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Avatar for Arid Basement Waterproofing
Arid Basement Waterproofing
4.9(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did a great job, thorough, good cleanup and were careful not to make a mess on our main floor. Came back afterwards to flash the french drain to see if that helped reduce our radon levels. Really nice guys, would highly recommend."
PVC French drain
Trench w/ gravel
Cementing trench
Sump pump
Sump pump with a cover

+1

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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WEATHER-TITE WATERPROOFING INC.
4.8(
100
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As I did the first time I used Bob Lindsay's company, I waited six months to write my review. After withstanding nearly 13" of water from Henri and Ida, I cannot recommend this company enough. We used Bob at my first house and decided to use him again when our final walkthrough of our house revealed a wet carpet in the finished basement. Bob's guys replaced the shallow existing window wells with much deeper, galvanized ones, backfilled them with stone and piped them into a perimeter channel drain that was then flashed and cemented to the basement floor height. The sump pump pit was installed and a battery backup system was provided and wired in. The outside grading around the window wells was also redone to slope any surface water away from the foundation. Due to our Radon mitigation system, a polyurethane caulk was also used to seal the system. We remained absolutely bone-dry these last few weeks despite rain falling at 2-3" per hour in some cases. The work is efficient, his guys are extremely friendly and skilled, and despite the messiness of the job, they do a fabulous job cleaning up. There is a certain peace of mind that having this type of work done provides, and you cannot put a price tag on it, especially if you plan on finishing (or refinishing) a basement. At the end of the job, Bob was even kind enough to have one of his guys tie in a 2" piece of PVC from the floor with a cap (which I then drilled a hole in) so I can run my dehumidifier constantly without ever having to empty the bucket. We have since refinished our basement to our liking and know for certain that this was the best home investment we could have possibly made. A friend of ours has also done her entire basement with Weather-Tite and had an equally wonderful experience. Thanks Bob for saving us not once, but twice."
Response time12 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Absolute Waterproofing and Renovation, LLC
Absolute Waterproofing and Renovation, LLC
4.8(
183
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a Sump Pump and French Drain installed, Mold Removal and a major repair to a foundation wall. Absolute Waterproofing and Renovations were highly recommended to me by a gentleman that does business with them everyday. Lou and his guys came when he said they would, finished when they said they would. They protected my house from dust and dirt by covering everything with plastic. The price was the most reasonable in comparison. They were professional, clean and trustworthy. They actually found a gold wedding band that was missing for months and were honest enough to return it to us. I'm 100% satisfied with the the work that was done and highly recommend them!"
Drainage system
Structural renovations
Drainage system
Floor renovations
Drainage system

+48

Response time10 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
308
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They explained their system and the installation process in detail. They were very flexible and worked with our schedule to finish installation of French drain system before sale of house. Extra foundation work was needed, and they did that as fast as possible"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

+15

Response time1 day
360 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for American A-1 Waterproofing
American A-1 Waterproofing
4.7(
148
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough good things about American A-1 Waterproofing. Roland and his team were amazing. I had originally opted to go with another contractor to install a French drain and sump pump, but after exposing the foundation, they got spooked and said they wouldn't perform the work. Roland came by and assured me his team could get the work done and they did not disappoint. Through the initial estimate, permitting, construction and final sign off, Roland and his team were communicative, prompt, clean, and extremely professional. It was an absolute pleasure to work with them!"
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+14

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Dawson Mechanical Contracting
Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
136
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He came at the scheduled time with the proper materials and did the job in highly proficient manner installed the hot water, circulator so that the controls were clearly visible. He explained the operation very clearly. He has my highest recommendation."
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+20

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems
Quality 1st Basement Systems
4.4(
312
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This morning, as scheduled, Damian arrived promptly as promised, to inspect, flood test, clean and maintain our pumping and air- purifying systems.  After Damian had spent approximately two hours making sure everything was operating efficiently and to the proper specifications, he asked if I had any questions or issues of concern that he could address for me. I had none, but appreciate dealing with a professional, polite, technician like Damian. I would not hesitate to ask him back when service on my equipment is needed. Thank you Quality First Basement Systems.  We would highly recommend you to all of our friends and family.
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for International Water Proofing & Construction, LLC
International Water Proofing & Construction, LLC
4.9(
19
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Concrete Foundation - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a family company with 15 years of experience in the construction industry. We specialize in masonry work, concrete work and waterproofing. We will treat your home as we would our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Front Yard & Hardscape
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+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Not all window wells have a formal drain, but they all require a method for water to flow away from the window. Some wells are connected to an interior or exterior drain tile, which is the most effective solution. Others rely on a deep layer of gravel or crushed stone that allows water to filter down into the soil.

However, if a window well lacks a proper drainage system, it can lead to basement seepage, costly water damage, mold growth, and potential foundation damage. This is especially true in areas with heavy rainfall or expansive soil.

If your window well doesn't have a drain or is not draining quickly enough, you have a few options. For gravel-based systems, the stone may have compacted and needs to be improved. For a more robust solution, you can hire a plumber or window installer to connect the well to a drainage system. This can also be a DIY project using a shovel or auger.

A sump pump will drain a flooded basement if it has a horsepower strong enough to remove the water faster than it is entering the room. If you have the wrong type or size of sump pump installed–or if your sump pump has failed–you may need to take additional steps to stop the flow of water or remove it manually.

If your basement often leaks after heavy rain, it’s probably caused by hydrostatic pressure. When the ground is saturated with water, it can put pressure on the exterior of your home’s foundation, causing cracks in the basement wall and pushing water through any existing weak spots. Over time, hydrostatic pressure can cause structural damage to your home.

The difference between an ejector pump and a sump pump lies in their purpose and design—an ejector pump functions to remove liquid gray water and soft solid sewage waste from your home. If you have a laundry room or bathroom in your basement, an ejector pump for your sewage tank prevents sewage from backing up in your washing machine or bathroom’s drains.

A sump pump is designed to remove excess groundwater that may enter your home, either due to flooding or periods of heavy rain.

Yes, a well-maintained sump pump can increase a home's value and make it more desirable to potential buyers; it does not lower property value. By protecting the basement from flooding and water damage, a sump pump provides peace of mind and can make the space usable for storage or as an extra room. For buyers interested in homes with basements, a working sump pump is a significant feature that adds value by ensuring the space is secure and less likely to flood.

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