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Drainco
5.0(
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Serving Amite, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Bruce was very professional and he did an awesome job with the repair of a water leak at my water meter. I surely would recommend him to any and everybody. He is the plumber to call. Fantastic service!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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The Fireplace Doctor
3.9(
1,190
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Serving Amite, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Bought this in the spring to use before burning in the fall/winter.  Ended up moving in December and did not use it.
I'm wasn't sure how to score a company I didn't use (and not reviewing isn't really an option), so I just picked a score consistent with the average rating.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Trinity Contracting LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Amite, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We specialize in water and smoke restoration services caused by fires, flooding, etc. We can also test for mold. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call - or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S&J Brothers Dirt Worx
5.0(
1
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Serving Amite, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

S&J Brothers Dirt Worx, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Yes, the air from a damp basement can travel up into your living area through a process called the stack effect, so moisture, mold spores, and other debris in your basement air can all decrease your indoor air quality on your main floors. Additionally, damp basements can promote the rotting of building materials, which can damage flooring, insulation, and framing on your first floor in addition to materials in the basement.

Crawl spaces are the more desirable option overall because they provide additional space for storage and utilities, but they are more expensive to install and maintain. Slab foundations are considered a better option in warmer climates where the depth of the frost line isn’t an issue because they’re more affordable, but crawl spaces are better in areas where the frost line is deep or where flooding can be an issue.

Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.

A plastic vapor barrier should completely cover your basement to prevent water from penetrating through the walls. This typically goes before installing insulation to prevent moisture from building up and becoming trapped on the inside of your insulation, where it can collect and lead to mold damage. Installing insulation after the vapor barrier allows for any moisture to exit the walls for better ventilation.

While water in your basement is unlikely to make you sick unless it’s coming from a sewage backup, mold is likely to start to grow in wet areas within 24 hours, and mold can make you sick. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), inhaling mold spores can cause allergy symptoms, including runny nose, itchy eyes, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and itchy skin. Individuals with pre-existing respiratory issues like asthma and immunocompromised individuals are at an elevated risk of symptoms when inhaling mold spores.

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