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1-800-Plumber + Air of Monterey
5.0(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Need help with plumbing, HVAC or duct work? We can help! Our family-owned business is happy to help you with all plumbing, HVAC or Duct Work services including:\nTank water heaters \nTankless water heaters\nShower valve\nKitchen and bathroom faucets \nToilet \nDrain Cleaning \nSewer clog and repair \nSewer replacement \nWater leak \nAll plumbing service \nHVAC\nBoilers\nDuct Work\nCall now!

Install new tankless water heater
New traditional water heater install
2-way clean out
Sewer repair with cipp trench less system
Tankless water heater installation

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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
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Palm Construction, Inc.
5.0(
90
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We worked with Ali (sales manager) and Tony (project manager), who took the time to design a project that made sense for our property and our budget, made a number of suggestions and recommendations and were never pushy or tried to "sell" us on something. The crew really went above and beyond to provide top quality workmanship and overall we were in very good hands. Highly recommended!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
RB Home Plumbing Repairs & Drain Service
5.0(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard was just awesome. He installed my hot water heater that I had been without for 3 days. He responded to my inquiry right away and when I called him to come over he was here in 1 1/2 hours. He was very nice, neat and reasonable. I highly recommend Richard. He will be my go to plumber from now on!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Legacy Plumbing And Heating
5.0(
19
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew from Legacy Plumbing came out IMMEDIATELY to our rescue because not only were all toilets and showers unusable because water would flood downstairs but we had a birthday get-together with family happening within the hour. Drew was very knowledgeable and quickly fixed our clog and we needed a replacement part for an obvious leak. Legacy Plumbing is super honest, and you don't feel like you're getting ripped off with unnecessary b.s.. This is the second time we've called and because of the great job he did on our last major issue with our old pipes, we called him again. The cleanliness, effeciency, and honesty of this company is why I felt compelled to rave about them and let people know in a review. Definitely my plumber and business to recommend from here on out."
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CLEAN CRAWLSPACE INC
4.7(
14
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"So far, I've been really happy with them. It's one of those things where time will have to tell if it solved the problem. They were good. They did everything they said they're going to do. I would recommend them. This one charged significantly less for the same job. They charged $2000 for the same job the other company would charge $3000. They're better on pricing and they're fully professional."
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Perkins Grading & Underground
5.0(
6
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Austin and crew do amazing work! We've worked with various contractors over the years, and he was by far the most professional, punctual, and economical. We look forward to hiring Perkins Grading to complete additional projects we have planned."
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OHMS Handyman Services
3.6(
10
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had to reschedule our original appointment date. Omar was understanding and we rescheduled to another day that fit my work schedule.  Omar and his son arrived on time and ready to work.  We did a tour of all the varied work I wanted done.  We began in the garage because I wanted to direct how I wanted the garage organized.  We worked well together.  Omar made some good suggestions and listened to what I preferred as well.
In the house Omar had all the tools to check out lights in both bathrooms and toilet.  He had the equipment in his truck for master bathroom lights and toilet.  He needed to replace the light ballast in guest bath which required him going to a couple of hardware stores to find the right fixture.  While Omar worked on lights and toilet, his son and I worked on assembling the curio cabinet and mirror.
Overall it was a very good experience and I will continue to use Omar to help around my home.
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Yes, engineers assess soil load-bearing capacity and provide construction guidelines.

Some basement waterproofing methods can actually cause your water or moisture problems to get worse, which is why it’s so important to call in a professional who knows how to solve your underlying issue and use the appropriate waterproofing methods. An example of this would be applying latex waterproofing paint to the insides of your basement walls without fixing the water issue outside. Doing so can trap moisture in the basement walls, which can promote mold growth, peeling paint, and even damaged concrete. However, when done by a professional, the only downside to basement waterproofing is the up-front cost.

The best type of basement ventilation system depends on your budget, the moisture in your basement’s air, and the types of windows you have down there. You should consider all of these factors when choosing a ventilation system. However, the most effective method for basement ventilation is an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or a whole-house ventilation system, which preheats or precools incoming air from the outside while also managing water vapor.

It’s not the number of weep holes that should be of concern to builders but rather their spacing. Weep holes are usually spaced anywhere between 16 inches on center when using round tubes or wicking materials and 24 inches on center when using open-head joints. This is a more conservative spacing than the 33-inch maximum spacing on center that’s mentioned in the International Residential Code. All in all, the total number of weep holes a brick exterior should have will depend on the size of the structure.

Many prevention methods can be used individually or in combination to waterproof your basement. Some of the most common waterproofing methods include:

  • Using dehumidifiers 

  • Silicate concrete sealers

  • Vapor barriers 

  • Baseboard channels 

  • Drain tile systems

  • Waterproofing paint

  • Drainage systems

  • Epoxy injection

  • Interior French drains

  • Exterior excavation and waterproofing

  • Cement waterproofing

  • Weep tiles

  • Liquid membrane

  • Sheet membrane 

  • Yard grading

  • Gutters and downspouts

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