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Avatar for Everdry Waterproofing of Upstate New York
Everdry Waterproofing of Upstate New York
4.6(
617
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our Waterproofing system was installed 5 years ago. The exterior drain oipe from the sump pump needed to be replaced. The crew, Chris and Will, showed up on time, knew what needed to be done and completed the job quickly and efficiently. We were very satisfied with the job."
Trucks
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Locktight Waterproofing Corp
Locktight Waterproofing Corp
4.5(
49
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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About 6 men did the work. They were very organized. They covered the path from the door to the basement where the inside work was done. They were polite, professional. The foreman kept us abreast of progress. He did took seriously questions that my wife and I had. He did not talk down to my wife. They moved and covered up everything in the basement with plastic. I had moved a lot of  stuff out ahead of time. They dug about a one foot wide trench along the inside  perimeter of the basement, installed drain pipe and re-cemented with several vents. The pipe runs to the new sump pump. They did repairs and drainage on the outside perimeter as well. Everything was hooked up to pre-existing storm drains. The work took three days.

My only mild complaint is that the utility sink in the basement pitches slightly forward, and so it does not drain as completely as it should. I did not ask them to fix it.

We had this done in response to water in the basement. We did not have a sump pump prior to this and had 9 inches of water in the basement last February. We have not had much rain, and so I cannot verify that all is OK, but it seems to be at this point.


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Clay drain tile removal.  FACT: With WNY being an older development in most areas, clay drain tile was used in the basements to lower the water table.  Over time, clay deteriorates which leaves you with cracked, broken and defective drain tile.  This leads to water backing up into your basement causing mold, mildew & damage to your foundation.
Basement Foundation Crack (Poured Concrete)
Basement Foundation Crack (Block Walls)
LockTight does it right by calling before we dig. We hand dig to protect your lawn, sidewalk, landscaping and underground utilities.

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roy's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Roy's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.4(
509
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim the plumber on the job was on time and very professional.  He looked at the problem (roots blocking the storm drain) and spent several hours drilling out a clear waterway to the main line in the street.  He indicated that a more thorough cleaning through power blasting would be necessary to get it running through a larger opening and that the roots of the tree in the front of the house may have disrupted the clay pipes.  We scheduled the power cleaning for the following week.  He offered discounts with the purchase of a protection plan which reduces the service call charges and provides additional discounts on work in the future and since I just bought the house and know I have more jobs that will need to be done in the next year I took advantage of the deal.
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+2

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Frank's Mr. Plumber
Frank's Mr. Plumber
5.0(
8
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

You can always count on Frank's Mr. Plumber to get the job done right the first time. \n \nWe offer 24/7 service to our valued customers, including holidays and weekends, because we believe you deserve to live in comfort at all times. Please let us know how we can assist you with your plumbing needs.

Pipe Fitting
Washer & Dryer
Our Plumber, Leo!
Washer & Dryer
Toilet Clog

+7

376 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Infinity Home Plumbing
Infinity Home Plumbing
3.9(
27
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jim, the owner of this company, responded to my call quickly and was at my house within an hour. My problem was the main drain in the basement was clogged, causing water to back up in my wash tub. Jim quickly snaked out and cleared the clogged drain pipe at a very reasonable charge. He also rerouted the pipe leading from my backup sump pump to the outside of my house. The way it was initially installed would have caused my basement to flood if it was ever activated. The final charge, again, was very reasonable. The quality of Jim's work and patience in explaining things to me was awesome! He even wrapped some kind of special tape around the end of my hose so that a new nozzle screwed on tightly. He is now my new plumber! Thanks, Jim!"
New sewer line
New hot water tank
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Foundation Drain Installation FAQs, answered by experts

The least expensive basement waterproofing methods include grading soil away from your home, installing downspout extenders on your gutter system, and applying a waterproof paint on the interior of the foundation walls. Installing a French drain is a relatively inexpensive method if you do the work yourself, although it’s labor-intensive and can be challenging to install properly.

A sewage ejector pump is necessary if you have any plumbing fixtures, such as a bathroom, laundry room, or sink, located below the level of your home's main sewer line. Standard plumbing relies on gravity to move wastewater and solid waste to the municipal sewer or septic tank. However, for fixtures located below grade (e.g., in a basement), gravity is not sufficient.

The purpose of a sewage ejector pump is to actively pump this wastewater and solid waste upward into the main sewer line. Without an ejector pump in this situation, wastewater would have no way to exit and would eventually back up, causing a sewage overflow or flooding in your basement. If all of your home's plumbing is on the main floor or higher, gravity can handle the drainage, and an ejector pump is not needed.

The cost to install landscape drainage varies widely based on the scope of the project and the severity of the drainage issues. Typically, this project’s cost falls somewhere between $2,000 and $7,000 overall. Small-scale projects or simple fixes may start at the lower end, while more extensive and complex solutions could reach the higher end of the range. To get an accurate estimate, you should obtain quotes from multiple companies, as they will assess your specific needs and provide a customized cost estimate based on the work required.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

No, homeowners insurance policies do not typically cover sump pump installation. However, some companies may offer incentives in the form of discounts or reduced premiums if homeowners install sump pumps. Insurance companies do this because sump pumps can reduce water damage claims. You may also be able to obtain enhanced water-backup coverage after installing a sump pump.

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