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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Amelia, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"AHS is ok. They cover repairs of most everything under the roof of your house. The companies that contract with them are not always the best. You call AHS with the issue, they send a fax to the repair company and give you the contact info. If they don't contact you within 24 hours, you call them. Sometimes they answer, sometimes they don't. When they arrive (usually three days or so later), they service the item. if it has issues within the 90 days, you call AHS again, they are sent out with no charge. If the serviceman decides the unit is unrepairable, AHS will allow you to choose a replacement from their listing (usually not as good as what you have) they will install and remove your old item, or give you wholesale amount to buy and install your own. Prices vary on what you want covered and what you want the copay to be, plus where you live. For me it is 49.99 per month with a 75.00 time of service order. You can have more than one item serviced at the same time under the same fee. If you have a SEAR product the repair guys are great. Not that wild about the other ones they send out. But it is a big savings compared to calling someone on your own. The cost of service is only the 75.00 copay."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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LeFevre's air conditioning and heating
5.0(
3
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Serving Amelia, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a local owned/operated business that is willing to travel wherever needed.\n Quality and affordable same day service. All labor is backed by a 30 day warranty. Will beat any bid on installation.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chaisson Handyman
5.0(
2
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Serving Amelia, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Chaisson Handyman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spaulding Decon
5.0(
1
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Serving Amelia, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We provide professional services such as: biohazard, hoarding, water damage, thorough mold remediation, drug use/lab, and crime scene clean up services to the whole of Louisiana and nationwide.\n\nOur team is committed to providing efficient, discreet, and empathetic services tailored to each unique situation. Whether you're dealing with an urgent clean up need or seeking reliable restoration services, we're here to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

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Trahan's
New to Angi

Serving Amelia, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Trahan’s Heating & Cooling has been dedicated to you and your home for over 28 years. Our experience and commitment allow us to tackle any problem you may have. We prioritize our customers’ comfort above all else in an effort to bring you a convenient fix to your problems.\n\nTrust our team of home service technicians who have worked hard to meet the highest standards in the industry. Our certified experts will treat you and your home with the utmost care and use their expertise to make your home safe and efficient.\n\nYou can’t outrun emergency home repairs, so neither will we. No matter what time of day or night, you can count on us to show up for you. We know the importance of haste and returning your home to working order.\n\nWhen you need people you can depend on, call Trahan’s Heating & Cooling. Our team will always get the job done right – we guarantee it.

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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Amelia, LA

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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