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Avatar for Drainage and Erosion Solutions
Drainage and Erosion Solutions
4.2(
309
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job of waterproofing our foundation, burying downspouts, and replacing a patio to guarantee drainage away from the house. Most of our interaction was with the crew foreman. He spoke good English, showed attention to detail, and did a careful, professional job even when the weather got so hot we found ourselves urging the crew to take more breaks. They were not the cheapest bid, but worth it for the skilled workmanship. This is the second project we have hired them to do, and I would recommend them for any work where drainage is important."
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First step - demolition
Regrading and Patio
Regrading and Patio
Regrading and Patio

+66

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc
4.6(
188
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Salesman was very accommodating and arranged a quick installation as the house was on the market already. Installers arrived promptly and worked quickly and efficiently. Work foreman was very easy to work with and took the time to explain everything. Work was finished in a timely manner. Work area was left clean. Two calls to the service dept. a couple of weeks later have gone unanswered. My C rating on responsiveness is a combination of an A for the sales rep and an F for the service dept."
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Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Archer Contractors RPD Corp.
4.3(
35
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Water started leaking into my finished basement this past winter. Dan, from Archer Contractors, came out a few times, free of charge, to troubleshoot. He patiently and methodically examined all the potential sources of water entry while keeping suggested repairs to a minimum. He discovered that the cause was a back yard drainage problem together with a failing internal foundation drainage system and drew up a price quote with detailed diagrams for a plan to remedy the situation. The crew started immediately, keeping within the scope of work and cost outlined in the price quote. They installed a back yard drainage system to control storm water and replaced the blocked portion of the foundation drainage system. They were very professional and quickly but carefully completed the work, leaving the site spotless. Since then the basement has remained dry during numerous heavy rain falls, even during the rapid snow melt with rain that occurred this past January. I would definitely recommend Archer Contractors for any yard drainage or basement waterproofing issues. Not only was the work done properly, but Dan was careful to suggest only necessary repairs to keep the cost to a minimum."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Joseph plumbing & drain
4.9(
160
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kap from Joseph Plumbing and Drain was great. I requested a quote Saturday morning and they came out within a few hours. We scheduled the work for Friday and they arrived on time, were friendly and professional, and did excellent work installing my new main water shut-off valve. Highly recommend."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.8(
93
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Lal wore covid19 PPE and covered his shoes as not to soil my floors. He had to remove the toilet to unstop the drain pipe. He used an electric snake to clear the drain and replaced the toilet including re caulking. I'm very pleased."
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Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
75
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our washing machine drain replaced, toilet reinstalled and the garbage disposal fixed. Great communication, good prices, responsive and very professional job. I highly recommend Rosiam and his team."
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.2(
1,028
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work! Arturo helped us originally followed by his amazing crew. Highly recommend this company. Arturo as consultant, Jeff as Project Manager and Hymie we’re all excellent. Our crawl space foundation was disgusting. This work should have been performed by earlier owners but it fell to us. We were tired of critters, cold floors in the winter, and moisture. Now we have a space under our house that is immaculate and dry. And, cracked wooden beams have been stabilized and a de-humidifier Installed that drains invisibly."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

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Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Most sump pumps come with power cords that can be plugged into an outlet, but there are options that can be hardwired into a home’s electrical system. Either way, it’s smart to have a backup power supply in case the electricity goes out during a storm. That way, the sump pump can keep running and removing water from the sump pit.

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. 

Ideally, your sump pump discharge should run down a natural downhill slope 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. However, if your property is naturally flat, that might not be an option. Instead, you may be able to discharge it into a neighborhood storm drain or a nearby creek or pond. If that’s not possible, consider burying it underground.

You can DIY basement waterproofing in some ways to help save on the overall costs. If your basement isn’t experiencing a lot of water but is noticeably humid, you can try running a dehumidifier that will pull the excess water out of the air. If you notice water leaking due to outdoor drainage issues, you can add downspout extensions to keep rainwater away from your home. 

However, if the problem is more severe and requires a more extensive solution, it’s best to call a basement waterproofing professional to assess the treatment you need and install waterproofing safeguards properly. Since keeping water out of your basement is important, ensuring this job is done correctly the first time is best.

Thankfully, you do have a few sump pump backup options in case it fails. One option is a battery-powered backup sump pump. Another option is using a portable backup generator as a power supply for your sump pump. Unlike a battery-powered backup which has limited power, a generator can run around the clock for as long as you need it. 

Or you can opt for a water-powered backup pump, which uses your home’s water supply as a source of power. However, this may not be the best option if you find your house frequently has low water pressure.

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