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Arid Basement Waterproofing
4.9(
89
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1963

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Warranties offered

"The previous owner of our property used his French drain installation as a selling point, but shortly after we moved in we found water in the basement after a storm. It turned out that the "French drains" were a trench at the edges of the basement and a sump pump. The drains were not piped to the sump pump. We had Arid install real French drains with pipe to the sump pump well. Thus was in 2005 and we have not had any water in the basement since. Pat explained the job well and his team performed it quickly. They cleaned up well afterwards. The pump finally gave out last night (after almost 12 years). Arid is going to install new one on Friday."
PVC French drain
Trench w/ gravel
Cementing trench
Sump pump
Sump pump with a cover

+1

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dukey's Sewer & Drain Cleaning
5.0(
22
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Arrived on time. Performed work in a professional manner. When first attempt to clear clog showed that clog was not in sink drain line, quickly relocated to crawl space where 1.25 inch copper sink drain line connected to the 2 inch copper drain line that connects to 6 inch cast iron drain line. Worked diligently until clog was removed and proven by sink not backing up and, after flowing hot water, by the 2 inch drain line feeling hot at the point of connection to the 6 inch cast iron pipe and by the sound of the water entering the 6 inch pipe. Checked for leaking sink p trap connections and for the 2 inch plug that was removed to access the 2 inch copper line. Cleaned up work areas."
Camera Inspection
Broken pipes
Bathroom Drains
Roof Vents
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Century Masonry & Waterproofing
4.9(
64
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Situation resolved!!!! This started off as a little bit of water in the corner of the basement but escalated very quickly with the snow melt. Sean was here the same day I called to assess the situation and began work shortly after. They had to chop up the entire perimeter of the basement floor to install the french drains. This is definitely messy work and they never left a mess behind. All the guys were great and the work was well done and in a very timely manor. HUGE amount of stress has been lifted and thank you to Century Masonry and Waterproofing for making the process relatively painless."
The beginning
WaterGuard XL
Final Product
CleanSpace around support pillars
CleanSpace on the floor

+26

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pascale Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.6(
120
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

When your plumbing stops working, you need fast, reliable services. You can get all of that and more, from a dependable professional like Angelo Pascale. Our trusted team will help return your home to normal. We specialize in all your plumbing needs. Call us for a free estimate today.

Recommended by78%of homeowners
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French Drains FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, short hair can clog a drain. While you might be tempted to blame the long-haired people living with you for a clogged drain, hair—no matter the length—can combine with soap scum and leftover shampoo to create a perfect storm of sticky mess that can cause your drain to slow down. 

Regrading your yard can often fix drainage problems. You can also try aerating the lawn to encourage better drainage or install a new drainage system to prevent water from pooling in certain areas.

On average, a plumber will take 30 minutes to two hours to clear a clogged drain. If the clog is located close to the drain or an access point and isn’t severe, the project will take about half an hour. If the clog is deep within your plumbing system or is a severe blockage, it can take two or more hours to remove the clog. For this reason, main line clogs tend to take longer, usually between two and three hours.

There are several signs that can indicate your leach lines are broken, failing, or in need of repair, including puddles of water or a marshy consistency to the ground above or around the pipes, slow drainage or plumbing backups inside your home, and noticeable odors or gurgling sounds coming from your leach field. Keeping your septic system properly maintained, including having your septic tank pumped at regular intervals, can help ensure your leach lines stay in good working order for a long time.

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.

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