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Avatar for Roto-Rooter
Roto-Rooter
4.5(
139
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Didnt know Roto-Rooderr had plumbers! Just began their service and was there the next day , otherwise it would have been late next week. Too long not to have a hot shower! I was not sure at first but they sold AO Smith water heaters that are great. Now that was great service!"
Restroom rough in
Restroom rough in
Response time11 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%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 Van Meter, 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

344 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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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
1032 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%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 Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steven, Sam, Tyler and team were great! They took the time to review the different options that were available when we ran into an issue with our AC unit being more in the way than originally expected. They were patient and thorough through the process. Cleanup was less than expected - they were great to maintain the dust at a minimal level. Thanks guys!"
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs

+16

Response time1 day
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Anchored Walls
4.8(
5
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Van Meter, 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

A washing machine should drain the water used during its cycle through a drainpipe and out through the house’s plumbing. This is the same plumbing that sinks and shower drains run to, and if the U-bend is installed correctly, it shouldn’t smell. The total drainage from the house is then integrated into the city sewer system or, if you’re in the country, dispersed into a septic tank.

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.

Pouring drain cleaner down a vent pipe isn’t recommended. First of all, unlike a clog in a sink or bath caused by such material as soap scum build-up, toothpaste, and hair, clogs in a vent pipe are likely the result of debris from trees or even an animal stuck in the pipe. Drain cleaners won’t be able to eat through this kind of material. The cleaner will only become clogged in the vent with the debris, causing even more problems.

To clean gunk out of a sink drain, pour in a half cup of baking soda, then 1 cup of white vinegar. The two will react chemically; let them fizz for 15 minutes, then rinse with boiling water. Repeat these steps if necessary for particularly dirty sink drains, and consider a drain snake if there are clogs.

Baking soda and vinegar is a great solution for cleaning your sink drain; in fact, it’s our preferred method. Here’s how to unclog your drain with baking soda and vinegar: Pour in a half cup of baking soda, then 1 cup of white vinegar, and let the two bubble for 15 minutes. Then rinse out with boiling water. This method is much safer than using a chemical drain cleaner gel.

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