"On April 26, 2021 we used Freedom Plumbing Heat & Air to address a plumbing issue with one of our toilets. I called a few days before that, and they promptly returned my phone call and got me scheduled for service. The gentleman that they sent out was professional and efficient. He removed the stool, replaced & upgraded the wax gasket, replaced the stool, and even addressed a couple of faucet issues I had in the bathroom and kitchen. He did all of this in a little less than an hour. I was VERY impressed with the speed and quality of his work, and the price we were charged was very fair and reasonable. This is going to be the only plumbing company we use going forward."
"Homeadvisor's options did not allow a box for both sidewalks, driveway and long retaining wall. But he did all! Dan deserves a review which reflects his superb work on my home at 6201 So Gove St, Tacoma (the driveway and sidewalks are viewable, but the retaining wall is being covered by bricks slowly! Over 12 contractors called & actually only had bids by 2 on the complicated work (having to estimate dirt volume to move, cement needed, & various changes in the walls & angles to conform with the project. Almost all contractors who were provided the complicated plans did NOT want to in fact try & follow them & make a bid as it was not a simple  wall job, etc.. & thus never bid! Dan patiently spent over an hour review and discuss those plans, take them home , & then make a calculated bid! Dan's estimate was reasonable & he advised what he would require different in the base of the wall so that it did not collapse; I appreciated this advice as even though costing more, a collapsed wall is not something desired & his suggestions were appropriate and accepted and welcomed! I did not know Dan before and will not ever need cement work probably ever again but to help another homeowner feel comfortable in selecting a great cement firm is why I want to post this. There are never enough great professionals at any job and those who are the Âcream of the crop deserve to be mentioned as such! The job: Driveway, sidewalks, driveway 34 ft wide top end drain, approximately 150 feet of various height retaining wall 4 ft or less . The wall has various angles to include small planter garden at entry, etc. Moving dirt and removing as necessary which I had a hard time finding a contractor who would also agree to remove dirt (they just wanted to move some small grading which my project required much more). Professionalism: Dan always listenedto the ideas of the project, & gave great suggestions on changes to assure the concrete wall would not fail. Twice I called the cement plant & the lady working there both times when I mentioned who our contractor was volunteered how nice & polite a person Dan was..to hear that (twice even) was very comforting too. Timeliness: Dan was always on site as promised & let me know ahead of time if they had to have a day off to complete another job which I always appreciated; Dan let me know ahead of time sometimes another project had to be worked on and thus I knew that. However, he was on my site 98% of the time. Other professionalÂs acknowledgement of quality cement work. 2 different brick contractors both notice how superb a job Dan did. They notice how straight the wall was not only vertically but also horizontally which is crucial when placing a brick wall right next to it! To hear other professionals state such really felt great as even though I thought it looked wonderful, these other professionals knew when jobs were done poorly or not up to par and thus was nice to hear their compliments on thiÂs cement w"
"I had completed the same repair on my previous house in the past and it was a simple process. I expected the replacement kit would cost about $20-$40. I was told by their office when I made the appointment that I would be told of any other repairs needed before work was commenced. They replaced the toilet bowl kit and also a short water hose leading into the water tank without talking to me. The total cost over $260 for what I thought would be a simple project. I feel taken advantage of."
"From start to finish Groundworks has been a great company to work with!! Jose and Jeremiah just finished up the Poly Renewal and Darlin, Tyler and Carlos did an excellent job installing the AquaStop Gutter system. All the employees were informed, professional and easy to talk with including Natasha the scheduler. I highly recommend this company."
"I hate home improvement project but Jesus and his crew were amazing. It was not painful at all. Lol Added a french drain , removed and replaced driveway , added an additional driveway and at the last minute added a slab for a storage building all at my residence and in a timely manner. Jesus came by every day to check in, all of the gentlemen that worked on the projects were great. Everything looks amazing the clean up was great I would not be happier."
"Tuter construction was a very professional set of guys. They came in completely prepared for the job and finish in a timely manner. Highly recommend them for any remodel work you need"
We are a small family built company. From humble beginnings in Lamar Colorado, we strive for fair prices with high quality results. Over the course of 13 years, our projects have run from the Rockie Mountains to the Ozarks.
"These guys were incredible! We have been experiencing a large number of earthquakes which makes the necessity of having a sound foundation. They dug at least 4-foot holes in hard clay and still completed the job in a day and a half. Afterwards, they took their time to make sure all windows and doors opened and closed properly. they also measured the floor with a level to make sure it was even. they caulked around all the windows in which they installed the piers. I would highly recommend them for a job well done. Very professional and friendly. they also cleaned the area after completing the job. "
"I had my water heater installed the very next morning, but that day came out and evaluated to ensure no damage to my house if waiting until next day. I would never use anyone else as this company is honest, fair and always tries to do the job in the least impact way to your budget. Wonderful company and people!!!!"
Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts
Ideally, your sump pump discharge should run down a natural downhill slope 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. However, if your property is naturally flat, that might not be an option. Instead, you may be able to discharge it into a neighborhood storm drain or a nearby creek or pond. If that’s not possible, consider burying it underground.
Costs depend on pump type, labor, and site-specific requirements like excavation or drainage lines.
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.
Signs include persistent dampness, mold or mildew presence, musty odors, and visible water stains. If any of these occur, it is advisable to contact a professional for an inspection.
There are a few possible sump pump drainage locations, including a neighborhood storm drain, into a creek or pond, or underground. Don’t let your sump pump water go into your sewer or septic system. Ideally, your drainage spot should be on a downhill slope that’s at least 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. Before choosing a location, check your local codes and regulations.
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