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American Plumbing
4.4(
51
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"American Plumbing did a great job. I actually used them twice and both times they did a great job."
Water cooler repaired.
Cable bundle ran through a sewer line 8' deep.
Kitchen sink drain line that was busted in the slab.
Exposing the 10' deep water leak.
Fire hydrant installation.

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Axis Plumbing LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were outstanding !!! Work and equipment way better than Home Depot and Lowe’s water heater. All new valves, pan, cut off valves, connections etc…. Left the work area clean! I would recommend them."
Steam shower
Steam shower
Tankless Retrofit
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Reliable Plumbing Inc.
4.4(
17
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reliable replaced my sewer line in one day and at a fair price! These guys are true professionals who care about what they do. Great job!!"
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Shower Installation
Water Heater Replacement
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Stewie's All Around Drain Clean Outs
4.9(
106
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

"Great experience! Mike came out on short notice and unclogged my drain in no time. He was diligent in reassembling the pipes and checking for bad gaskets or leaks and imparted a lot of great advice about maintenance and care. Honest, affordable, fast and friendly serviceâ can't beat that! Thanks Mike and Earl and Hunter"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Rick's Plumbing
4.9(
112
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Rick contacted me immediately, set an appointment right away, was extremely professional, did full disclosure on potential problems that might be encountered due to age of plumbing, did the work quickly, and  cleaned up so well it was like he was never there.  He went out of his way to find a replacement tub spout because the original type is no longer available, and he made a second trip to install it by my hoped-for deadline.  I found his bill to be quite reasonable for the time and effort involved.  I have recommended him to others already and am looking forward to having him do some more extensive work in a partial bathroom remodel within the next month or so.  NO complaints at all!
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Intouch Painting Co
4.6(
68
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Serving Baker, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brock met with us very quickly to give us a quote - MUCH less than the previous quote we had received - to paint the interior of the house we just purchased. We were working on a short timeline and needed the house interior painted before our furniture was moved in.  Brock worked with our budget so that we were able to have all the rooms painted that we wanted.  It was very easy to communicate with him and he immediately had a grasp on what we wanted.  The job was finished earlier than expected, and was done very professionally. I was very impressed to see how thoroughly the house was prepped for painting, and how thoroughly everything was replaced.  A couple tweaks were needed and his crew had no problem returning to the house promptly to fix them. Overall a very good experience and we are likely to use InTouch Painting in the future.
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Interior of a custom home
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Baker, 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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