"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/manchester/pyramid-roofing-llc-reviews-427378.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"dave and louanns homeimprovements","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jeanne C."},"reviewBody":"I had used Dave's services once before while living in Chester, to have a screen door put in, and that seemed to go fine although he did have to return to fix a small issue because it hadn't been done correctly the first time. I called upon him again when I purchased a home in Derry. There appeared to be a leak coming from the kitchen sink and I wanted it repaired before physically moving into the house with my family. I had a lead time of about 2 weeks. Dave came over and took a look and said it didn't appear to be a leak, just that a piece was loose and he tightened it. He checked out all the other issues and said he would be happy to do the work and gave me verbal estimate, telling me he would follow up with a written estimate. I didn't hear from him so I called and he said he was about to have surgery and would get back to me. About two weeks passed and we moved into the Derry home. I called Dave and told him the kitchen sink was indeed leaking and that I needed it fixed. He said he would come two days later and asked for the address again. The day he was to show up, he wasn't there at his appointed time so I gave him a call after waiting about a half hour. He said he was on his way. I waited and as I was looking out the window I saw what appeared to be his van driving past my home. Sure enough, although he had already been to my home once before, he needed me to call and walk him through the steps to where my home was physically located. Once at my home he looked at the leak and told me it would cost X amount. Mind you, I had literally JUST moved and spent the entire week cleaning the previous home and making sure everything was out of there. Now I had been at the new home for approximately two days and was far from having all of the boxes unpacked nor knowing where everything was. Needless to say, I couldn't locate my checkbook to write him a check (for less than $100) to buy what he needed to make the repairs. I explained this to him and told him that I could get the money to him the next day but I couldn't find the check book (I wasn't able to use my ATM card because there was an issue with it; due to the move I hadn't had time to get to the bank for them to give me a new card). Dave was irritated and left, but told me he would be back in two days to do the work. Of course, he never showed, nor did he call. When I called him, he told me he would get back to me after the 4th of July weekend. Of course, he never got back to me. Thank fully, I found someone else that afternoon who came over the next day, fixed the leak and put up all of the shelving, so I wasn't completely screwed. What angered me is that Dave should have been up front and honest. He could have just said "Listen, I just wasted my time driving over here and you can't even pay me. So I'm sorry, but I won't be able to come back". Dave, YOU wasted MY time by having two weeks prior to MY move to make repairs and you just blew it off until I physically moved into my house, when again, you left me hanging. You also apparently did not know what your were doing with regard to the plumbing issue.Would I recommend you to others? Heck no. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/fremont/dave-and-louanns-homeimprovements-reviews-6276481.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Professional Building Services","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jordan N."},"reviewBody":"Best company ever.. Couldn't be happier with the experience of our basement remodel."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/salem/professional-building-services-reviews-443695.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Extra Time Enterprises LLC Plumbing & Heating","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Suzanne T."},"reviewBody":"I am beyond grateful... Realized in the morning that my kitchen sink was leaking through the disposal. He answered my call, troubleshooted and said he would be out that afternoon, which he was. He was, again, responsive, efficient, thorough and professional. I will be calling again and have recommended to others. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/windham/extra-time-enterprises-llc-plumbing-and-heating-reviews-1934534.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"American Contractor","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jeanne C."},"reviewBody":"Chris stepped in when I was left high and dry at the last moment by another handyman. We had only just moved in to a new home, and the faucet was leaking and required replacing. Chris returned my call in a timely manner; He stated he would be over at 8 a.m. to look at the work required and he was exactly on time. Chris looked at the work needed, gave me an estimate as to time, and promptly began the job. The faucet was a heck of a hassle as it had been there for decades and was severely corroded. The shelves look great, and the basement toilet is now running wonderfully. :) I have asked Chris for an estimate on larger jobs. I have a bow window that I would like replaced, along with the sill; There is an attached porch in the back of the house which I would like to have taken down to the frame and rebuilt. Eventually, I want to rebuild the attached one-car garage and foyer area, bump out our kitchen, and rebuild into a two car garage with a bonus room. We will see if Chris is up to these jobs and I will update as necessary. Overall I found Chris to be highly professional, timely, honest, and a contractor who knows what he is doing. Would I hire him again? You betcha! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/derry/american-contractor-reviews-7324125.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Lavoie Scott Construction LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Laurie R."},"reviewBody":"Scott came by while I was at work and checked my roof and quickly discovered the reason for my leak. He called immediately to explain clearly what he could do and how he would do it. He sent me an estimate on repairing my vent stacks after the plumber moved one and stuck to that price. He had also made a special trip by to make sure the snow was off the roof before anymore work was going to get done. When the repairs were completed he explained what had been done and what else to look for during the winter months. He was very helpful! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/nh/derry/lavoie-scott-construction-llc-reviews-7436389.htm"},"position":10}]}
Basement Leak Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in Danville, NH
We purchased our house back in late April 2021. During the inspection process, we found a leak above the garage. Southern New Hampshire Plumbing and Heating was hired to fix the leak. Eric from Southern New Hampshire Plumbing and Heating came out on April 23rd 2021 to fix the leak above our...
Clayton S.
5.0
08/2019
Rob and his partner were very professional and thorough. He fixed my leaking faucet even though he was hired for checking the well pump. I would highly recommend Rob Roy!
I had used Dave's services once before while living in Chester, to have a screen door put in, and that seemed to go fine although he did have to return to fix a small issue because it hadn't been done correctly the first time. I called upon him again when I purchased a home in Derry. There...
Jordan N.
5.0
10/2013
Best company ever.. Couldn't be happier with the experience of our basement remodel.
Suzanne T.
5.0
09/2013
I am beyond grateful... Realized in the morning that my kitchen sink was leaking through the disposal. He answered my call, troubleshooted and said he would be out that afternoon, which he was. He was, again, responsive, efficient, thorough and professional. I will be calling again and have...
Scott came by while I was at work and checked my roof and quickly discovered the reason for my leak. He called immediately to explain clearly what he could do and how he would do it. He sent me an estimate on repairing my vent stacks after the plumber moved one and stuck to that price. He had...
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."
Chris T on November 2021
Erickson Foundation Solutions is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, sump pump installation and maintenance, concrete lifting & leveling, as well as radon mitigation. When it comes to problems or ongoing issues in your basement, we offer permanent solutions! We are a family owned business that began in 1979, proudly serving New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."
Vision Business support has been providing our services for almost 30 years. Telephone and data cabling, office relocations , renovations and maintenance we now offer our renovation and repair services to residential property owners!
"Fantastic Experience, attention to detail was amazing! If you want a quality job, look no further... Rick will get it done for you."
James R on October 2024
Vision Business support has been providing our services for almost 30 years. Telephone and data cabling, office relocations , renovations and maintenance we now offer our renovation and repair services to residential property owners!
"Fantastic Experience, attention to detail was amazing! If you want a quality job, look no further... Rick will get it done for you."
Groundworks, previously Rescon Basement Solutions, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Everything went very well. Josh, Dave and Tommy were very professional, efficient, and always willing to answer any questions I had. I can't recommend them highly enough."
Ken C on August 2025
Groundworks, previously Rescon Basement Solutions, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Everything went very well. Josh, Dave and Tommy were very professional, efficient, and always willing to answer any questions I had. I can't recommend them highly enough."
Want your weekends back! We can help with all your projects large and small. Specializing in all phases of construction, full remodeling, repair & handyman work. Call us today for a free estimate. Now servicing southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts
"John was excellent and I highly recommend him. He rebuilt our breezeway and installed a beautiful wood ceiling in our family room. In particular, John: - was immediately responsive to our request for a quote; -provided the quote when he said he would; - followed up and answered questions we had; - provided an additional quote based on changes we made; - started the project when he said he would; - showed up every day; - minimized any inconvenience to us while working; - worked neatly and cleaned up every day; - completed the project on time and on budget! Working with John was a very pleasant experience. He is friendly, courteous, professional and an excellent communicator. His mantra is to make the customer happy. He checked with us at each stage of the project to be sure we were pleased. He is very detailed oriented and his work product is top notch. We would, and plan to, use John for future projects."
Pamela Z on January 2025
Want your weekends back! We can help with all your projects large and small. Specializing in all phases of construction, full remodeling, repair & handyman work. Call us today for a free estimate. Now servicing southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts
"John was excellent and I highly recommend him. He rebuilt our breezeway and installed a beautiful wood ceiling in our family room. In particular, John: - was immediately responsive to our request for a quote; -provided the quote when he said he would; - followed up and answered questions we had; - provided an additional quote based on changes we made; - started the project when he said he would; - showed up every day; - minimized any inconvenience to us while working; - worked neatly and cleaned up every day; - completed the project on time and on budget! Working with John was a very pleasant experience. He is friendly, courteous, professional and an excellent communicator. His mantra is to make the customer happy. He checked with us at each stage of the project to be sure we were pleased. He is very detailed oriented and his work product is top notch. We would, and plan to, use John for future projects."
TOWNE Home Services is a 40+ year, multigenerational, family-operated company run by good people, doing good work, for customers like you! Through comprehensive consultation, we share a lifetime of experience and judicious recommendations to help customers to realize their real estate improvement vision, in the same manner as we would our own. At TOWNE Home Services, we take great pride in delivering excellent service, results, and becoming your trusted resource for all your real estate needs. Call or Click TODAY to learn more!
"Awesome. Eric and crew showed up on time and delivered professional quality with attention to detail. They were on budget and went out of their way to protect my new carpet. Will absolutely use them again"
John B on July 2025
TOWNE Home Services is a 40+ year, multigenerational, family-operated company run by good people, doing good work, for customers like you! Through comprehensive consultation, we share a lifetime of experience and judicious recommendations to help customers to realize their real estate improvement vision, in the same manner as we would our own. At TOWNE Home Services, we take great pride in delivering excellent service, results, and becoming your trusted resource for all your real estate needs. Call or Click TODAY to learn more!
"Awesome. Eric and crew showed up on time and delivered professional quality with attention to detail. They were on budget and went out of their way to protect my new carpet. Will absolutely use them again"
DCL is dedicated to Providing Reliable Custom Home Renovation Services Since 1999. Serving both residential and commercial markets for over 20 years, we’ve provided skilled and reliable services to general contractors and homeowners in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are fully insured, well-equipped and trained to handle projects on various types of structures. Our team of professionals employs high standards of quality and cleanliness to ensure that every project exceeds our client’s expectations. Focused on providing superior results at competitive rates, our team will provide you with an honest assessment of the job and give you an estimate that is in line with market standards. DCL strives to give you more value for your money by pairing our services with fantastic customer service. We are more than happy to promptly address your concerns about any project. We also understand the importance of your time. That’s why we get the job done right the first time! Contact US for a free estimate!!
"Worked quickly and did a great job!"
Raja K on February 2024
DCL is dedicated to Providing Reliable Custom Home Renovation Services Since 1999. Serving both residential and commercial markets for over 20 years, we’ve provided skilled and reliable services to general contractors and homeowners in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are fully insured, well-equipped and trained to handle projects on various types of structures. Our team of professionals employs high standards of quality and cleanliness to ensure that every project exceeds our client’s expectations. Focused on providing superior results at competitive rates, our team will provide you with an honest assessment of the job and give you an estimate that is in line with market standards. DCL strives to give you more value for your money by pairing our services with fantastic customer service. We are more than happy to promptly address your concerns about any project. We also understand the importance of your time. That’s why we get the job done right the first time! Contact US for a free estimate!!
Groundworks, previously Busy Dog Basement Technologies, specializes in helping homeowners with their waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space, and remodeling needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement. MA HIC 164895
"John McLaughlin or w.e his name should be embarrassed on how he treats his customers and workers ."
Mike P on September 2025
Groundworks, previously Busy Dog Basement Technologies, specializes in helping homeowners with their waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space, and remodeling needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement. MA HIC 164895
"John McLaughlin or w.e his name should be embarrassed on how he treats his customers and workers ."
Here at XCC Pro Builders we specialize in producing quality built projects. We have been in business since 2014 and do a wide range of projects additions, decks, siding, new construction, windows, kitchen and bathroom Renos. you name it we will take care of it. We have a great upbeat knowledgeable staff that love what they do.
"We are very impressed with XCC and their team. Our property is very challenging and there was now solid ground where the deck was being installed. XCC built us an amazingly beautiful and solid retaining wall. We absolutely love our deck. They even went ahead and added an extra landing for my elderly mother to take a rest on. We will definitely be calling them again when we are ready to update the deck on the main house."
Kristina L on February 2025
Here at XCC Pro Builders we specialize in producing quality built projects. We have been in business since 2014 and do a wide range of projects additions, decks, siding, new construction, windows, kitchen and bathroom Renos. you name it we will take care of it. We have a great upbeat knowledgeable staff that love what they do.
"We are very impressed with XCC and their team. Our property is very challenging and there was now solid ground where the deck was being installed. XCC built us an amazingly beautiful and solid retaining wall. We absolutely love our deck. They even went ahead and added an extra landing for my elderly mother to take a rest on. We will definitely be calling them again when we are ready to update the deck on the main house."
At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.
"We needed a skylight installed in our bathroom, and MMP did an excellent job--we are very happy with it! The team was friendly and worked quickly and efficiently to get it done before it got dark, and the quality of their work was excellent. Matt was very friendly and nice to communicate with as well, and always responded right away. I highly recommend MMP Construction to anyone looking for great quality work and excellent customer service."
Nathan S on November 2022
At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.
"We needed a skylight installed in our bathroom, and MMP did an excellent job--we are very happy with it! The team was friendly and worked quickly and efficiently to get it done before it got dark, and the quality of their work was excellent. Matt was very friendly and nice to communicate with as well, and always responded right away. I highly recommend MMP Construction to anyone looking for great quality work and excellent customer service."
Nathan S on November 2022
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Basement Leak Repair questions, answered by experts
In most cases, standard homeowners insurance policies cover water damage from sudden, accidental damage, like burst pipes and leaking appliances. However, water damage caused by flooding, groundwater seepage, or heavy rain is likely to be excluded from coverage. Check your policy to be sure, as some plans include opt-in flood insurance coverage. Certain companies also allow homeowners to add an optional water backup endorsement to a policy.
While both a channel drain and a French drain serve a similar purpose, a French drain is designed to prevent groundwater from causing flooding issues. This type of drain system goes underneath the soil and is completely surrounded by soil and rock. A channel drain, also called a trench drain, removes surface water before it ever enters the ground—hence the concrete and above-ground installation method.
The easiest methods for waterproofing your basement include installing a gutter system to direct excess runoff away from your foundation and grading the soil away from your home to pull water away from the concrete. In some cases, these methods alone can be enough to eliminate water intrusion and moisture problems in your basement. If you have excessive rainfall in your area, though, you might need to employ more complicated solutions, like installing a French drain and a dehumidification system inside.
It depends on what caused your basement flooding, the extent of the problem, and the risk of the flood continuing. If your flood is coming from a septic system or sewer line, breathing in the sewer gasses can be dangerous, so you should vacate. If the flood occurs from an ongoing natural disaster, relocating to a safe area might be wise. If you just have a plumbing leak or rainwater coming in, you can likely stay in the house if you don’t have electrical lines down there, but make sure you call in professionals to fix the issue immediately.
In some cases, operating a snake can damage your drain and pipes. This depends on the overall condition of your pipes and how gently you operate the auger. For instance, older galvanized pipes covered in zinc are susceptible to scratches when using a drain snake. Additionally, it’s common for newbies to apply too much force when extending the snake, leading to scratches and related damage. You can also crack the porcelain with an electric auger if you’re snaking a toilet drain. If you’re using a manual snake or auger, the risk is minimal.
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The Danville, NH homeowners’ guide to basement leak repair services
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