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Keith The Plumber LLC
4.6(
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Serving Garden City, 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 Garden City, 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
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services
4.6(
13
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Serving Garden City, 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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+24

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cahaba Plumbing
4.3(
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Credit card accepted

"I had previously bought a deal for an hour of plumbing work and scheduled Cahaba plumbing to come out.  The night before they were to arrive, I discovered that I now had Niagara Falls in my basement garage.  Fortunately, Cahaba plumbing came out the next morning and fixed this major water leak for me.  They allowed me to use my Angie's List deal as a credit/discount towards the repair work I had done.  So not only did they fix my water leak in the nick of time, they were very easy to work with concerning my Angie's List deal.  The plumber didn't try to negotiate or haggle with me, he just told me not to worry and he gave me the full value of the deal off my repair total (which saved me $100).  And the plumber was friendly, competent, and experienced and solved all of my problems in just a short while.  Therefore, I highly recommend Cahaba plumbing.  
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Iron Mountain Drains & Plumbing
5.0(
5
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Serving Garden City, 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 Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"It went so well that we can't wait for Al and Albert to come back and start on other projects we have asked them to do.  They are an amazing father and son team that work, side by side as well as jam to music, very well together.  If you are looking for someone with perfectionist skills and will do the job your way along with some helpful hints along the way then Complete Home Repair is the two man crew for you!  Our utility room looks so nice people can't believe it is being used for a water heater, washer, and dryer!  Way to go guys, Thank you for the Excellent Job!!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Garden City, 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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