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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 Smithton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shaq and Zac did outstanding work on raising our garage, porch and sidewalk and creating a drain in the sidewalk for rain spout. Very professional, polite, answered all questions and cleaned up afterwards. Extremely pleased with the work!"
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

436 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 Smithton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything about this repair job was wonderful - from Brad giving us the bid (and explaining exactly what would be done), to Will and Ree (sp?) doing the excellent work. Everyone was courteous, professional and left everything spotless. And the cost was surprisingly lower than I thought it would be."
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Response time3 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Life Outdoors
5.0(
13
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Yard Drainage

Serving Smithton, 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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+55

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Pfeil Landscaping, Inc.
Pfeil Landscaping, Inc.
3.9(
60
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceYard Drainage

Serving Smithton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time to look at the project. Seemed really nice. I was ready to hire once I got the quote. I was asked to give them a couple of days to get me the quote. It never came. I emailed and asked what was going on. There has been no response."
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Pavers4x8 Color: Bethany Ledge Herringbone Pattern
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+22

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
3.4(
357
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Smithton, 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

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

Serving Smithton, 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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Allen Pace
5.0(
2
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceYard Drainage

Serving Smithton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Quick response to my request on Friday and demolition the next Monday. The demolition and removal took less than an hour. I am pleased because the dilapidated shed was in the way of my next home improvement project. I told Alan I was leaving for vacation Monday morning. He was on site at 7:15 am."
Response time3 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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French Drains FAQs, answered by experts

The best drain cleaners are biodegradable ones or a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Strong, caustic chemicals may seem appealing with promises of unclogging your drain quickly, but liquid drain cleaners can cause damage to your pipes over time. Consider making your own drain cleaner with baking soda and vinegar.

In some cases, operating a snake can damage your drain and pipes. This depends on the overall condition of your pipes and how gently you operate the auger. For instance, older galvanized pipes covered in zinc are susceptible to scratches when using a drain snake. Additionally, it’s common for newbies to apply too much force when extending the snake, leading to scratches and related damage. You can also crack the porcelain with an electric auger if you’re snaking a toilet drain. If you’re using a manual snake or auger, the risk is minimal.

You can pour hot water down your gutter drain to melt ice and keep ice dams from forming. If the problems persist, consider investing in heat cables to run in your gutters. Heat cables can adjust based on the surrounding temperature to keep ice thawed.

A sewage smell in your crawl space is usually from a damaged or clogged pipe leaking sewer gasses or actual sewage underneath your home, but there are some other common causes. Moisture, from poor or damaged encapsulation or a malfunctioning sump pump, can harbor mold and bacteria, causing a musty smell. Pests can also get stuck in your crawl space and die, which causes a sewage-like odor.

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.

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