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Avatar for Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
4.8(
561
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Mike was very knowledgeable. He cleared the line and installed a valve that would keep the problem from occurring again. This was after another plumbing firm had given us an estimate for over $800 while Mike fixed the problem and made an improvement for $275. We highly recommend Servant Plumbing."
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+16

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.4(
341
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mitch McFarland came to the house for our yearly inspection of our sump pump and foundation lining we had installed. He was very polite and friendly and answered all my questions. Thanks!"
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+13

Response time1 day
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Reds Plumbing
4.7(
32
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Cody came out promptly, he was very professional and knowledgeable in doing the job. The cost was reasonable for the job and he did more than a Perfect 5 Star rating. I will recommend Reds Plumbing to all my family, friends, neighbors and whoever needs a great plumbing company. Cody is the man! Excellent work and great attitude. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Forest and Wildlife Innovations, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Forest and Wildlife Innovations, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southeast Plumbing & Gas, LLC
4.5(
55
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My family came home Friday night to discover that our septic tank was backing up into our showers. We called every septic tank draining company in the area and we either got voicemail (they were closed), or they didn't come out as far as my house. The earliest I could get someone to commit to was Tuesday (remember, it was a Friday night). I had already called two of the companies Angi recommended. Southeast Plumbing and Gas was the third. Even though septic draining is not normally one of the jobs that this company does, they agreed to come out and save the day for us (in the middle of the night!!). Bryan, the owner, not only drained our tank, but he also repaired and redesigned our septic line for better flow and installed a clean out valve. We are in a better position now than we were when we bought the house!"
Multiple LP Gas Line Installation
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Septic Systems Service and Usage
Water Filtration & Softeners Project

+85

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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American Plumbing Service
4.8(
100
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely well. Very knowledgeable plumber, timely in response, pleasant attitude and prepared to answer any plumbing related questions. Will certainly use again. Quality of work was excellent. Tim goes above and beyond in providing service."
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Tim Cook, owner of American Plumbing Service
Water and Sewer Line

+2

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Crawlspace Medic
4.8(
48
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Serving Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

"Life Savers!! We live in an older house with a very small bathroom. We had a home inspection recently and were altered to some major subfloor, sill and joist damage. We knew it was in rough shape but the inspector used terms like “100% moisture and “previous repairs poorly completed”. I called a few other contractors and remodel companies that started to throw around some huge numbers and timelines to make the repairs. The consensus from them was the tub would have to be removed before they could do any subfloor repairs. In a house with one shower that wasn’t really an option for us. I saw the reviews for the Crawlspace Medic and decided to give them a call. It was the best decision I could have made. Sharon, Paul and Stanley were great; they made the process very easy and efficient from the initial phone call to the installation. Paul came out to do the initial visit (11/14) and assured me he had seen much worse and his company had developed methods to do all the necessary repairs from underneath the house leaving the current bathroom intact. The quote arrived the same day and was extremely reasonable. They got us on the schedule right away (11/20) and on the day of the repairs Nick and his crew arrived on time and were very professional. The job was scheduled for two days but they completed it in one and did a great job. We no longer have to worry about falling through the floor. They also provide a follow up inspection in 90 days and informed us of a couple other minor leaks that were noticed while completing the repairs. Crawlspace medic is a great company and I would 100% recommend them to anyone needing their services."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Columbia, SC

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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