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Avatar for The Drying Company, LLC
The Drying Company, LLC
4.2(
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallSump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Powhatan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work performed. When I had a question I was always called back within an appropriate time. Everyone was knowledgeable and experienced. Installers left the area clean after work was done. The only negative was that it took longer than expected to start phase 2 of the work finished. But it was done in a day, once it was started."
Attic Before - Fiberglass Insulation
Water Damage and Open Vents
Before Crawl Space - Mold on Joists
Attic Air Sealing
Mold in Crawl Space

+132

Response time1 day
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Commonwealth Plumbing
4.9(
10
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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Powhatan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We specialize in plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JES Foundation Repair
4.0(
756
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Powhatan, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The most recent visit was for the annual check-up and service of a crawlspace lining, dehumidification and sump-pump system installed 8 years ago. The system has done a marvelous job of keeping the crawlspace dry and the annual service by well-trained technicians has been excellent."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

230 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Underground Services First
4.9(
50
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Powhatan, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Underground via e-mail and got a call from the owner, Ms Holt. She was going to have the office contact me. JoAnn the office manager contacted me to see what dates would work for the assessment of the job. We were not charged for the assessment visit. I must say from the office to the Technician Bruce and his team, we were extremely happy! So helpful. Bruce arrived on schedule. He let me know he would flush the pipe and run a camera thru the pipes to diagnosis the problem, what the price would be. Great news, the pipe was clean, and whole. No tree roots. The problem was caused by the secondary pipe being jammed into the main pipe blocking it from functioning properly. So the secondary pipe was installed incorrectly, causing us a lot of damage. Bruce made a small hole in the black top where the two pipes were connected installed a ‘Y’ connector and flushed both pipes! It works. Thank you all."
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Sump Pump Installation questions, answered by experts

The most common cause of a clogged sump pump is natural debris buildup. As water enters the sump pit, it can carry small pieces of debris that build up over time, or the debris can get caught in the filter. If you forget to cover the pit after cleaning the sump pump and pit, debris can also collect in the pit. Corrosion on the metal discharge pipe can also clog the pump. Additionally, if your pipes freeze, it can prevent water from draining properly and cause a clog.

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.

There are several things you can do to maintain your sump pump and prevent sump pump problems. For instance, keeping a lid on your sump pit goes a long way in protecting your pump system from silt, sand, dirt, and other debris. When water drains from the outside, such as along your foundation, or with melting snow, water runoff often brings sediment with it. 

Also be wary of corrosion, particularly if your sump pump system is made of metal. Keep an eye out for rust and have it inspected regularly by a plumber or sump pump technician.

Thankfully, you do have a few sump pump backup options in case it fails. One option is a battery-powered backup sump pump. Another option is using a portable backup generator as a power supply for your sump pump. Unlike a battery-powered backup which has limited power, a generator can run around the clock for as long as you need it. 

Or you can opt for a water-powered backup pump, which uses your home’s water supply as a source of power. However, this may not be the best option if you find your house frequently has low water pressure.

The difference between an ejector pump and a sump pump lies in their purpose and design—an ejector pump functions to remove liquid gray water and soft solid sewage waste from your home. If you have a laundry room or bathroom in your basement, an ejector pump for your sewage tank prevents sewage from backing up in your washing machine or bathroom’s drains.

A sump pump is designed to remove excess groundwater that may enter your home, either due to flooding or periods of heavy rain.

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