Bendale priorities
- 1Lateralsroots and broken clay
- 2Stackscast-iron condition
- 3Sump pumpsnear the West Highland Creek
- 4Water heatersage and venting
- 5Fixturestaps, toilets and valves
01Under the lawn
Bendale lots have mature trees and clay sewer laterals, the classic recipe for root intrusion. Many homeowners here have had the lateral cleared more than once. A camera inspection tells you whether a single bad joint can be fixed or whether the whole line needs replacing.
Replacement is a bigger job, but it ends the cycle.
| Typical housing | 1950s and 1960s bungalows and two-storeys |
|---|---|
| Common issues | Laterals, stacks, heaters |
| Nearby | Thomson Memorial Park, McCowan Road, Lawrence Avenue East |
02Creek corridors
The West Highland Creek runs through the area. Homes near it may see high groundwater; sump pumps should be tested.
03Heaters and venting
Many furnaces here have been switched to high-efficiency models, leaving old water heaters alone in the chimney. Check for proper draft.
04Rebuilds and additions
Some Bendale lots have had second storeys added or houses rebuilt. When a bigger house connects to an original lateral, the old pipe carries more flow than it was laid for. A camera look before or after construction is sensible.
05Common calls
Running toilets, dripping laundry taps, slow kitchen drains and water heaters at the end of their life make up much of the everyday work here.