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Avatar for Drycrete Waterproofing
Drycrete Waterproofing
5.0(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We just hired them to install a French drain and pump in our home. The whole process was painless. They were responsive, patient, and showed up when they said they would."
Drain systems / Sump pump
On the job
Crew
3/4HP Pump
Sump pump

+9

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pioneer Basement
Pioneer Basement
4.5(
264
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wow! Unbelievable! If we ever have a water problem again, Pioneer will be the only waterproofing company that we call. We were getting some water in our basement which has a stack-stone foundation and radiant floor heating. We interviewed three companies and were particularly concerned about a solution that would stop the water without compromising the radiant tubes that were in the floor. Initially, Pioneer recommended a baseboard system that would run along the outside of the wall. Upon inspection, Mike Oliveira discussed a traditional drain to sump pump solution. We reiterated our concern about puncturing a tube in the floor and Mike assured us that he and his team would hand chisel potential problem areas to avoid the tubing. Moreover, this solution would save us roughly $2K and give us a lifetime guarantee vs. a 25 year guarantee on the baseboard system. The team showed up on time, cleared a 50' span of concrete by Noon, uncovered two sections of radiant tubing without puncturing the line, installed the moisture barrier, sump pump and new concrete by 4 p.m. They had to drill through a hefty header board to connect the pump line to an existing drainage line that carries water away from home and that was completed by 5:30 p.m. Mike came back in a week and we tested the fix using free-flow from our sprinkler system -- it worked perfectly. Subsequently we've had some consistent spring rain and absolutely no water in the basement. The team (including sales, service, billing, installation) was professional, courteous and available when we had questions. They saved us money, fixed our problem and provided a lifetime guarantee. We're both ecstatic and amazed!"
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+5

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for LBJ Masonry
LBJ Masonry
5.0(
41
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional company. Identified and fixed the foundation problems for at least my lifetime. Polite, non intrusive, reliable and hard working professionals. Very pleased with everything they did, felt like they did more than i expected."
chimney repointed.
basement foundation leak repair.
exterior foundation repair
retaing wall build
chimney rebuild

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E.A Masonry
4.9(
119
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed major repair work done on our patio foundation. It was a complicated project for a variety of reasons; I can't say enough great things about our experience with the very talented and professional folks at EA Masonry. 5+++ star rating. Here are a few standouts: 1) Dan responded to my request for an estimate within hours, and he and his father Luis were able to look at the job the next day, and provided us with a very competitive quote. 2) Dan was able to schedule the job in a timely way and was very good with communication regarding when they could start. 3) The team started on exactly the day that they said they would and finished the project in a timely manner. 4) Best of all, they did an AMAZING job! Not only did they repair and reinforce the crumbling foundation, but they also smoothed out all of the visible sides with a new cement facing so that it no longer looked all patchwork and uneven. Job was very reasonably priced. Professional crew. Will absolutely hire again!!!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
4.4(
200
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"I did everything I can to clear the blockage in my kitchen sink drain but it is totally blocked. I called Milltown Plumbing in the morning and they expected to send someone over later the day or the next day depends on how quick they can finish other works. They keep me updated when they can send someone over on the same day. Pedro came and fixed the blockage in no time with no mess. He is professional, kind and considerate. I'd rate their service 6 stars if it exists."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,403
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matthew from Sila was amazing. Not only did he leave what was a mess, super clean, he put in the time necessary to help make sure that all the changes I wanted were in place. New PVC to the sewer line, new extra tap for the vent I'll need next year, re-routed old drains to not only look better, but everything is now tighter-knit and well-organized. Even threaded rods to bracket the drain and valve so that the whole system doesn't shake when it shuts off. I am thoroughly impressed with the focus, the time, and the result. Sila's pricing is high, but in this case I am convinced that I got what I paid for... a system that I won't have to worry about one bit, for many many years to come."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic. Jeff is a pro. Installation went as described in both locations. He came back Immediately when I had a water gauge issue for my water meter ( installed 7 years ago) and replaced it on the spot. Jeff is professional, punctual, cleans up, old furnace removal and does great work. I’m very happy with my 2 new efficient heaters and hot water heaters! My heating costs are down substantially! I’m glad we chose Jeff."
Navien 95% combi boiler install
steam oil to natural gas conversion
Navien boiler
Navien Boiler
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Installing a sump pump takes a bit of know-how, but it is possible to do it yourself. You’ll need to familiarize yourself with details like where sump pump water goes to avoid creating new flooding risks. If you’re doing the work yourself, it’s recommended to bring in a pro for a quick inspection afterward so you can be sure your home is protected from any water damage concerns.

Start by calling a plumber if you want to install a sump pump battery backup. Talk to them about your situation and needs. Sometimes, electricians or waterproofing contractors will install a battery backup, and in that case, the plumber you call should be able to point you in the right direction.

Gravity can make it difficult to make plumbing work in a garage if your plumbing is lower than your drainage point. Fortunately, there are ways to create drainage when adding a bathroom to a sunken garage. Plumbers will recommend using an upflush system that discharges into a pump from the back of the toilet.

Most people consider a French drain to be one of the most effective solutions for foundation leaks, but it’s not always a standalone solution. French drains will help keep water away from your foundation to reduce the risk of leaking and structural damage from soil expansion, but depending on your foundation type and location, you might need other systems or techniques—like soil gradation and gutter and leader installation—to resolve the underlying problem.

A sewage ejector pump is necessary if you have any plumbing fixtures, such as a bathroom, laundry room, or sink, located below the level of your home's main sewer line. Standard plumbing relies on gravity to drain wastewater and solid waste into the municipal sewer system or a septic tank. For fixtures below this level, like those in a basement, gravity cannot move the waste upward. The ejector pump provides the force needed to pump the sewage up to the main line. Without one, wastewater from below-ground fixtures would back up, potentially causing a sewage overflow and flooding. If all of your plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity is sufficient and an ejector pump is not needed.

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