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Drain Unlimited, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Brighton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cyrus is an honest man with high integrity. I trusted in my home while I was at work. He is fair with his rates and his work is well done. He is reliable and takes pride in his work. I would highly recommend Drain Unlimited! If, I could rate him a 10 I would."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ENNIS PLUMBING LLC
4.9(
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Serving Brighton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James and his son provide top-notch work and are an absolute pleasure to work with. I asked them to do a major upgrade on the house’s pipes and drains, and couldn’t be happier with the results, efficiency, professionalism, can-do attitude and responsiveness. I had minor other issues about 8 weeks later and James answered the call immediately and solved those items also. It goes without saying we’re now friends and the levels of trust are complete. He’s gone on to do work for my cousins and aunt, both on short notice and with completely satisfactory results. His quality of work is, basically, perfect. Thanks, James, for making my time in Denver working on my projects a success."
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Affordable Radon Solutions, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Brighton, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt and Tyson were awesome. On time, professional, respectful of property, solved tricky sump pump install. Knew codes. Efficient, clean, good electronic system for appointments, reminders, etc."
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Response time2 days
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
4.7(
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Serving Brighton, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had blockage in one of our main drain pipes, causing water to back up in the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and washing machine drain. Jason was able to get to our house within an hour and had it fixed in less than an hour. Overall a very easy process and easy to work with."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Last Repair
4.6(
132
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Serving Brighton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jesse did the french drain around the house with added sump pumps to take the water away from the house. He also added the new water break for out side and back flow and series of other jobs. He was so good that I hired him for other jobs as I listed some of them on top. He is professional, knowledgeable, honest, respectful, caring and shows up as he promised. If there was an obstacle he was very communicative about it. His prices were compatible to the market and in some cases lower. I highly recommend him since I had to deal with a lot of other contractors and not any of them had the virtues he demonstrated. I am very satisfied with his work and will hire him for future projects."
Response time9 hrs
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Brighton, CO

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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