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Montani Mechanical Group LLC
5.0(
34
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You're welcome - Highly recommend Mason D. and the Company, MMG (Montani Mechanical Group. LLC) . Both very Professional. Had a water leak under my house. Mason made contact and was on site at Arrival time given. Very Professional. Assessed, situation, explained costs, (showed picture of the leaky pipe) and EFFICIENTLY performed repairs in a timely manner. This made the best of a very stressful situation for me, the home owner. Thanks again. R. Adkins"
After
Lowboy Hot Water Tank Installation
Before and After
After
Drain Cleaning

+38

46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A&P Plumbing, LLC
4.8(
63
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional from first contact. Arrived on time and cleaned up all debris. Levi and helper did excellent work. Would recommend and use company services again."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.5(
55
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have fought and tried getting these people to my home to finish there work and this is what their work looks like in less than a year They say they won?t come because I haven?t paid them the rest of what I owe them but they never finished and was trying to charge me for stuff That they didn?t do. They were supposed to come back a million times I have tried to be patient and when I called the regional office they said they would send someone then canceled it stating because I never paid but they never finished I have there tools including a rotary jack and all the supplies they left because they were supposed to come back and finish it and never did I have a whole section of my house they still haven?t finished. They never dug the ditch the pipe that goes to the one sump pump is laying on top of the ground not in no ditch They never leveled it off like they were supposed to and because the water hasn?t been goi g out the jacks they put in are sinking and my house is worse than before"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
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My jobs

+20

Response time1 day
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MAC Group, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend MacGroup. From the initial estimate to the final walkthrough, everything was handled professionally. They were transparent, responsive, and paid close attention to detail. The quality of workmanship was top-notch, and the job was completed as promised. It’s refreshing to work with a company that actually does what they say they’ll do. "
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Waterproof
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Waterproof

+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A to Z Plumbing, LLC
4.0(
98
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot get a response to texts or calls. I need a receipt for the work that was done. They fixed my problem just fine. I would recommend them, but I need a receipt in order to get reimbursed from my insurance company."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
233 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alford Foundation and Crawl Space Repair
4.4(
81
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Serving Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tech who came walked me through all the damage seen-very thorough. "
Encapsulation and Waterproofed Crawl Space
Dirty crawl space with improper lining
CleanSpace Liner and SmarJacks
CleanSpace Liner
Dirty, vented crawl space

+5

Response time1 day
87 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Charleston, WV

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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