlington, residential basement flooding is handled by Halton Region. Through the Region's Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program, homeowners get 100% of weeping tile disconnection + sump pump up to $6,500, 100% of exterior storm drain disconnection up to $6,500, and 50% of a backwater valve up to $1,600.

Why Burlington homes need this

The City of Burlington directs residential basement-flooding subsidy questions to Halton Region. Keeping storm water out of the sanitary system — via weeping tile disconnection, a sump pump and a backwater valve — is the protection the Region funds.

What the rebate covers

✓Backwater valve (50% of cost, up to $1,600)
✓Weeping tile disconnection + sump pump (100% of cost, up to $6,500 for work completed after July 15, 2024; $5,000 for earlier work)
✓Exterior storm drain disconnection (100% of cost, up to $6,500)
✓Sanitary lateral repair / lining (50% of cost, up to $4,000 for work completed after July 15, 2024; $2,000 for earlier work)
✓Downspout disconnection (100% of cost, up to $900)

Combined under the weeping tile + sump pump up to $6,500 · exterior storm drain up to $6,500 · backwater valve up to $1,600 program cap. Per-measure limits may apply — confirm current amounts with Halton Region before you start.

Read this before you spend a dollar

A building permit and passed final inspection are required, applications must be submitted within one year of completing the work, each subsidy is available once per property, and Halton notes the program can end at any time — proceed sooner rather than later. For basement flooding, contact Halton Region (3-1-1), not the City.

Who qualifies

How to apply

  1. 1Confirm eligibility and choose the right measures.
  2. 2Obtain the building permit before work begins.
  3. 3Have a licensed contractor complete the work and pass final inspection.
  4. 4Submit your Halton Region application with the itemized paid invoice.

A building permit and final inspection through the City of Burlington are required; the subsidy is administered by Halton Region.

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Other rebates you may be able to stack

Oakville & Milton (Halton Region)

Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills use the same Halton Region Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program.

Burlington areas covered

The program applies city-wide. Burlington neighbourhoods include:

AldershotBrantRoselandTyandagaMillcroftAlton VillageThe Orchard

Common questions

How much is the Burlington basement flooding rebate?

In Burlington, residential basement flooding is handled by Halton Region. Through the Region's Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program, homeowners get 100% of weeping tile disconnection + sump pump up to $6,500, 100% of exterior storm drain disconnection up to $6,500, and 50% of a backwater valve up to $1,600.

Do I need a permit or pre-approval?

A building permit and passed final inspection are required, applications must be submitted within one year of completing the work, each subsidy is available once per property, and Halton notes the program can end at any time — proceed sooner rather than later. For basement flooding, contact Halton Region (3-1-1), not the City.

Who installs the work?

The work must be completed by a qualified, licensed contractor or plumber. A licensed contractor can confirm what you qualify for, handle the permit, and complete the paperwork.

Other areas

Source: Halton Region Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program. Combined totals vary by measures completed — confirm current amounts with Halton Region. Amounts verified against halton.ca September 4, 2026 (program pages and the application document Rev. Sep 2025; work completed after July 15, 2024 qualifies for the $6,500 / $4,000 maxima, earlier work: $5,000 / $2,000). ClaimRebate.ca is independent and not affiliated with Halton Region or the City of Burlington. Official program page →