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Avatar for Carolina Energy Conservation, LLC
Carolina Energy Conservation, LLC
4.2(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Olanta, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He actually pointed out to me that I needed more insulation over the whole home as over a period of time it packs down. So I let him do the whole home as well as garage that I had originally wanted a quote on."
Kitchen Solatube Before
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Leaky Can Light
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Master Bedroom (Before Solatube Install)

+22

Response time1 day
88 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.
4.5(
41
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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%
10 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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+2

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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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

The best ventilation for a crawl space is a fully encapsulated crawl space with its own separate ventilation system. If you go this route, ensure you have the proper crawl space code requirements done and dusted before encapsulating your crawl space with a moisture barrier and installing appliances that may not be up to the proper specs.

Several types of insulation are effective for crawl spaces, with spray foam and rigid foam boards being two of the best options. Closed-cell spray foam insulation is a strong choice because it effectively repels moisture, resists biological growth, seals the air, and provides excellent thermal protection, especially in hard-to-reach areas. Rigid foam insulation boards are another excellent material as they insulate well, resist water damage, and will not settle over time like fiberglass or cellulose.

The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

Yes, the air from a damp basement can travel up into your living area through a process called the stack effect, so moisture, mold spores, and other debris in your basement air can all decrease your indoor air quality on your main floors. Additionally, damp basements can promote the rotting of building materials, which can damage flooring, insulation, and framing on your first floor in addition to materials in the basement.

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