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Avatar for Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
5.0(
14
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this excavating company! They were professional, dependable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They communicated clearly, showed up when promised, and made sure everything was completed properly. The finished work looks great, and they left the property clean and organized. I would definitely use them again!"
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Demo
Demo

+1

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.0(
151
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott McCloskey and his team at Mount Valley Foundation Services provided a great crawl space repair quote for some of our existing termite and moisture damage and settlement remediations. Best work proposal I have received. Scott went to extra lengths to make sure we were confident in the repairs and spent a lot of time fielding our questions."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

+13

234 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Asheville Waterproofing Company
4.6(
22
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I plan on telling my friends to have their water flow problems fixed by this company I am very happy with my French drain. The crew is hardworking and skilled in their job."
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Webster Grading
4.8(
6
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Otto, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They provided the services to get the water from the area discussed and graded the yard properly, deeded the area and placed hay over the affected area. Also removed a stump that was near the path of the buried drain pipe."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

  • Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel

  • Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain

  • Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes

  • Open the drain

  • Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to clean your linear drain every two to three months to prevent debris buildup. However, if you notice it draining slowly or an odor from your drainpipes, it’s best to clear the clogged drain and maintain it more often. If you let a clog go for too long, you may have to invest in the price of professional shower drain cleaning, which costs about $225.

A clogged air gap can cause a dishwasher not to drain. There are, however, other potential issues that can lead to improper drainage. For example, if you have attached the air gap to a garbage disposal and forgotten to remove the knockout plug, wastewater may backflow into the dishwasher. Check that the air gap is installed properly, and then look for clogs in the air gap and dishwasher filters. 

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

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