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Avatar for Pressman Home Services
Pressman Home Services
4.9(
242
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our basement has always been damp and, at times wet when the existing drain system silted up. With this year's high amount of rainfall it needed something better. After some research on the trusty internet and interviews and quotes from 5 different contractors, Paradigm and one other company were the only ones who really seemed to know what they were about. Both quotes were about the same in cost and scope. I went with Paradigm over the other company primarily for the sense of personal responsibility I got from Andy and Ross. As the owners, they clearly take great care and pride in the work their company does from start to finish. The job involved excavation around the perimeter of the basement, including an attached crawlspace and peculiar raised section of the floor. French drains with all the trimmings, including silt filters were installed. The existing sump was improved, a second sump added, and new pumps installed in both wells. The walls were wirebrushed to clear away the efflorescence and mildew, then spray treated. Sump drains were linked to the outgoing sewer hookup (which was a problem, more on this later!). Work was completed in about 2.5 days exactly on schedule. There were two problems that came up, both resolved satisfactorily. Firstly, the drop cloths that did a superb job keeping the house dust-free on day 1 ended up releasing the accumulated dirt and fine silt into the air on days 2 and 3 as workmen walked across them, coating the ground floor with dust. They took extra care in cleaning both before and after day 3, but I didn't identify the source of the problem until late in the 3rd day of work. In the future, I would suggest cleaning, or at least beating dust out of the drop cloths after each day's work. The foreman was responsive and properly apologetic about the problem, and they did a fine job cleaning up as best they could at the end of the job. The second problem came to light a few days later, when I was talking with my neighbor. It turns out that sewer hookups for sump pump drainage were explicitly *not* allowed in our area of New Castle County. The patchwork of municipalities, neighborhoods, towns, and the City of Wilmington makes this a non-trivial question, as some places forbid these clear water hookups, some allow them, and some even encourage them! Paradigm had initially gotten incorrect information when they inquired, but confirmed that the hookup would have to be removed to pass code in our specific location. They returned to move the discharge lines, and ran them out to grade on the exterior of the house. This ended up causing another problem: a couple days later I started hearing a loud "glugging" noise coming from the discharge line on the rear pump, which was not draining properly. We had a battery backup pump on the old sump pump, which Paradigm was happy to re-install on the new pump. However, the check valve on that 5 year old, consumer grade backup had started to fail and could not support the much larger column of water in the retrofitted discharge plumbing. Andy and Ross came out twice more to fix this problem, once to figure out what was actually happening and a second time to remove the faulty pump, and to shorten and properly pitch the discharge pipe. I was impressed by the owners' responsiveness and professionalism in addressing these problems, and have confidence they will similarly resolve any issues, however unlikely, that may arise in the years and decades to come."
replaced section of broken sewer line
finished up a french drain installation
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+7

Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Basement Gurus, LLC
4.7(
205
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dan and his team were both efficient and knowledgeable. They installed a french drain sump pump and made repairs to our footings at our residence three years ago and not a drop of water since then! Thats why we recommended them for the work we recently did at our church. The crew installed a complete system with two sumps and pumps in two days! From start to finish they did an outstanding job at competitive prices using quality materials. The clean up was amazing as well! Except for the new concrete, you would never know all of the work that was involved! I highly recommend Dan and the Basement Guruâ s for all of your water infiltration/foundation needs!!! You wont be disappointed!!!"
100 Ft 4 inch HDPE to drywell
Concrete Replacement
Egress Installation
Walls After Wall Pin Installation
After Concrete has been removed

+339

Response time1 day
541 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Dry Tech Waterproofing Solutions
4.5(
272
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a wall in my basement that was filing up with water from runoff outside. The wall started leaking into my basement. The crew jackhammered a trench along the wall in my basement and installed a drainage pipe, fill and a sump pump. They cemented over the trench and it looks like they were never here. Lots of rain since then and my basement is dry. Timely and professional- highly recommend"
Digging out the area
Filling in the crack
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Insulation board is placed over the Water Shield
Water Shield

+24

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unique Indoor Comfort
4.6(
678
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We could not be happier with choosing Unique Indoor Comfort for our new HVAC system. We found this company by being referred by a client of my husbands. The original duct work in our house was extremely undersized, over working our unit and not creating good airflow to reach the third floor of our town home. Reni came out to our home, and took the time to explain to me options with Unique to really make our new HVAC unit/system efficient and comfortable temperatures in our house. I really appreciated his kindness and patience with me with all my questions. Unique was able to get us scheduled within a week or finalizing the contract, just in time in end of April when the first heat wave hit. It has been almost two months now since Henry and Matt installed our new HVAC system (they both were friendly and did an excellent job) and we are truly enjoying it. With a new baby in the house, it is a relief to have this new unit and ability to cool down our house quickly and efficiently. I know it is a lot interviewing and getting quotes from different HVAC companies - it is a big investment. This company truly stood out for us and were able to work with our budget and our needs for our home. They were the only company who proposed how we could add an additional vent to allow more airflow, and to redo the duct work to the proper sizing for our house and up to code. We are very grateful and HIGHLY recommend Unique. Thank you Reni, Matt and Henry again!"
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Done Right Today, Inc.
4.8(
601
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional. I had a sump pump and backup pump installed as well as a hot water heater. Both guys did a great job. Both items are working beautifully. My husband and I could not be more pleased. Done Right Today will be the company we call with our next plumbing problem."
Water Heater Install
Done Right Today
Parked at a customers house for repair work.
Done Right Today
AC Repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
861 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Worthington Basement Health Systems
4.6(
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1962

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had numerous issues with water in our basement in the 5 years we owned our home, it was not an easy fix and we received numerous ideas and quotes. The rep from Worthington came out and was amazing, did not try and up sell us, and identified and fixed every problem. Worthington was not the cheapest firm we spoke with but would you really want the guy with the lowest price for a job like this? We would recommend this company emphatically."
step one - drainage
step two - rainscreen
step three - HDPE encapsulation
finished product
Glentronics Pro Series Pumps

+22

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mattioni Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
341
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Serving Ardmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1948

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellently - John M was the definition of professional, start to finish. My lower element went out on my 26 year old tank. I tried to get the old one out and realized I didn't want to deal with it. It had that feeling of something that would end in blood and swearing. I called Mattioni's around 3:10 on the Tuesday before Christmas and by 3:55 John arrived. After putting on shoe covers we went to the basement to have a look. He quickly convinced me that, aside from possibly not being able to get the old element out, there was no warranty on the new one since the system was so old. I quickly came to my senses and asked if he could put in a new system, like now. He said sure, went out to the truck and got his gear. First thing he did was put a runner down from the front door, down the steps and into the laundry room. (Ask me about the previous contractor who was drilling through concrete in my basement for over 1/2 hour and didn't bother the put a drop cloth down, close the door OR use a vacuum to suck up the dust). John called the shop and had a new heater delivered. They VERY carefully dollied it down the steps and navigated the rather tight quarters to get it in the same room, then VERY carefully carted off the old one. He put in a new shutoff valve, expertly soldered in the new tank and hooked it up. All in under about two hours. When my wife and daughter got home about an hour later, they, holding their breath asked how it was going. I was thrilled to tell them it was done. No complications, no mess, no hassles.
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Ardmore, PA

A standard sump pump installation takes two to four hours to complete. The process includes creating or preparing the sump pit, positioning the pump correctly, connecting drainage lines, and setting up electrical components. Installation time may vary depending on your home's specific conditions and whether you're replacing an existing pump or installing a completely new system.

Permit requirements for sump pump installation vary by location. Some municipalities require permits for new installations, particularly when they involve electrical work or modifications to your home's drainage system. It's always best to check with your local building department before beginning installation to ensure compliance with regional regulations and avoid potential penalties.

On average, pedestal sump pumps last 20 to 25 years, while submersible pumps last five to 15 years. However, a manufacturer's warranty can provide guidance on expected lifespan. Consider replacement if you notice unusual noises, frequent cycling, or visible corrosion. Regular maintenance can help maximize your pump's operational life, but replacement is advisable as your unit approaches the end of its expected service period.

Most standard homeowners' insurance policies don't cover sump pump installation as it's considered a preventative measure rather than a response to covered damage. However, some insurers offer additional water damage coverage options that might include sump pump-related protection. Review your policy details or consult with your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage limitations regarding water management systems.

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