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Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program
Funding for home sewage backup prevention
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2023
Location
Warwick, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Township of Warwick offers up to $3,000 to help homeowners reduce sewage backup risks. It supports sump pump disconnection and backwater valve installation work completed in eligible homes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Warwick
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Disconnecting sump pumps from the sanitary sewer.
- Installing an inside backwater valve.
Documents Needed
- Signed application form.
- Signed waiver form.
- Customer survey.
- Detailed contractor invoice.
- Written proof that weeping tile is not connected to the sanitary sewer, if applicable.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Homeowners in the Township of Warwick.
- Residents in high-risk areas.
Who is not eligible
- Properties served by septic systems.
Eligible expenses
- Backwater valve installation.
- Sump pump disconnection work.
- Related permit fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work on homes served by septic systems.
- Projects that do not meet the program conditions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Warwick, Ontario.
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to homes in high-risk areas.
- History of wastewater backups is preferred.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application package
- Fill out the grant application form.
- Sign the waiver form.
- Complete the customer survey.
- Step 2: Complete the eligible work
- Have the sump pump disconnect or backwater valve installation completed.
- Ensure the contractor completes the required section of the form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the complete package to the Township of Warwick Public Works Department by email or in person.
- Step 4: Receive reimbursement
- The Township reviews the submission and issues payment after approval.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Township on a case-by-case basis.
- Applications may be accepted or rejected at the Township’s discretion.
- Reimbursement is made after approved documents are reviewed and the work is confirmed complete.
- A cheque is mailed within 4 to 6 weeks after a complete and acceptable application is received.
Additional information
- The program is offered by the Township of Warwick.
- Applications are reviewed case by case.
- Preference is given to homes in high-risk areas with a history of wastewater backups.
- The grant is one-time only.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program Program
What is the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program?
The Township of Warwick offers up to $3,000 to help homeowners reduce sewage backup risks. It supports sump pump disconnection and backwater valve installation work completed in eligible homes.
How much funding can be received?
Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program program, you must:
Homeowner applicant.
Municipal wastewater service.
High-risk area residence.
What expenses are eligible under Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program?
Disconnecting sump pumps from the sanitary sewer.
Installing an inside backwater valve.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program?
You can contact Township of Warwick by email at works@lambtonshores.ca or by phone at 226-848-3926.
Where is the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program available?
The Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sump Pump Disconnect and Backwater Installation Grant Program is a Grant and Funding