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Avatar for Warren and Son's Plumbing
Warren and Son's Plumbing
4.8(
82
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Brandon showed up when he said he would. He is very polite and extremely knowledgeable plumber. He quickly and efficiently installed a new garbage disposal. He also found and fixed some other problems. He completed the work quickly and his fee was very fair and resonable. I highly recommend this business and believe it will be very successful"
Response time7 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair
4.2(
79
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a flood for the first time in the crawlspace and basement. I called Regional Foundation & Crawlspace Repair to come out. They wanted 27K for crawlspace encapsulation, that was too much and I could do most the work myself. I instead paid them $5,000.00 to bury a geodrain and install a triple safe sump pump system. This is the job they did, they installed the sump pumps at the 3rd to lowest point in the crawlspace and this geodrain goes back and forth from uphill to downhill. The lowest point still allows water to flood downstairs. They also cracked a chunk of my foundation at the point of sump pumps egress. Outside they just threw rocks on ground were the water comes out and can get back into the ground to reenter the crawlspace. They got 1 star because the people were nice, their job was not. Update as of 4/23/2024 they contacted me and said they wanted to make sure everything was good. A Girl and guy came out and noticed a couple things I didn't and said they would fix it that their company does not do work like that. They dug up all the previous geodrain and moved it to walls, tried to level out the drain and changed the location of the pumps and the drain outside. She had a really good work ethic and never took a break. The guy was on the other side of house and think he did good too. Everything they did looked professional and looks like they fixed everything. They had to come back today to finish the work today, but had three of them. It all looks good and they tested everything. They apologized about the old work and were not sure went wrong, but I don't have a negative view of the company now and am satisfied with the work they did. Just nocking one star for the under trained individuals that came the first time, the second crew was great!"
Buckling Wall
Crawl Space Problems
Chimney Cracks
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+9

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
734
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."
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+2

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.4(
119
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tar Heel Basement Systems has done both a foundation stabilization and then a year later, crawl space encapsulation. The James, James, Jeffery, and Terell team was definitely the 'A-Team'. They were all great to work with, pleasant, efficient, and hard-working, and went above and beyond in the quality of their work and attention to detail. Thank You 'A' Team!!"
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

+16

128 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Crawl Space Jam
5.0(
11
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris was very thorough and went above and beyond which is why we chose Crawl Space Jam for our project. We needed full crawl space encapsulation with a dehumidifier due to moisture and mold issues. Other companies recommended installing perimeter drainage and a sump pump in addition to encapsulation. Chris did the extra work to uncover an existing perimeter drain in our crawl space and he even tested it to ensure it was draining properly. I recommend Crawl Space Jam without hesitation."
Foam Wall Insulation
Drainage Matting
Debris Removal
Ground is Sealed
Walls/Pillars Sealed

+6

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cornerstone Plumbing Solutions LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I reached out to have two toilets replaced in my home. They were fair, honest, and knowledgeable from the start. 5 star experience from start to finish. I highly recommend Cornerstone Plumbing Solutions LLC!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Basement Systems
4.0(
89
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed sump pump. Didn’t press for the more expensive, expansive project. I appreciated that. I also loved that they communicated and set times and dates and confirmed. So far so good. We will see if problem is resolved."
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Response time8 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Thermo Direct Inc.
4.5(
205
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I felt extremely cared for by the whole company. They were clear with what they were able to do, what the problems were, etc.. I was given an extreme amount of attention and I was so impressed with the work that I ended up going ahead and having them replace my hot water heater because I could trust that it was going to be done right."
After renovation
After Insulation
Daikin Fit Inverter Air Conditioner
wall mounted inverter
After Installation

+49

Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Alexander Services
4.7(
42
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I will only use Alexander Services in the future and whats so great is they offer all types of services. I thought I needed a plumber but it turned out to be HVAC and they worked together. The technicians were knowledgeable and explained everything!"
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Durham, NC

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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