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Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
4.6(
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptionally well. I am very pleased with the foundation repair, installation of a heavy-duty sump-pump with external drainage, heavy plastic gauge plastic covering the crawl space floor, and the full replacement of my crawl space insulation. The DryPro team from estimate and pictures to completion of the projects were all very efficient and very Professional. Cost was reasonable. Yes, I would hire them again."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete
Concrete

+16

Response time3 days
166 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sedona Waterproofing Solutions
4.4(
80
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work. I needed trench dug and drain extension on downspout installed to prevent erosion. Job was completed quickly and met expectations. pricing was fair and crew was timely and courteous. Would definitely hire again."
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation

+51

Response time1 day
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dry Otter Waterproofing
4.0(
23
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Project turned out great, they showed up on time, owner was here during the project startup. Workers were very customer service friendly and they kept the job site very clean."
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Drainage
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing

+19

Response time11 hrs
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Superior Plumbing and Drains
4.8(
11
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Superior Plumbing and Drains to install a gas water heater in my home. They provided a 10 year full warranty and cleaned up after they finished the job. Austin and Zach had great customer service and were extremely professional. I will hire them for all my future plumbing needs and I would recommend them to anyone who needs plumbing work done in their home!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Hardware Home Services
5.0(
8
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Sump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Ace Hardware Home Services specializes in installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential and commercial customers. We offer service for heating, air conditioning, and plumbing systems, as well as indoor air quality solutions including whole house humidifiers and air purification systems. Craig Canella founded Canella Heating and Air in 1990, and now, with the acquisition of Rye Heating and Air and Minyard Plumbing, the teams have combined under the Ace Hardware Home Services banner. Today, Craig and his team uphold the reputation for outstanding customer care, offering enhanced service for customers in the Hickory and Catawba Valley regions, Lincolnton, and the Lake Norman Area of North Carolina.\n

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My jobs

+12

Response time7 hrs
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Basement Technologies of Western NC, LLC
4.2(
9
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallSump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

Atmox System
Basement Waterproofing
Waterproofing and Grading
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sergii was very professional, flexible, communicated well, and was able to pull off my vision for a black marble fireplace without cracking a single piece of tile. He was also able to see and fix problems from previous renovated areas of the project so that installation would be safe and last. He was very upfront about cost and let me know about the price of materials before starting his work. And he kept his work area very CLEAN!! I was overall very impressed with his expertise, Iâ d recommend him to anyone."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sump Pump Installation questions, answered by experts

A sump pump's lifespan is typically 7 to 10 years, though the general range can be anywhere from 5 to 15 years. The specific type of pump is a major factor: pedestal sump pumps last an average of 20 to 25 years, whereas submersible sump pumps last between 5 and 15 years. While pedestal pumps are less expensive to service, they are also louder and more prone to clogging.

Several other factors influence longevity, including the pump's quality, usage frequency, and maintenance schedule. A high-quality pump that is well-maintained in a dry climate may last for two decades, while a lower-quality, poorly maintained pump in an area with a high water table or frequent flooding may fail in six years or less.

Regular maintenance, including annual inspections and tuneups from a professional, can significantly extend the pump's life. It is time to consider a replacement if your sump pump runs constantly, cycles frequently, shows visible rust or corrosion, or trips a circuit breaker. As a preventative measure, many homeowners replace their pumps every eight years. It's also worth noting that a manufacturer's warranty can indicate expected lifespan, and some home insurance policies may not cover water damage from a pump that is past its recommended replacement date.

If you’re wondering if your home even needs a sump pump, consider whether you’ve struggled with flooding issues in the past. If your house is in a flood-prone area, your yard has poor drainage, or you’ve dealt with any other water problems, then it’s likely well worth it to replace your old sump pump with a new one.

You should be fine. Most high-grade grinder pumps have a 24-hour holding capacity within the tank. You can continue to use the facilities so long as the power outage does not stretch into days. In a worst-case scenario, attach a generator to the grinder pump, providing it has sufficient electric capacity.

A small sump pump running infrequently uses an average of 10 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per month. The average cost for electricity is $0.171 per kWh. The size and use frequency affect how much electricity it uses. Sump pumps average one-third to one horsepower (hp) motors. One hp is equal to 745.7 watts. Watts multiplied by the time your pump is running divided by 1,000 equals your average kWh. Multiply kWh by your average cost of electricity. In areas with high rain or a marsh basin, the average cost can be as high as $15-$25 a month.

Sump pumps remove excess water from the lowest point of your home, which prevents flooding. When a sump pit fills with water, a sump pump pushes that water outside of the basin and into an exterior discharge pipe. From there, the water flows away from your home, so it doesn’t damage your foundation.

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