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Avatar for Keith The Plumber LLC
Keith The Plumber LLC
4.6(
283
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time, drained basement which took several hours, and replaced sump pump. They were very professional and helpful during the whole process. I would definitely use again and would highly recommend."
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+45

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
4.4(
224
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AFS were totally professional! Mold remediation, sump pump installation and French drain along with total encapsulation and dehumidifier. Looks fantastic!! Would recommend to anyone."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

Response time3 hrs
88 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services
4.6(
14
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Honest company! They will assess your problem and not over charge! A kind man came out and showed us what needed to be done. He fixed it at a reasonable cost!"
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Septic Tank Project
Header line repair
Septic Tank Project
Header line repair

+24

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rockin' M Construction
5.0(
6
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Would recommend this company to anyone done excellent work and very trustworthy. The owner is very personable and dose just what he tells you he will very attention to detail! I will be using this company again !!"
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Mr. Starling “Trussville”
Stagg Project
Stagg Project
Mr. Starling “Trussville”

+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iron Mountain Drains & Plumbing
5.0(
5
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was Awesome! They came out and did the work, and they did a Awesome job! I highly recommend them. They told us a time and they were there on time! We even had them to come out and do other work we needed done. Iron Mountain Drains & Plumbing won’t let you down, give them a call, you will be a satisfied customer!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Complete Home Repair
4.9(
38
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"Al was very kind and straightforward. He did initially tried to charge me a little more than the average for the area but after I explained that I had done research for the labor costs and already have materials he got the cost significantly also mention that you found him on Angie's List. I am very pleased with how the floor looks they did a very quick job some very weird layouts because my house is strange though I love its eccentricity. Though it takes a long time to book him because he is usually busy he works very fast, but not sloppily, and the work was completed in approximately 4 days with a small crew of three one of whom was his son. we are almost done with most of our work but I'm a call him back for some minor repairs thing that needs to be completed the only complaint I have is that at least one of the workers is a smoker and I found a few cigarette butts in my yard or in the bushes next to where they were sawing which was not very pleasant. That is a minor complaint though because as contractors go they show up on time and they get the work done and they get the work done well; which, I don't know if you use very many contractors, is unusual and a good thing. Overall I would use them again in a heartbeat and I would suggest them to other people.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Rent-A-Man
4.7(
55
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Serving Cleveland, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Throughout the summer, we've had him come out and do our lawn bi-weekly. On the initial visit, he took the time to ask exactly how we wanted it done and has maintained the same quality of service over the whole summer. He is approachable, kind, understanding and has an excellent attention to detail. We are hiring him for a number of other services around the house and wouldn't choose anyone else! 
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Cleveland, AL

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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