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Avatar for Foundation Recovery Systems
Foundation Recovery Systems
4.3(
314
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dowell, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Randy Smith with Foundation Recovery Systems in the St. Louis area provided fantastic customer service! Knowledgeable about the products, thorough with explanations/inspections/processes, easy to talk with and ask questions."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

569 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Shane's Plumbing, LLC
5.0(
6
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dowell, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forwards to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Progressive Restoration
4.8(
29
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dowell, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcus was absolutely great.  He was one of the only companies that could handle doing all the projects we needed, and to do it in a very high quality manor.  He was prompt when we called, worked hard to squeeze us into his schedule on a rush job needed before we moved in.  His price was not the lowest, but the quality of the work was exceptional.  The exterior paint and door look amazing and I'll discuss the interior work below.
They had to paint an entire 3700 sf house.  They did all the exterior work and interior painting in 2 weeks!  That's it!  Not only that, but it was done with primarily 2 people (Marcus included).  They worked hard and fast; took no lunch at times, and the quality was far superior to many other painters work I've seen.  For the little bit more we paid to go with him, it was worth every cent.  
Marcus was honest and hard working and to make matters better they were on time and got the job done before their estimated time.  Long story short, you get what you pay for and the pride that Marcus takes in his work makes all the difference in the end result."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rardin Plumbing Heating & A/C
4.6(
11
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dowell, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They are excellent. I am a truck driver and not home very much. I needed my pipes winterized so they wouldn't freeze. The antifreeze is non-toxic. They drained my hot water heaters, put the antifreeze in. He turned off the water and made sure that it was winterized. I could turn the heat off. I thought it was high until, I realized they used two cases of antifreeze, and it is expensive. They were professional, courteous, and no issues. The price was good. I have no complaints with anything they did. I had to make an appointment, because they are busy. It took a while for them to come out on time and they showed up on time. Everything was good. They provided a good quality service at a reasonable price."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GMI
4.3(
6
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Dowell, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Bring imagination to realization with a touch of orientation. We are a family owned and operated business that believes quality bring quantity and value to the business.

Handymen Project
Handymen Project
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Handymen Project

+13

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Dowell, IL

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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