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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.
4.5(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard came out to our house less than 30 minutes after I called for help. He was professional, quick, knowledgeable and friendly. He even installed our new garbage disposal in the kitchen while he was here. I can not thank him enough for rescuing us."
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ben Franklin Plumbing of Florence
4.6(
14
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Florence Plumbing Maintenance, Repairs, and Installation Services\nWhether you’re dealing with the likes of a slow-moving drain, leaking water heater, or full-blown plumbing disaster, you must have a team of professionals you can rely on when your plumbing system fails. When you need a go-to plumber in Florence, turn to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®.\n\nOur team provides authentic and trusted plumbing services to the homeowners in Florence and the surrounding areas. Our team takes the time to understand your plumbing issues and concerns, to better serve you and provide you with a solution that is made to last. We proudly serve Hartsville, Darlington, Effingham, Marion, Timmonsville, and surrounding areas!

excavating, removing & replacing old lines
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replacing lines
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Response time11 hrs
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Rooks Lawn Service
4.5(
30
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

"Chris Rooks is a very professional individual whom I look to for ALL my landscaping needs. He keeps me informed from beginning to end, with cost time and other concerns I may have. He's GREAT!

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New pathway and landscaping
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Trim shrubs and new pine straw.
Grass maint properly, weekly service

+1

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Elite Services LLC
3.9(
77
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called him on a Monday and the job was done by Thursday. Courteous and honest. Used his $425 roof inspection plan. Inspected my whole roof along with the repair work I needed. Buttoned up some siding issues that we also needed. Got the job done for way less than I thought it would be."
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+16

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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KM Works
4.4(
8
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did an excellent job painting the inside and out side my house, installed a security front storm door and repaired my roof. I would recommend Kevin Wheeler highly to do any of your home repairs. He is just not only a handy man, but a handy man who gets the job done in an adequate time frame and to his customer satisfaction."
Wallpaper removal
Handymen Project
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+30

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

The most cost-effective foundation repair is using masonry patches and sealants to seal foundation cracks and offer some support to prevent further damage. These methods are used to fix minor foundation cracks quickly. However, they’re not suitable as a long-term solution, and they only offer minimal stability. On average, masonry patches and sealants cost $500, but a sealant like an epoxy crack injection can total over $2,000. If you’re handy and only looking for a temporary solution until you contact a local foundation repair contractor for a more permanent one, you can save hundreds by DIYing this repair.

Crawl space foundation problems can stem from a few different issues, but the most common are moisture and water problems and soil instability. Moisture and water issues are often a result of poor drainage, which can lead to water intrusion and soil expansion and contraction, leaving your foundation under added stress. A few things can cause soil instability, including poor drainage, karst landscapes and resulting sinkholes, and poorly compacted soil during construction.

You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.

Water damage always poses a primary risk of mold and mildew, but growth is not guaranteed. Whether mold develops depends on several factors, including the severity of the water damage and how quickly the area is addressed. To prevent mold, you must act fast—ideally within the first 24 hours. The process involves cleaning up all standing water and thoroughly drying the affected area. If the damage is extensive, the cleanup was delayed, or you suspect mold might be present, it is safest to assume it has grown and contact a professional mold inspector or removal expert to assess the situation.

You’ll need to reseal the foundation every five to 10 years, depending on the sealant you’ve used, the moisture conditions present in and around your home, and the condition of your foundation. Having a foundation inspection conducted before reapplication can help you catch any problems before you begin resealing. Of course, if you notice any new leaks or other moisture problems at any time, it may be necessary to reseal the foundation sooner.

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