Homes and housing stock in Erindale
There are some older homes near the original village, then waves of 1960s bungalows and 1970s two-storeys. Townhouse complexes and low-rise apartments sit near Dundas Street. Many homes back onto parkland along the river.
Plumbing problems we see in Erindale
We often see:
- Galvanized supply lines in the oldest homes.
- Clay and early ABS laterals with roots and sags.
- High groundwater in homes near the valley.
- Leaks from ageing water heaters.
Services most asked for here
Camera inspection, drain clearing and sump pump installation are frequent requests near the valley.
Getting to you: streets and landmarks
Dundas Street West crosses the river at Erindale Park. Mississauga Road runs north to south past the University of Toronto Mississauga campus. Burnhamthorpe Road bounds the north.
Local notes for homeowners
Student rentals near the campus see heavy use of bathrooms and kitchens. Landlords benefit from checking shut-off valves and drain traps between tenants.
Homes near the valley may have a sump pit even if it was never used; check whether it is dry or holding water.
What callers want to know
Are basements near the Credit River prone to water?
Some are, due to groundwater and slope. Good grading and a working sump help.
Do you work on rental properties near the campus?
Yes, for landlords and tenants with landlord permission.