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Avatar for Alpha Structural, Inc.
Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
241
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This group is top notch, friendly and excellent. There was an issue with scheduling (for some reason they didn't get the deal I bought on the website) my wife had me call the day before the scheduled inspection (that I set up on the website) and alpha structural got back to me asap. Even though they were just notified that morning they got Dick out later that afternoon when we needed him. I was very impressed how they were able to make it right in such a short amount of time. Buying a home with potential issues (especially the foundation) is tough enough but for them making it work was a life saver. Dick our structural engineer was very knowledgeable, gave all the facts and in the end gave us piece of mind. I would definitely use them again!!"
Basement Addition
Basement Expansion
Caisson Supported Retaining Wall
Cantilevered Deck Design Build
Deck Expansion and Slope Failure with Retaining Wall

+323

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Western Rooter & Plumbing
Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
172
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Long Beach
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Long Beach
4.6(
125
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a difficult project, owing to the no-cripple-wall construction of my house and the ridiculously tight crawl space - less than a foot in critical spots - plus the maze of beams and ducts. I called six or seven plumbers to come out and bid the work and two of them ran screaming (well, not really, they just told me they needed to work up an estimate 'back at the office' and never called back). One guy swore I'd have to rip out a wall AND the floor to get to the pipe. Mr. Rooter didn't propose anything so dramatic. They just said they'd excavate as needed to make room to move around. So that's what they did. They billed it as a two-day job. They showed up on time, and the work was wrapped up by the third hour of the second day. Because that, I was concerned this job had been overbilled. Their bid had been astronomical, but it was still lower than everyone's except the guy with the lapsed bond. Mr. Rooter had been willing to negotiate and I knocked about $650 off their initial bid. They took another $200 off at the back end because of my concern with overbilling. They didn't have to do that since they had a signed contract in hand, but they were willing to take care of a customer. Thumbs up for that. The work looks solid, as far as this layman can tell. Everything drains as it should and none of the joints leak."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this company to design my backyard landscape and they did a fantastic job. The designer was creative and came up with a beautiful plan that incorporated all of my ideas. The installation process was seamless and the team was professional and efficient. I now have a backyard that I can be proud of and enjoy all year round. I highly recommend this company for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor space."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flores Construction
5.0(
7
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic experience! Jerry Flores, and Flores Construction replaced a damaged concrete wall in two days. They were quick, efficient professional and personable in every way. Their pricing was very reasonable and they checked with me every step of the way to be certain they were meeting my expectations. I’m already working with them on another project. I would recommend them without hesitation."
Concrete Walkways and BBQ
Complete ADU Build and Home Addition
Old Foundation
Rebar Reinforced and Bonded with existing concrete
Driveway and Walkway Replacement

+74

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Drain Installation FAQs, answered by experts

A sump pump should be placed at least three feet deep in a pit. The rim of the sump pump basin should be level with your basement floor. If you find your pit is too deep, you can fill the bottom with gravel until the rim of the sump pump is flush with the floor.

There are a few possible sump pump drainage locations, including a neighborhood storm drain, into a creek or pond, or underground. Don’t let your sump pump water go into your sewer or septic system. Ideally, your drainage spot should be on a downhill slope that’s at least 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. Before choosing a location, check your local codes and regulations.

A sewage ejector pump is necessary if you have any plumbing fixtures, such as a bathroom, laundry room, or sink, located below the level of your home's main sewer line. Standard plumbing relies on gravity to move wastewater and solid waste to the municipal sewer or septic tank. However, for fixtures located below grade (e.g., in a basement), gravity is not sufficient.

The purpose of a sewage ejector pump is to actively pump this wastewater and solid waste upward into the main sewer line. Without an ejector pump in this situation, wastewater would have no way to exit and would eventually back up, causing a sewage overflow or flooding in your basement. If all of your home's plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity can handle the drainage, and an ejector pump is not needed.

Yes, a well-maintained sump pump can increase a home's value and make it more desirable to potential buyers; it does not lower property value. By protecting the basement from flooding and water damage, a sump pump provides peace of mind and can make the space usable for storage or as an extra room. For buyers interested in homes with basements, a working sump pump is a significant feature that adds value by ensuring the space is secure and less likely to flood.

Yes, many people choose to bury their sump pump discharge pipes. When you leave the pipe visible in your yard, you might trip over it or accidentally damage it with your lawn mower. Plus, from an aesthetic perspective, hiding the discharge line underground looks nicer than leaving it out in the open. Before burying a sump pump pipe, review your local building codes to make sure your installation is compliant.

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