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Basement Flooding Rebate in Milton

Weeping tile + sump pump up to $6,500 · exterior storm drain up to $6,500 · backwater valve up to $1,600 for Milton 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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Milton homeowners apply through Halton Region's Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program. It covers 100% of weeping tile disconnection with a sump pump up to $6,500 (work completed after July 15, 2024), 100% of exterior storm drain disconnection up to $6,500, 50% of a backwater valve up to $1,600, and 50% of sanitary lateral lining up to $4,000 (work completed after July 15, 2024).

Why Milton homes need this

Disconnecting weeping tiles from the sanitary sewer and adding a sump pump keeps storm water out of the wastewater system and away from your basement. The Region funds the bulk of that work for eligible Milton homes.

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.

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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.

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 Town of Milton are required.

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Other rebates you may be able to stack

Oakville, Burlington & Halton Hills (Halton Region)

These municipalities use the same Halton Region Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program.

Milton areas covered

The program applies city-wide. Milton neighbourhoods include:

Old MiltonDempseyBeatyClarkeWillmottScottCoatesHarrison

Common questions

How much is the Milton basement flooding rebate?

Milton homeowners apply through Halton Region's Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program. It covers 100% of weeping tile disconnection with a sump pump up to $6,500 (work completed after July 15, 2024), 100% of exterior storm drain disconnection up to $6,500, 50% of a backwater valve up to $1,600, and 50% of sanitary lateral lining up to $4,000 (work completed after July 15, 2024).

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.

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 Town of Milton. Official program page →