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Avatar for JES Foundation Repair
JES Foundation Repair
4.5(
1,449
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The foreman, Roberto and his crew, Alun and Jose did an excellent job installing push piers to stabilize our foundation. They did a super job of resolving an unexpected problem that was encountered with a footer under a slab portion of the foundation. These men are a valuable asset to your company."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

685 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC
Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC
4.9(
61
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Once and done waterproofing helped me out with a small annoying leak Iâ  ve had around a pipe. The owner called me right away, came out the next day for an estimate, and fixed the leak the day after. His crew is friendly and courteous and hard working. Explained every step they weâ  re doing. Did such a great job, I had the bury some drain pipes and install a rain water reservoir. Very reasonable pricing and veteranâ  s discount."
Demo and Install Phase
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Demo and Install Phase
Install Phase
Demo and Install Phase

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Always Waterproofing
4.1(
423
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have waited some time to review as I wanted to make sure that we stayed dry and so far, we have! Always waterproofing has given us peace of mind that our home has been able to stay dry after flooding in our family room and master bedroom. I do recommend turning off your air or heat if they dig an indoor French drain as it clogged our AC unit. Estimate was quick, they squeezed us in ASAP after we had record rains and major flooding and gave us tips to help manage our water problems until they could arrive."
Updated concrete deck
Cozy front porch
Response time10 hrs
441 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
Best Buy Waterproofing, LLC
4.4(
155
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Best Buy waterproofing. I contacted them for inspection due to water rising underneath my tile in the basement. They responded very quickly and had someone out for the inspection a day later. Ed completed my inspection and was very informative and communicative throughout the whole process. He didnâ t try to scare me into getting any services and was very patient with me. Any questions I had he was on it and available. When I made my final decision it was quick and a painless process. The crew cleaned up well and walked me through the work they had done. They installed a new drain and sump pump. Might I add they made my installation very esthetic by placing the line in the wall to hide the pipes when the dry wall is replaced. I will definitely recommend to friends and family!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dave the Plumber, LLC
4.2(
188
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired a plumber through HomeAdvisor using prepay but I would not recommend this service. The contractor left a leaky pipe that caused water coming up through carpet. I had to purchase a wet vacuum to dry out the carpet. I had to contact HomeAdvisor again and hired Dave the Plumber, LLC who had to redo the installation done previously. Dave the Plumber replaced all the piping and outside spigot because of a water leak the previous contractor left. Thank you Dave the Plumber for being a professional and a job well done."
Our work
Our work
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Our work
Our work

+11

Response time6 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Trim-Tek Plumbing
Trim-Tek Plumbing
4.1(
9
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Eli installed a new hot water heater for us. They did an outstanding job, very efficient and professional. They are a great business to work with. If you need any plumbing work done, please contact Austin you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this business!"
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Whether to waterproof your basement from the interior or exterior depends on several factors, including your budget.

Exterior waterproofing is generally considered the superior method because it stops water at the source, preventing it from seeping into and damaging your basement walls. This approach offers the most protection, making it ideal if you use your basement for storage.

By contrast, interior waterproofing is often less expensive and requires less labor because the area is more accessible.

For maximum protection against water leakage and moisture, applying waterproofing measures to both the inside and outside is the best solution. However, if you must choose only one, stopping water from the outside is the most effective approach to preserve your foundation and prevent 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.

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.

Installation typically takes 1-2 days, depending on the scope and site preparation.

A sump pump can be added to an existing basement. To do this, you will need to use a jackhammer or sledgehammer to break up the concrete and dig a pit. You will also need to create a hole in your basement wall to run the discharge pipe through.

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