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Avatar for Eastern Waterproofing Co., Inc.
Eastern Waterproofing Co., Inc.
4.8(
31
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon is professional and a man of his word. My wife and I had some leakage in our finished basement. After substantial research, I contacted several companies in the area. Jon and his crew at Eastern responded faster than every other company and offered us the best price for the least hassle. The crew works hard and fast. They were respectful of our home and property and cleaned up after themselves when they were done working. Our interior foundation drain is working great and can sleep in peace knowing that our basement is dry, even on the wettest nights.They stand by their work and even came out to install a false floor under our oil tank after we replaced it., at no additional fee. I would 100% recommend Jon and his crew for all of your waterproofing needs."
broken walk
repai
repair
addition
sidewalk and dumpster pad

+67

Response time2 days
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.
Budget Dry Waterproofing, Inc.
4.7(
196
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Budget Dry to review our basement problems and hired them to do the waterproofing project, install new basement windows, install the Santa Fe dehumidifier, and recently they installed our back-up battery system. We highly recommend them -always courteous, get the jobs done quickly and neatly, and always respond when we need their advice/want to purchase new filters. A great company!"
Drain at base of bilco
going up on the wall
finished wall area
completed
finished sump pump area

+37

Response time1 day
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.3(
317
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used basement technologies for about 15 years.They installed a french drain and sump pump.It workks great.My basement is bone dry.They come every year to maintain the system for $315.Well worth the price.Gives peace of mind.The system stays under warranty. Paul B"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

+16

Response time2 days
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Advanced Basement Waterproofing
Advanced Basement Waterproofing
4.8(
40
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian, the salesperson, impressed me from the moment he walked in. His professionalism was apparent at the start—not only well-mannered and courteous, but he was clearly knowledgeable and took the time to explain every detail of the French drain installation in language I could easily understand. I felt at ease with him guiding me through the process. On the installation day, Sergey and the rest of the crew arrived ready to work. They not only worked hard, but also demonstrated real care with each step done thoughtfully, surfaces were kept clean, and every component of the French drain was installed with an eye for detail. All in all, the team was courteous, efficient, and respectful of my property. Brian’s calm confidence and thorough explanations combined with the team’s careful work made the entire experience feel seamless. I now have full confidence in my dry basement and would 100% recommend Advanced Basement Waterproofing to anyone who asked me."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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M & M Construction LLC
4.9(
61
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Honestly, we cannot say enough good things about Drainage Pros. They are professional, competitively priced, trustworthy, and - most importantly - excellent at what they do. <br /> We moved into a 1920s home with major drainage problems. Four of the six original underground drains that collected water from the downspouts were nonfunctional. Our home also sat low on the property, and when it rained water flowed across our driveway, over the patio, and into our basement by seeping over the foundation. It looked like a small river coming toward our home and disappearing underneath. <br /> AJ responded quickly to our initial inquiry and met with us on site to discuss the project. He listened carefully to our observations while assessing the driveway, patio, and grounds before sending us a detailed proposal the next day. The proposal listed several different stages and options, which we continued to discuss with him at every step of the project. AJ was always very  knowledgeable, communicative, and professional, responding to our many questions and concerns thoroughly and patiently (even when we asked the same question multiple times). Ultimately, Drainage Pros stood by their original proposal, working within budget, and they even guaranteed their work (although we don?t expect we?ll be needing the guarantee). <br /> They tore out and had the old driveway re-graded and repaved, installed a channel drain behind part of the home, and laid pvc pipe along the entire perimeter to collect water from all six downspouts. They ran the pipe under two bluestone patios and walkways, all of which they reset carefully. They connected the pipe to our main sewer line, which required six foot plus excavations. Lastly, they reseeded the lawn (which returned nicely), and basically restored the grounds to their original condition. The paving company they coordinated with was also excellent, and they worked hard at communicating with each other to ensure that the project was completed to our satisfaction. <br /> Personally, what I most appreciated about working with Drainage Pros is that AJ did not trouble us with all of the things that could possibly go wrong while performing such a major job like excavating and tapping into the main sewer line. He simply assured us calmly and professionally that he and his team could do the job, and they did. Perfectly. <br /> We had previously discussed the job with a completely different (and also highly rated) contractor who appeared flustered by our drainage issues and, after charging us >$1,000 for an assessment and cleaning, was unable to offer us a written proposal or estimate without further ?diagnostics?. Do not waste your time and money, like we did. Just hire Drainage Pros, and they will get the job done. <br /> We now have absolutely NO DRAINAGE ISSUES and strangely even look forward to when it rains so we can see how beautifully the water flows down the driveway, into the drains, and away from the house. If you are on this site searching for a drainage specialist, perhaps you can appreciate this. <br /> <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Mr Gutter
4.6(
36
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Gutter was very easy to work with even though I have a full time job and was not available to meet with them personally. Mr. Gutter came to house while I was at work but after I spoke with them on the phone and provided an estimate that gave a low-cost option as well as a higher priced one that would give me greater reliability. The estimate was mailed to me and they followed up with a telephone call to go over the specifics of the estimate and the options available. My existing gutters, though less than 3 years old were overflowing and ponding. They were never installed correctly with the proper pitch, and did not have an adequately sized downspout in one area to handle the run-off from the roof area where mutiple surfaces were emptying to one downspout. As a result of this, I suffered basement leaks during heavy downpours. Mr. Gutter came promptly and cleaned out all of the gutters and downspouts, in addition to replacing the one downspout with a larger size, repitched all of the gutters and provided additional hardware where needed. They installed leaf guards on my front and side gutters, and in the rear of the house that is two-stories high and very inaccessible, they installed their top of the line gutter guard so I won't have to worry about it again for years to come. They were responsive in returning phone calls, arrived when they were scheduled to, and accomplished the work without leaving any mess. When I came home from work after they finished up, the yard and everything they worked with was in perfect condition. I would definitely use them again if needed, and highly recommend them to others."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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S & W Tile
5.0(
423
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Wes and crew for any tile job you need to have done. We had a leaky tiled shower that as pretty bad. Wes told me what was wrong and turned out to be worse than expected. Wes replaced flooring and rotted boards before installing the new tile. He was very receptive to my questions, and concerns. His price is reasonable. He always called back promptly. He and his crew showed up exactly on time. They worked hard and cleaned up after themselves everyday. He even mopped my floors! My new shower is beautiful! I would definitely hire them again in a heartbeat. They were a pleasure to work with."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Prime Home Services, Inc.
5.0(
30
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Providing Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Crack Repairs, Radon Mitigation, Mold Remediation Termite/Ant Control, Odor Solutions and Home Inspections in Western/Central MA and Northern CT since 1998. We are a family operated company providing traditional and green solutions for your home and business. We also install vapor barriers, termite damage repair, duct cleaning and overall indoor air improvements. "One Call, One Company, Many Solutions"

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Real Dry Waterproofing - Holyoke
Real Dry Waterproofing - Holyoke
4.9(
52
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve came right out and built dams on each side of the tree belt piping, using pebbles and earth. Again, a very creative and skilled solution. By the time the health inspector came out, our storm water was flowing right into the street storm sewer, as required. The inspector's only comment was "whoever did this knew what they were doing". So this firm has demonstrated over several years just how effective they are. They stand by their clients years after a job is completed, and possess knowledge and expertise to solve thorny problems. An exceptional firm and team. I highly highly recommend them."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Leader Basement Systems & Foundation Supportworks
Leader Basement Systems & Foundation Supportworks
4.6(
22
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Serving East Longmeadow, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My constantly wet basement is now dry! It is almost all new concrete. The section where my well pump, water softener was boxed off and filled with rock and was constantly wet. I spoke to a supervisor who agreed that the drain could extend behind boxed area and covered with concrete. I thought the workers were informed by the supervisor. I told them what I wanted done. When they were finished, there were still wet rocks there. I explained again and one of the workers said "you want cement?" Now there's a thin layer of cement that is always wet. The drain pipe outside is only inches from the surface, in the middle of the yard. I can only have wood delivered to one side of the house."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in East Longmeadow, MA

Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.

Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.

A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.

Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.

Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.

Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.

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