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Avatar for Foundation Recovery Systems
Foundation Recovery Systems
4.3(
314
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tried to rush three days of work into two days, didn't work. Still waiting for someone to return and seal the discharge pipes. Felt like they sent labor ready guys to do the job, I expected at least the foreman to be seasoned. Nevertheless the young men worked hard within their skill set. If you are thinking of outdoor gutter drains just get a landscaper to do it. Overall looking at the quality of the work, for the price I would of got the same service from a less expensive company."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

488 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Roberts Foundation And Crack Repair
Roberts Foundation And Crack Repair
4.2(
164
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was a nice man but I don't think he was much of an expert in waterproofing. He was prompt. I think he was a businessman who purchased the business and didn't know what to do. I just needed someone who knew what he was doing. The deal was not a good deal because he was just coming out to do basic inspection, which other companies can do for free. The whole thing was kind of bogus. When he came out, he first mentioned something about drain tiling. I asked him where he was going to put the drain tiles and  he wouldn't even take another look. He came back again and said he didn't realize it was another level. He said he was going to recommend a french drain. Honestly, it was like a doctor who thought the patient wanted something to walk out of the door with and didn't know what to give him so he just wrote a prescription. It just didn't apply. I'm sure he knows what to do in standard, easy to read situations. I wouldn't recommend him. He told me he had another business which he tried to interest me in."
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Response time3 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Life Outdoors
Life Outdoors
5.0(
13
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Yard Drainage

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"George has completed multiple projects for us - large and small. From a large retaining wall with firepit patio, to landscape lighting, to planting trees and shrubs, to spring maintenance and mulch refresh. He is always professional and responds promptly to messages. His work is high quality as he places great value on customer satisfaction. We will continue to call on George for our ongoing landscape projects and help with our woodland restoration work."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
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Additional Photos

+55

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for AccuLevel, Inc. - Illinois
AccuLevel, Inc. - Illinois
3.9(
231
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Waterproof crawl space. Crew showed up on time and continued to work until completed. Installed drain tile and vapor barrier under house in muddy environment. Crew cleaned up area including removing mud from driveway. Crawl space looks great. I will recommend without any hesitation."
Basement Waterproofing and Drainage Channels
Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board and Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board Closeup Example
Cross Section Example Waterproofing Installation

+19

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
3.4(
357
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"as installed in 2010, which is correctThe plumbers did arrive about 1 hour and 40 minutes into the 2 hour window.  I explained the problem.  They asked me to show where the drain went in the basement.  They estimated it was about 55 feet from the kitchen sink that would need to be cleaned.  They said they would perform a whole house plumbing inspection while there.  While one plumber worked on the drain the other checked for natural gas leaks, there were none, and checked the water heater.  They told me the water heater was installed in 2010, which is correct.  He also told me the anode rod needed replacing.  I googled anode rods and found 2 references from plumbing supply companies that verified everything he told me.  They also sold me an enzyme to maintain the drain.
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+5

308 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Diggin It Earthworks LLC
5.0(
5
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Diggin It Earthworks is a family owned and operated excavation company serving St. Louis, MO and surrounding areas. We specialize in site preparation, drainage solutions, land clearing, driveway installation, grading, and more. With a commitment to quality workmanship and reliable service, we're here to get your project done right. Insured for your peace of mind.

Excavation
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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General Installation Systems
5.0(
2
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"They did a really good job waterproofing my basement. The crew was professional, arrived on time, and explained the entire process before getting started, and completed the job with great attention to detail. It's clear they take pride in their work. I'd definitely recommend them if you need your basement waterproofed."
Concrete finished
Concrete finished
Concrete break out
Concrete finished
During breakout

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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French Drains FAQs, answered by experts

For disposal clogs with standing water, use a sink plunger and place it over the garbage disposal drain. Push the sink plunger up and down the drain about six to eight times before lifting. If the sink drains, the clogged food particles are dislodged from the drain. If there’s still standing water, repeat the steps until the standing water clears out. 

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.

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is  $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

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

You can try several easy methods to unclog a drain, one of the easiest and most effective of which is to use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. This will help dislodge and dissolve the clog to move it down the drain pipes. Pour 1/2 cup baking soda into the drain, followed by 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Dump several cups of boiling water (or hot water if you have PVC pipes) into the drain and let sit for up to one hour. Run hot water to clear the drain.

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