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Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.9(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have an older home with older ductwork. We had Spencer and Brayton out and they cleaned and sealed our ductwork. They did a great job. Professional, great communication, attention to detail. They reduced our air leakage by 86%. We noticed an immediate difference in improved airflow, our cold spots are no longer cold spots. Thanks!"
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%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 Ely, 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

228 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"In the last month I have had both of these crews working on my patio and basement wall. I asked them questions and they gave good answers. Tim Boudrean, the crew leader on the wall project, took time to explain the whole process of putting up carbon fiber wall supports. The whole crew seemed to know there jobs well and cleaned up good when they were done. I was pleased with the work done. I must say I had one major complaint about the wall job. The agreement I signed stated I must prepare the basement so they would have access to the wall. It was difficult for me because we have a bathroom against part of the wall. I was afraid the bathroom would be destroyed, so I measured the distances that was needed between the carbon braces. (a lot of Youtube research) I figured that the only part of the bathroom affected would be the sink. The sales rep disagreed and said the shower had to be taken out. I gave in and had the shower taken out. The installation crew actually placed the braces almost exactly where I had marked. The shower did not have to be removed. Mid American Basement should have sent an installer instead of a sales rep to verify the placements. It cost me extra to have the shower removed and will cost more to repair the tear down."
Crawl Space Before
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Crawlspace in Progress
Taking care to keep the space clean.
Before Concrete Leveling

+41

Response time1 day
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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T and T Sprinkler Service
5.0(
8
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Yard Drainage

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not a well known service but they are amazing. Victor really knew his stuff and was super friendly. Much superior to their competition."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Anchored Walls
4.8(
5
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Anchored Walls, Inc. is a locally-operated business dedicated to repairing or stabilizing dangerous and common basement problems in Iowa for over 40 years. Based out of Winterset, we are proud to be a leading foundation repair and basement waterproofing specialist company that puts honesty and quality first. With thousands of satisfied customers across the state, we’re always happy to share our customer list — just ask!

Vertical Cracking
Floor Settlement
Foundation Repaired
Helical Assembly
Helical Brackets

+3

Response time4 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bernd's Pond
5.0(
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Yard Drainage

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After several years of constantly replacing blown pond lights Bernd evaluated our situation and made a couple of recommendations. Following his recommendation and with his assistance all of our lights were replaced. The pond now glows beautifully from dusk until about 3am. We couldn't be more pleased."
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+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Keep your egress window from flooding by ensuring that the drainage system in the window well is clear and in good working condition. Inspect the window well every few months to remove any blockages and test the drainage system. It’s better to discover potential problems before your window well fills with water during heavy rain.

Most commercial liquid drain cleaners work in 15 to 30 minutes. Consult the label on the bottle for additional instructions or time suggestions to prevent damage to your drainpipes. Alternative solutions such as baking soda, salt, white vinegar, and/or boiling water can take longer since they are less harsh than liquid drain cleaners.

Inspect regularly for clogs, clean drain lines, and ensure grading directs water away from the foundation.

Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

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