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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
4.1(
910
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rudy replaced the drain pvc pipes under my kitchen sink - as I had asked. He arrived within the time promised. He was knowledgeable of the work, explained it all. He was friendly and completed the job in less time than I thought that it would take. He wore shoe coverings and cleaned up around the kitchen cabinets when he was done. He was COVID conscience - wore a mask and social distanced."
Water Heater Install
Tankless Gas Water Heater Installation
Sewer Slab Leak Repair (Tunnel Job)
Sewer Line Spot Repair
Whole House Water Filtration

+1

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.8(
23
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike L, David L, and Elias V from the San Antonio area came down and did my foundation repair. They were very good at what they do and very professional. I would highly recommend them! Thanks again guys for all your hard work! They had to install 17 piers and made it look easy. Cleaned up and can barely tell they were here. Thanks, Steve"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

+16

316 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Morgan Leak Detection & Drain Cleaning
4.8(
263
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was expecting and prepared to have to tunnel or break concrete, but Morgan Leak Detection came in, located the leak and was able to bypass the bad line and reroute it with only a few simple to patch holes in the drywall. They were able to get a repair I expected to cost $7000 down to $2000. They are definitely not the cheapest guys in town if compared task for task, but they close the gap in service, honesty, and efficiency. I wanted a specialist for my problem and I was willing to pay to get the best. They delivered and I believe saved me a great deal of money in the long run. I had a friend with a similar problem a few weeks ago who got a huge quote from another plumber. I told her to give Morgan a call. Again, they found the leak and were able to perform a reroute that saved her money over the tunneling proposed by the other guy and Morgan was able to get to the job sooner to boot. This is definitely one of those cases of you getting what you pay for. They are a highly skilled company, do quality work, and won't try to jerk you around for more costly or complicated solutions. If you want it fixed right the first time, give them a call."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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R & A Plumbing Services LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Richard came & was very courteous & professional. Job was done perfectly. He even saw my open yard drain & went above & beyond to find a cap for it. We will definitely be using this wonderful company again. God Bless!"
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J Rowe Plumbing
4.5(
106
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The job was more difficult than many because we upgraded from a 30-gallon water heater to a 40-gallon in a closet that was designed for the 30-gallon, so it was a tight fit. Although I had previously removed the door and trim to allow access, the walls remained as they were. The old water heater sat on the floor, and the new code required this one to be elevated 20” and other modifications as well. The plumber produced a neat, very professional installation in a very courteous and friendly manner. Bid was lower than others. I will use J. Rowe plumbing again."
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Mr. Young’s Plumbing LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Youngs called 20 minutes before the scheduled appointment to let me know the technician was on his way. He arrived on time, was courteous and unclogged the kitchen drain line within minutes. This company is contacted with my home warranty service so I cannot comment on their actual price for service, but well worth my $75 fee.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eco Plumbing
4.7(
40
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"Emmanuel came out a week prior to the job to determine the scope of the project. He had to reattach some pipe fittings due to shoddy work done by a previous plumber. He notified me by text on the day of the service of approximately when they would arrive, and again when he was "on his way." They were very quiet and clean, and finished the job within two hours. The charge was very reasonable, and I will use Eco again if I need a plumber!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Alvarado, TX

Most residential pumps draw approximately 1,300 to 2,900 watts when they first start, then settle at roughly 800 to 1,050 watts during normal operation. The exact number depends on the motor’s horsepower and how often the float switch tells the pump to run. Even at the high end, the electricity cost is minor compared with the expense of cleaning up a flooded basement.

Grab a ruler and an empty 18‑inch‑wide pit. During a steady rain, time how much the water rises in one minute. Multiply that depth (in inches) by 60 to calculate gallons per hour, then add 50% for safety. If the result tops 2,100 gallons per hour—about 35 gallons a minute—you’ll need a 3/4‑horsepower unit. Anything lower, and a 1/3- or 1/2-horsepower pump should do the trick.

Loud rattling, constant cycling, or shuddering vibrations are the pump’s way of telling you it’s on its last legs. Musty smells, higher electric bills, and visible rust are other red flags. If the unit is 10 years old or older and exhibits any of these symptoms, replace it before the next heavy rain turns your basement into a wading pool.

You don’t have to hire a licensed plumber, but you should still bring in someone who installs sump pumps for a living—whether that’s a plumber, basement‑waterproofing specialist, or experienced handyman. They know the local codes, can wire the pump safely, and will test the system before they leave. Skipping professional help might void the warranty and could leave you with a pump that fails when you need it most.

Not every basement needs a pump, but if your home sits in a floodplain, has a high water table, or has ever taken on water during a storm, a sump pump is inexpensive insurance. For basements that only struggle with condensation or the occasional damp spot, sealing cracks and improving drainage may be all that is needed.

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