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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

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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for WEATHER-TITE WATERPROOFING INC.
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
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Absolute Waterproofing and Renovation, LLC
Absolute Waterproofing and Renovation, LLC
4.8(
182
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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
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
308
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump 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
627 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

"Roland contacted us promptly and set up an appointment to evaluate within a few days. We described the water problem we were having and he looked into possible causes. After ruling out a couple of things he said that French drains were the way to go. He accommodated our schedule when setting up a date for the work to begin. Work was started on schedule and was completed over three days. The work crew was pleasant and communicative. On some days the number of people working was pretty large. The project consisted of digging a perimeter trench along the basement wall; installing filler fabric, stone, and perforated PVC pipe to exit into a sump pump; installing a sump pump and a battery backup; connecting the sump pump drainage to our municipal storm drain; drilling out the bottom foundation blocks and mounting drain board to the foundation; re-cementing the concrete floor; reconstructing a concrete platform at the foot of our basement stairs that needed to be removed for the trench to be dug; clean up and removal of debris. All of these things were done expertly. The construction area was curtained off to keep dust and debris isolated. In order to run the drain out to the municipal storm drain it was necessary to dig under a section of sidewalk. The workmen targeted a section of sidewalk that was in need of repair already, so we got the benefit of a repaired sidewalk as well! We knew at the outset that this company does not do electrical work. A power line for the pumps had to be installed by another contractor after the drain was completed."
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+14

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Titan Plumbing, Sewer, & Drain, LLC
Titan Plumbing, Sewer, & Drain, LLC
4.8(
603
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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 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We placed a service call through Home Adivisor to secure bids to replace the main water line from the curb to the house. Titan Plumbing won the contract. Jimmy, the owner, was very responsive and had superb customer service. The team worked diligently to ensure that there was minimal affect to our finished basement and we are so pleased with the outcome. He has a great team and they did an awesone job on the clean up as well. They ran a little late and the project went over budget but we anticipated that it may due to the nature of our landscape and other structures. Moreover, we are very satisfied with the outcome and we would not hesitate to hire or recommend Titan Plumbing Sewer & Drain."
Main Sewer Line Replacement
Water Heater
Main Sewer Line Replacement
Main Sewer Line Replacement
Water Heater

+31

Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
124 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Dawson Mechanical Contracting
Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
135
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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

"I had a great experience with this company installing my new boiler. Their pricing was fair compared to other estimates I received. Dave walked me through the entire process and answered all my questions, and his team came in and did a great job with the installation. With so many scammers out there, I truly felt comfortable working with this company and will absolutely use them again in the future."
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+20

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
7 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!

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

Installing a sump pump takes a bit of know-how, but it is possible to do it yourself. You’ll need to familiarize yourself with details like where sump pump water goes to avoid creating new flooding risks. If you’re doing the work yourself, it’s recommended to bring in a pro for a quick inspection afterward so you can be sure your home is protected from any water damage concerns.

A sump pump should be placed at least three feet deep in a pit. The rim of the sump pump basin should be level with your basement floor. If you find your pit is too deep, you can fill the bottom with gravel until the rim of the sump pump is flush with the floor.

Whether to waterproof your basement from the interior or exterior depends on several factors, including your budget.

Exterior waterproofing is generally considered the superior method because it stops water at the source, preventing it from seeping into and damaging your basement walls. This approach offers the most protection, making it ideal if you use your basement for storage.

By contrast, interior waterproofing is often less expensive and requires less labor because the area is more accessible.

For maximum protection against water leakage and moisture, applying waterproofing measures to both the inside and outside is the best solution. However, if you must choose only one, stopping water from the outside is the most effective approach to preserve your foundation and prevent damage.

Some questions you should ask before hiring a plumber or drainage installation company include:

  • Are you licensed and insured?

  • Do you have any customer testimonials I can read?

  • How do you handle unforeseen challenges that occur during the job?

  • Is your fee a flat rate or hourly?

  • Do you do the work, or do you have subcontractors?

  • Is everyone who does the work licensed and qualified plumbers?

  • Is cleanup included in the quote?

  • Do you offer a warranty or guarantee on your work?

The best basement waterproofing method depends on the specific issue causing the water intrusion. For minor problems, simple solutions like installing a properly functioning gutter system to direct runoff away and grading the soil to slope away from your foundation can be effective.

If you have more significant water problems, the solution will need to be more robust:

  • For standing water on the basement floor, a floor drain or a sump pump system may be the best solution.

  • For water pooling around the foundation, installing an exterior French drain can intercept water before it reaches the basement walls.

Other effective waterproofing methods, which can be used depending on your home's specific needs, climate, and soil type, include sealing the interior walls, landscape alteration, installing interior drainage systems, and using a dehumidification system to control moisture levels.

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