Reviewed May 24, 2026. Independent third-party guidance. Contractor matching is optional and not City endorsement.
What a Grant-Ready Contractor Should Understand
- Work cannot begin before written City approval.
- Quotes should separate labour, materials, permits, and each device.
- Backwater valve, sump pump, battery backup, and weeping tile scopes should not be lumped together.
- Permit and inspection responsibilities should be clear before you sign.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
Ask whether they have prepared quotes for the London Basement Flooding Grant before, whether the quote will show grant-eligible line items, and what happens if the City asks for clarification.
For a deeper checklist, read How to Vet a Plumber for the London Basement Flooding Grant.
Public sources: By-law A.-7562-160 and City flooding information.
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