Transvac is the union of two established Ottawa-region companies — Poirier Waste Pumping Services and dsq Plumbing & Environmental — formed in 2026 to operate together under one name.
- 3463 Navan Rd., Ottawa, ON K4B 1H9
- 2393 Stevenage drive, Ottawa, ON K1G 3W1
- Office: (613) 824-2918
- 24/7 Office: (613) 978-5688
In case you were wondering...
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WHO IS TRANSVAC?
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HOW LONG HAS TRANSVAC BEEN IN BUSINESS?
Poirier Waste Pumping Services has served the Ottawa region since the 1960s, and dsq Plumbing & Environmental brings certified Red Seal plumbing expertise to the group.
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ARE YOU LICENSED AND INSURED?
Yes. Our plumbers are Red Seal certified and our work is fully insured.
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WHAT AREAS DO YOU SERVICE?
Our two offices in Ottawa and Navan position us to serve residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Eastern Ontario, including:
- Ottawa
- Orléans
- Manotick
- Brockville
- Gloucester
- Nepean
- Stittsville
- Cornwall
- Greely
- Rockland
- Cumberland
- Kingston
- Kanata
- Casselman
- Russell
- Carp
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DO YOU OFFER 24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE?
Yes, we have a 24/7 contact line for emergency plumbing and flood response.
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WHERE ARE YOUR OFFICES LOCATED?
- 2393 Stevenage Drive, Ottawa, ON K1G 3W1
- 3463 Navan Rd., Ottawa, ON K4B 1H9
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WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?
Visa, Mastercard, Interac e-Transfer, and cheque.
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DO YOU SERVE RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, AND INDUSTRIAL CLIENTS?
Yes, we work with residential, commercial, and industrial clients across all of our service lines.
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WHAT PLUMBING SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?
- Sink, Toilet, Tub & Drain Repair
- Clogged Drains
- Blocked Sewers & Pipes
- Water-line Repair
- Sump/Sewage Pump Repair
- Drain Camera Inspection
- Frozen Pipes
- Dishwasher & Washing Machine Install
- Fire Hydrant Maintenance & Repairs
- Stacks & Risers Replacement
- Backwater (Backflow) Device Installation
Our dsq Plumbing & Environmental team also handles leak detection, water heater installation, fixture installation, sewer line services, and full plumbing renovations.
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DO YOU HANDLE PLUMBING EMERGENCIES?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency plumbing and 24/7 emergency flood response.
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ARE YOUR PLUMBERS CERTIFIED?
Yes, our plumbers are Red Seal certified.
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DO YOU OFFER DRAIN CAMERA (CCTV) INSPECTIONS?
Yes, drain camera inspection is part of our plumbing service, used to diagnose blocked or damaged sewer lines.
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CAN YOU FIX FROZEN PIPES?
Yes, frozen pipe service is part of our plumbing offering.
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DO YOU INSTALL APPLIANCES LIKE DISHWASHERS AND WASHING MACHINES?
Yes, dishwasher and washing machine installation is part of our plumbing service.
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DO YOU PERFORM FIRE HYDRANT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS?
Yes, fire hydrant maintenance and repairs are part of our plumbing service.
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DO YOU REPLACE PLUMBING STACKS AND RISERS?
Yes, stacks and risers replacement is part of our plumbing service.
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DO YOU INSTALL BACKWATER (BACKFLOW) PREVENTION DEVICES?
Yes, backwater (backflow) device installation is part of our plumbing service, helping prevent sewer backup into your home or building.
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HOW OFTEN SHOULD I GET MY SEPTIC TANK PUMPED?
It varies on the amount of people in your household
- 1 to 2 people (Every 4 years)
- 3 to 4 people (Every 2 years)
- 5+ people (Every year)
NOTE: Make sure that your tank has an effluent filter. This will extend the life of your septic system. This filter should also be cleaned at every pumping (no extra charge).
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THINGS TO AVOID PUTTING IN YOUR SEPTIC TANK
- Baby Wipes
- Rags
- Diapers
- Women’s Sanitary Products
- Grease
- Use Single Ply Toilet Paper When Possible
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SEPTIC INSPECTION PROCEDURE
PUMP TANK:
- Check Levels in Tank
- Check T Baffle in Tank
- Visual Inspection for corrosion
TILE BED:
- Dig 3-4 holes in different locations to check for Bio-mass (grease and soap)
- Possible pipe removal (if necessary)
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DO YOU INSTALL RISERS AND LIDS?
Yes, we install risers and lids to make future access and pumping easier.
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DO YOU INSTALL EFFLUENT FILTERS?
Yes, we install effluent filters, which help extend the life of your septic system.
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WHAT CAN YOUR VACUUM TRUCKS CLEAN?
- Catch Basins
- Manholes
- Car Wash Pits
- Underground Parking Areas
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WHAT IS A HYDROVAC/COMBO UNIT USED FOR?
Our Hydrovac/Combo Unit is part of the vacuum truck fleet, used for combined vacuum excavation and cleaning work.
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DO YOU RESPOND TO FLOODING EMERGENCIES?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency flood response.
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WHAT SURFACES AND STRUCTURES DO YOU WATER BLAST?
- Pipeline
- Sewers
- Manholes
- Culverts
- Pits
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WHY USE HIGH-PRESSURE WATER BLASTING INSTEAD OF STANDARD CLEANING?
High-pressure water blasting scours the entire pipe wall rather than just breaking a path through a clog — clearing grease, mineral buildup, root intrusion, and debris that standard flushing or mechanical snaking leaves behind. It's chemical-free, restores fuller flow capacity, and is the standard method for maintaining pipelines, sewers, manholes, culverts, and pits.
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WHAT ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE?
- Confined Space Entry
- Oil & Fuel Spill Response
- Chemical Waste Removal
- Lab Pack Services
- Hazardous & Non-Hazardous Waste Removal
- Food-grade Waste Disposal & Recycling
- Roll Off Services, including 20-yard Leakproof Enviro Bins
- Site Remediation — Removal of Contaminated Soil
- Waste Water Treatment
- Solidification & Stabilization
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DO YOU RESPOND TO OIL OR FUEL SPILLS?
Yes, oil & fuel spill response is one of our environmental services.
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DO YOU OFFER ROLL-OFF BINS?
Yes, including 20-yard leakproof enviro bins.
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DO YOU HANDLE HAZARDOUS WASTE?
Yes, we handle both hazardous and non-hazardous waste removal.
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HOW DO I REQUEST A QUOTE?
Through the Request a Quote form on our site, or by calling our office or 24/7 contact line.
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DO YOU OFFER FREE QUOTES?
Every quotation is based on an on-site inspection, since pricing accuracy depends on seeing the actual job — so we assess the site first to give you a precise, reliable quote rather than a rough estimate over the phone.
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WHAT INFO SHOULD I HAVE READY WHEN REQUESTING A QUOTE?
Your property address, the service you need, and your preferred contact details.