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Avatar for Tri-State Crawlspace Repair and Building Efficiencies LLC.
Tri-State Crawlspace Repair and Building Efficiencies LLC.
5.0(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Mcdowell, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Went above and beyond what was required of them. I am 64 years old and live alone and he has been here twice and his men have been here once working. I had problems with a pipe leaking under my home and he sat down at my kitchen table with his laptop and hunted a repair man for me call them up himself got quotes and set up an appointment that he absolutely did not have to do to help me out because I didn't know what to do or who to call. He has come and talk to me trying to help me get my issues fixed and if it was something they couldn't do, help me find other people that would. They set up my dehumidifier, blocked off vents and went above the job of what they were required to do to help me out. He has sent me text messages after the jobs to check and see if I needed anything. I would highly recommend the company to do any work.He has truly worked with me to get things and problems taking care of that being a 64-year-old female alone that could not have done on her own. Thank you"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
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Hay Excavation
New to Angi
Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Mcdowell, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Clog Busters
4.5(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Mcdowell, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Replum bathroom vanity and claw foot tub, I previously had alot of leaks and It just wasn't done right. Jay took care of us, he re did all the plumbing nice and tidy, looks great. Wish we would have found him before redoing our bathroom. You can definitely count on this guy"
Root intrusion
Underground cast iron
tunnel under home
tunnel under home
Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Advanced Restoration & Waterproofing, LLC
4.7(
109
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Mcdowell, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the closest category I could find for what I had done and know that they do this type of work. I hired this company to install a french drain in the back of my yard. There is a hill behind me and the grade from the house made the water collect in a swamp with nowhere to go. They did a great job of trenching out the entire width of that area, added perforated pipe with a filter cloth and gravel, then replacing the topsoil. They put a well with a sump pump at the end and tubing to pump the water out to the front of the house so it would go into the drainage system. Mike Jr., Brandon Powers, Eric Lawhon and Mike Houtchins were the team of workers and did a great job cleaning up afterwards also. It was a pretty large project but it only took them two days to complete. I am very happy with the results and highly recommend them."
French drains
Drainage
Finished Basement
Interior Basement
Large Drainage Project

+16

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Triple J Contracting
4.9(
5
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Mcdowell, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Triple J Contracting went above and beyond to fix our problem and make sure we were happy. They are punctual, courteous, professional and gave an accurate cost estimate which did not vary with detailed receipt documentation. I would definitely recommend them! If I could give them more stars, I would!"
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain
French Drain

+14

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Plumbers use a variety of tools to help unclog the toughest of drain clogs, but the most common tools they use are drain snakes and augers. They try a plunger or drain snake to start, then move to heavy-duty augers, and finally try using a hydro jetter to blast away the clog with high-pressure water. Hiring a plumber to unclog a drain costs $125 to $300, largely depending on the extent and location of the clog and which of these methods is best for clearing it.

First, find the cleanout pipe in your yard. Unscrew the cap—you may need a wrench to do so. Then, get a drain snake. You can use a non-motorized one, but a motorized snake will make the job a little easier. Feed the snake through the pipe until it reaches the clog. Spin the snake continuously, but don’t try to feed it through the pipe anymore. Keep spinning until you feel it break the clog apart.

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.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

The first rule of plumbing is nothing but water, toilet paper, number one, and number two go down the drain. 

To prevent clogs, get yourself:

  • A compast pail where you can clean plates, drain grease, and toss scraps and paper towels. 

  • Drain screens for the shower, tub, and bathroom sink to stop hair, jewelry, toys, etc. from going down the drain.

  • Trash cans for everything that shouldn’t go down the drain, like dental floss, hygiene products, and cat litter.

P.S.: If you do drop your priceless ring down the drain, take a deep breath, and then follow these steps to retrieve jewelry from your drain.

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