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Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They replaced the outside spigot and repaired a couple bad sections of pipe. They did a good job."
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Todd's Plumbing
4.8(
25
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"When I reached out for quote, Todd almost immediately responded to get more details and pictures of job we needed done even though it was a weekend. He was able to schedule to do the work within about week and a half. He was very professional and thorough in completing the work even when he ran into some difficulty with one of the pipes. I would recommend Todd's Plumbing and hire again."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.6(
40
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kent Clayberg proudly, patiently explained Foundation Recovery Systems services available and quality products they use at affordable pricing. Answer to a prayer. I need sump pump drainage line repaired, sidewalk raised, etc. Peace of mind is a phone call away."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

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Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
182
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They put in drain tile and a sump pump in the basement and a compression guard in the drive. They were helpful and friendly and professional."
Basement Waterproofing Before and After
Concrete Repair Before and After
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.6(
76
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very thorough and responded quickly. I did not know there was a leak and they located it on initial visit."
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+11

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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BAM! Basements and Masons Of Des Moines
4.1(
18
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great communication about process, options and what to expect.."
Egress window installs
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Egress window installs

+16

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Professional Contracting Iowa
5.0(
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business+3 more

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had such an amazing experience with this company. Chris did an amazing job on power washing and staining our basement floor. - Quick AND cost-friendly estimate - Fast response and communication time - Did EXACTLY what we wanted in the picture we sent him - Texted us every step of the project timeline - Got the project done in less than 48 hours We will be using this company again, and can guarantee you will be satisfied if you go with them! Thank you!"
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
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+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Better Basement Technologies LLC
4.6(
54
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business+2 more

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We got the estimate and a proposed date to start. Due to other jobs they had to delay us a few days but called us often to let us know how it looked for our job. These are a great group of guys, from the estimator to the workers. Polite, on time, hard working, cleaned up after themselves. Why would you go anywhere else. Thanks Guys. Now I can't wait for it to rain."
Egress Window with Well & Lid
Replacemet Basement Wall
Water Trek & Sump Pump
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Jason's Showers
5.0(
6
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Baxter, IA and surrounding areas

"My husband would refer him. Their price was reasonable. I would definitely use the service again. They were efficient, quick, get right into business, and pleasant to work with. He's hardworking and did a good job."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm—hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger sewage line clogs and other related issues.

A clogged sewer line is not typically covered by homeowner’s insurance, though some sewer line issues are covered. For instance, damage related to a fallen tree is usually covered. Though sewer line replacement is not covered in a standard insurance policy, some companies offer add-ons for this purpose. Read the fine print before spending your own money.

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.

First, find the cleanout pipe in your yard. Unscrew the cap—you may need a wrench to do so. Then, get a drain snake. You can use a non-motorized one, but a motorized snake will make the job a little easier. Feed the snake through the pipe until it reaches the clog. Spin the snake continuously, but don’t try to feed it through the pipe anymore. Keep spinning until you feel it break the clog apart.

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