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Avatar for Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
4.4(
155
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired a civil engineer, who concurred with the sump pump and drain plan and said the price was absolutely unbeatable. After the project, the customer service for follow-up was immediate and effective. This company is solid, from the team on the ground to the sales representative to uppoer management!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for JES Foundation Repair
JES Foundation Repair
4.2(
1,030
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a big project, requiring jackhammering out a portion of the basement floor and putting in a french drain and sump pump. The crew was professional, very hardworking and kept the mess to a minimum. The crew lifting the pavement were very skilled and patient in answering our many questions about the process. Everyone did a great job and we appreciate all their help in solving our flooding problems. We would personally like to thank everyone involved; Demetrius (supervisor), James S. , Freddy, Ahmed F., Edwin B., Vince G. and Sinclair. Howard G. the field inspector promptly returned all of our calls and was very helpful in answering all of our questions."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Always Waterproofing
Always Waterproofing
4.2(
427
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had them mitigate a small foundation leak in my basement, install a better drain in my exterior basement stairwell and replace my sump pump last week. Michael was very responsive, answered all my questions and priced his work competitively. His crew worked hard and I am happy with the work to date, though it's far too early to judge how well the interior system they installed functions. The only concern is that the promised lifetime transferable warranty was not delivered when the work was done. Michael promised to drop it off soon."
Updated concrete deck
Cozy front porch
Response time10 hrs
352 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Fortress Foundation Solutions
Fortress Foundation Solutions
3.4(
17
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Fortress Foundation Solutions, we are here to take the industry by storm, offering elite interior basement waterproofing, mold remediation, crawl space repair, and foundation repair services to Central Virginia homeowners in Virginia. As a company, we are committed to improving the home improvement industry and creating a ripple effect that can change businesses, our community's lives and, the world for the better. \n \nOur website has an extensive collection of photo albums of our work, as well as information on the product and services we offer. We are happy to come out and take a look at your home. We offer free, no obligate estimates - and, our System Designers will give you a proposal that same day. \n \nWE BELIEVE MORE IS POSSIBLE! \n \nGive us a call today! (434) 299-9393

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+60

Response time1 day
152 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Hydro-Solutions, Inc.
3.2(
3
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hydro-Solutions, Inc., are experts in Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals, have many years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for All Pro Exteriors
All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"It was easy to make an appointment by phone; the pricing was based upon the size and type of the house (single family home, split level, 1800 sq ft). I understand it would have cost more if the house was taller, or less if it was a town house. The cleaners showed up on time, and had the entire job done in about 45 minutes. They used the water faucet from the front of the house to wash out the gutters and flush out the drain pipes. They picked up the gunk that washed out by hand so that it was barely noticeable. I paid by check when they were done."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Thompson's Basement Waterproofing
Thompson's Basement Waterproofing
4.1(
226
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Met with a representative from Thompson's who provided a great overview of the issue, the process, and the expected outcome. Due to this comfortable, informative, and professional presentation, we opted to hire Thompson's.
The service date and time were honored, but the workers seemed to be extremely young.
They did perform the work, however, they were not neat, and as a matter of fact very messy, damaging solid workbenches, bathroom doors, and basement windows.  The also damaged the patio by spilling staining paint/glue, and damaged flowerbeds and lawns while mixing cement.
 
The actual drain itself was not evenly or neatly installed, with the mica boards being uneven and not flush against the wall. The poured cement was not smoothly laid, and in one corner, was pitched by almost six inches.
They bored a hole in the wall for the drainage pipe, but it was in a completely different location than what was agreed on or in the drawing.
The followup customer service was terrible, with many promised yet unreturned phone calls, and a lack to immediate responses to calls made (a message always seemed to have to be left.)  Calls and attempts were made to resolve quite a few of these issues with Thompson's over almost 4 months, with only frustration be developed on my side due to their lack of response or concern.
We needed to spend another $2000 with another company to clean up and resolve the mess and quite a few of the issues left/created by Thompson's. 
NOTE:  The french drain does work, and we have not had water in the basement since.
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SUMP PUMPS
CRAWL SPACE AND REPAIR
FOUNDATION REPAIR
MOLD REMOVAL
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for AA Waterproofing and Foundation Repair
AA Waterproofing and Foundation Repair
4.3(
34
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at AA Waterproofing and Foundation Repair we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

Finished  Sub-floor pressure relief system
Sub-floor pressure relief system
Sub-floor pressure relief system
Waterproofing
Sub-floor pressure relief system

+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Murphy Family Electric
Murphy Family Electric
4.4(
2,222
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+2 more

Serving La Vale, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I got a call the same day as I purchased the deal. They were able to come over the same day which was nice. I had issues with some small space heaters blowing the main breaker which made absolutely no sense to me. The breaker was recently inspected by Fairfax county after a renovation that was recently done which makes me wonder how closely the county actually looked at the work (they also missed the fact that the guy didn't put a p-trap in the new bathtub drain). Jake showed up early which was nice and immediately asked if I wanted him to take his shoes off (nice gesture). He understood exactly what I was telling him- he opened up the box and immediately figured out what the issue was - stuff not being tight and too much exposed wire on one of the main hot lines. He knocked it all out in about 20 mins which saved me some money. I can think of several things that another less honest company could have pushed me to buy, but Jake just did what needed to be done. The problem I had is now gone. I told my contractor not to make these mistakes at other houses that he does. Now, I'm not sure if I should send a note to the Fairfax county asking why their inspector didn't tell my contractor to correct this. Another note - the website that they have is really nice. It is so simple, and a lot of services that they do are priced out - you can buy them right up front. I'm not sure why other companies don't make things simple like this. They are 100% digital, too. To pay for the service, I just swiped my cart on the phone and signed. There wasn't any old paper invoices where you rip off the top copy and have this nasty looking pink paper lying around the house. They sent me a text receipt and email. As a tech worker, I thought it was cool how they used square.. it's really simple and easy."
installing meter base and mast
Dan the man
mast and weather head with guy kit
relocated panel
Family Electricians

+11

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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French Drains FAQs, answered by experts

Once you’ve poured the baking soda and vinegar into a drain, you should wait about 10 minutes for the mixture to break down the clog. If you try the baking soda and vinegar method and it doesn't work, you can do it again or try the baking soda and salt trick.

With a one-way cleanout, you can access your sewer line from one direction. Depending on the way it curves, a plumber can either access the side of the pipe that goes into your home or the side that goes to your yard. On the other hand, two-way cleanouts allow pros to access both sides of the sewer line, thanks to their dual-pipe design (they’re usually U-shaped).

Biodegradable drain cleaners use naturally derived ingredients, such as baking soda, vinegar, and boiling water, which bacteria and other microbes can break down. Unlike conventional cleaners that rely on corrosive bleach (sodium hydroxide), biodegradable options are gentler on fixtures and less harmful to the environment. Because they don't release harmful gasses, they are also safer to use, especially in households with children, and do not require the same safety precautions as bleach-based products.

If you try a drain snake and various DIY methods for unclogging drains to no avail, bring in a professional plumber to assess the situation. Also, if multiple drains in your home are backing up or you smell sewage, a visit from a plumber is best. You can expect your drain cleaning costs to fall around $250, and this can include an assessment of what’s caught in your plumbing and if there’s a larger, underlying problem. You should also consider calling a pro if you need to snake a toilet, as DIYing this could lead to a cracked fixture.

If you're dealing with a clogged sink drain, you may be able to avoid removing the drain by using a plunger to dislodge the clog. While we associate plungers with toilets, they can do the same job with your sink drain. Be gentle, though, as forceful movements can push clogs further into your plumbing system and make them more difficult to remove. Additionally, make sure you’re using a sink plunger—with a flat bottom—and not a toilet plunger—which has a smaller bottom protruding from the larger flat piece.

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