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Avatar for Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallSump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken was very thorough and performed the needed work. The sump pump battery needed to be replaced and we scheduled another appointment for the installation of our secondary pump. We always feel confident that the work keeps our home dry!"
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Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TRIANGLE PLUMBING LLC
5.0(
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Being a woman homeowner is hard. I usually have to steel myself for any home repairs I hire someone for as it usually involves a man talking down to me or assuming I’m not the decision maker. Nathan was kind, respectful, and communicative. He answered my questions as I had them, and spoke to me ad a collaborator. You would do well to hire Triangle Plumbing."
Bathroom Remodel-Evanston
Bathroom Remodel-Evanston
Bathroom Remodel-Evanston
Bathroom Remodel-Evanston
2"x1" Copper Water Line

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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U.S. Allied Plumbing & HVAC
4.8(
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallSump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

US Allied Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned plumbing and HVAC contractor serving greater Chicagoland from North Aurora, IL. With 40+ years of plumbing and 30+ years of HVAC experience, our licensed team handles it all: water heaters, drain cleaning, hydro jetting, re-pipes, water filtration, backflow, furnaces, AC, mini-splits, and commercial systems. We offer 24/7 emergency service in DuPage, Kane, and Cook Counties, free estimates, and maintenance plans. Your satisfaction is our top priority, which is why customers keep coming back year after year. Certified, licensed, and insured. Fast, accurate, affordable work every time.

US Foods
US Foods
US Foods
US Foods
US Foods

+17

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
JIFFY ROOTER DRAIN EXPERTS LLC
New to Angi
Sump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Brian is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Klock Home Services
New to Angi
Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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A + Rooter Inc
4.6(
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service day came and they offered to move the service up to earlier in the day, that worked out perfect for me. The installer came and was very friendly, got right to work and was finished in no time. He even talked me through how he installed it and leveled it out, etc. Total install time was maybe an hour."
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AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons
AAA Walsh & Sons

+7

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Sump Pump Installation questions, answered by experts

Thankfully, you do have a few sump pump backup options in case it fails. One option is a battery-powered backup sump pump. Another option is using a portable backup generator as a power supply for your sump pump. Unlike a battery-powered backup which has limited power, a generator can run around the clock for as long as you need it. 

Or you can opt for a water-powered backup pump, which uses your home’s water supply as a source of power. However, this may not be the best option if you find your house frequently has low water pressure.

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.

The cost to repair a sump pump ranges from $400 to $550, depending on the extent of the repair and your location. Minor repairs, like fixing a switch or replacing a float, can cost just a few hundred dollars. However, more significant issues, such as motor replacement or addressing electrical problems, may cost closer to $550. Keep in mind that regular maintenance can help prevent costly repairs, and if a sump pump is beyond repair, a full system replacement ranges between $650 and $1,400.

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 drain wastewater and solid waste into the municipal sewer system or a septic tank. For fixtures below this level, like those in a basement, gravity cannot move the waste upward. The ejector pump provides the force needed to pump the sewage up to the main line. Without one, wastewater from below-ground fixtures would back up, potentially causing a sewage overflow and flooding. If all of your plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity is sufficient and an ejector pump is not needed.

No. Sump pumps have different capacities, which refers to the volume of water that they can remove. They also come in various horsepower ratings, which measure the size of the pump’s motor. For many homes, 1/3 horsepower is enough. But if you live in an area that floods often, you might need a more powerful model.

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