The City’s Sewer Lining and Manhole Rehabilitation project is underway and will be on-going until the end of August 2023.
The Engineering Department is advising the residents that we will have crews investigating various sewer main systems within the City of Timmins. Camera trucks and vacuum trucks will be onsite. Residents should be aware they may hear gurgling sounds coming from their toilet or sinks.

Sanitary sewer relining is a cost-effective way to extend the life of aging infrastructure, minimize long-term maintenance costs, and avoid costly excavation of roads and property.

During the installation of the new liner, you may notice an odor similar to fiberglass. This odor, if detected, is coming from your service (the connection that runs between your house and sewer main) through, in most cases, a dried out drain trap. It is a common occurrence and can be avoided by pouring water into the basement floor drains or any other location (laundry or tub) that may not be in regular use. Pouring water or placing a wet cloth into these locations will prevent the odor from accumulating in your home. Please note that the odor is not harmful to your health.

The following areas will be affected:

• Balsam St. N and S
• Elm St.
• Grant St.
• Sixth Ave.
• Fifth Ave.
• Toke St.
• Hemlock St.
• Tamarack St.
• Cedar St. N
• Maple St. N
• Spruce St. N
• Dome Ave.
• Dwyer Ave.
• Vipond Rd.
• Templeton Ave.
• Fourth Ave.
• Les Hall St.
• Boundary LN.
• Battachio St.
• Croatia Ave.

Traffic controls will be in place and drivers are asked to slow down when proceeding through the work zone.
If you have any further questions, Service Timmins is available to help, by phone at 705-264-1331 or in-person during regular business hours at City Hall.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we complete this necessary work.