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Avatar for Drycrete Waterproofing
Drycrete Waterproofing
5.0(
19
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jason and his crew came on time, performed the repair quickly and professionally and left a job that they can be proud of. We have had several days of rain, some rather intense, and i am pleased to say that my basement is dry for the first time in a year or more!"
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
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S&S Piping and Heat LLC
5.0(
66
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Neo did an excellent job replacing the pedestal sink in our very old condo. He left the area very clean. He was quick to respond to our questions before and after the work and was always courteous."
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design

+53

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for LBJ Masonry
LBJ Masonry
5.0(
40
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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

"I found Liam and Bryan very easy to deal with. Bryan provided a quote within several days of my initial contact in regards to my chimney repair and painting the base. Their whole crew was very professional and I am very pleased with the results. They explained any problem clearly and solved them satisfactorily. In fact, they repaired the flashing and new clay flue liners free of charge. I highly recommend LBJ Masonry."
chimney repointed.
basement foundation leak repair.
exterior foundation repair
retaing wall build
chimney rebuild

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SealProMax New England
5.0(
15
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It comes out exactly what I’m expecting. My basement stays dry until now problem solved without the inconvenience of a construction noise in your basement. The duration of the job is very minimal and the price is reasonable. Very professional."
Basement waterproofing
Michael C
Tear C
Graig
Don

+263

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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

"I originally hired them for a new chimney cap, chimney repair & pointing a field stone foundation. The team was punctual, informative, reasonably priced, and cleaned up daily. Based on the work they just completed, I then hired them to tear out an old cement landing and replaced it with granite and field stone. Very happy with all of the work they performed."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Key Waterproofing Construction
Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
229
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"very professional, punctual, and thorough installed an internal french drain system including demolition work and sump pump and backup sump pump with dehumidifier. Bulk of work done within 2 days, balance of work to be down when weather warms up and ground is soft enough to place drain outlet pipe and down spout extensions underground"
Response time12 hrs
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,400
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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
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Grinder pumps alone cost $300 on average. The average cost to install a new grinder pump is between $2,000 and $4,000, including the pump and labor. This price can also change based on the exact type of grinder pump you choose, labor costs in your area, and the power system your home currently has.

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 move wastewater and solid waste to the municipal sewer or septic tank. However, for fixtures located below grade (e.g., in a basement), gravity is not sufficient.

The purpose of a sewage ejector pump is to actively pump this wastewater and solid waste upward into the main sewer line. Without an ejector pump in this situation, wastewater would have no way to exit and would eventually back up, causing a sewage overflow or flooding in your basement. If all of your home's plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity can handle the drainage, and an ejector pump is not needed.

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.

Statistics show that 98% of basements will experience some form of water damage over time. However, that doesn’t mean all basements will experience severe flooding. The best way to prevent a water-damaged basement is to keep up with home maintenance and have proper drainage installed outside your home to direct water away from the foundation. You can also consider building a flood wall around the house if you live in a flood-prone area.

Basements with persistent moisture problems or flooding shouldn’t be finished until the moisture issues have been fixed. In addition, if your foundation is cracked, you have unmitigated radon levels, or you have asbestos or lead pipes, remediate the underlying problem before finishing your basement. Turning a basement into living space before fixing these issues can lead to serious health risks or structural damage. 

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