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Avatar for Ulb-Dry Waterproofing Inc
Ulb-Dry Waterproofing Inc
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prepared basement/stairs fore entering/leaving/working, determined site of blockage, broker concrete at blockage site, re-connected drain pipe, recemented area, clean-u."
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+2

Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Atlas Restoration LLC
4.6(
205
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great! They put in a support team. They jacked up the house and put in a new foundation. They were very professional and very orderly."
Sump Pump Installation
Foundation Repair
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Sump Pump Installation
Crawl Space Encapsulation

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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U.S. Waterproofing
4.2(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1957

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Called company on Monday and got an appointment for an inspection on Wednesday. That following Monday, the technician arrived and went through each step is sealing off the concrete foundation to the water leak. The fix worked well and was put to the test with the recent record rains. Not one drop of water came into the basement."
Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Real Seal LLC
5.0(
252
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My husband and I had a wonderful experience with The Real Seal in July 2024. They fixed a bowing foundation and waterproofed the basement for future finishing. Their team was prompt, respectful, organized and thoroughly educated us on the drainage tile system, installation process and prevention. Thank you, Real Seal for being the flawless first step to our dream basement/family space!"
Before and After Crack Repair
I Beam Supports
Polyjacking in Darien
Our Carbon Fiber Straps Repair Before, During, and After
Crack repaired with Carbon Fiber Staples

+39

Response time10 hrs
317 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Chicago
4.5(
136
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1922

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrence Spranger was my plumber. His quote was fair. He was on time to the job. He replaced my hot water tank and shut off valve. He suggested placing a tray under the tank that has a drain hose just in case the new tank eventually leaks then it won’t run all over my basement. He had the model and serial numbers added to my receipt for insurance purposes. He was very personable and put the customer first. He went beyond what was expected of him to do. Thank you"
Unclog Drain
ARS
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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SewerServ Drain Solutions
5.0(
34
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a stubborn drain clog that was causing water to back up in my sink, and I couldn't be happier with how it was resolved! The service was quick, professional, and effective. The technician diagnosed the problem immediately and used the right tools to clear the clog thoroughly. Now my drain is flowing smoothly again, and I couldn't be more satisfied. Highly recommend for anyone dealing with stubborn drain issues!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
188
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been using Patrick's services since 2016 in our properties as well a relative's property. He has fixed things like unclogging a drain to major sewer repairs. Patrick is always available when we call and his prices are reasonable. He is very reliable and trustworthy, has the best prices compare to other plumbers and has diagnosed problems other plumbers have missed. I cannot say enough about this company. Definitely recommend and will continue using as well."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
20
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are new homeowners and had a hole in our septic tank made of concrete block, which was sending wastewater into the foundation/basement of the home. It was my first time using Angie's List, and I would recommend Illinois Sewer and Drain to anyone. Joe and his team of experts solved our issue immediately at an affordable price. They even went above and beyond to install a sump pump in our basement to help with the rain water. Quality work!!"
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+23

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Mario & Sons Sewer, LLC
4.8(
23
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team did what I needed, a kitchen faucet installation and repair of leaky supply lines. Perfect job, clean, very detail oriented. Timely. Will definitely book another plumbing job with them."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Most sump pumps come with power cords that can be plugged into an outlet, but there are options that can be hardwired into a home’s electrical system. Either way, it’s smart to have a backup power supply in case the electricity goes out during a storm. That way, the sump pump can keep running and removing water from the sump pit.

A sump pump will drain a flooded basement if it has a horsepower strong enough to remove the water faster than it is entering the room. If you have the wrong type or size of sump pump installed–or if your sump pump has failed–you may need to take additional steps to stop the flow of water or remove it manually.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

Ideally, your sump pump discharge should run down a natural downhill slope 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. However, if your property is naturally flat, that might not be an option. Instead, you may be able to discharge it into a neighborhood storm drain or a nearby creek or pond. If that’s not possible, consider burying it underground.

The difference between an ejector pump and a sump pump lies in their purpose and design—an ejector pump functions to remove liquid gray water and soft solid sewage waste from your home. If you have a laundry room or bathroom in your basement, an ejector pump for your sewage tank prevents sewage from backing up in your washing machine or bathroom’s drains.

A sump pump is designed to remove excess groundwater that may enter your home, either due to flooding or periods of heavy rain.

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