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Mount Valley Foundation Services

1850 Ashley River RD
4.18(
58
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Approved Pro

Mount Valley Foundation Services

1850 Ashley River RD
4.18(
58
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
78 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Mount Valley Foundation Services, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across South Carolina, and parts of North Carolina and Georgia. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Mount Valley is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"I'm very dissatisfied with this company as a whole. After giving my deposit, I was told they would be to my home on a set date and time. They didn't show up on set date and didn't call or text as to why no one showed up. After calling several times, the next day someone calls apologizing profusely but gave no reason as to why the workers didn't show up. When you finally get them to come, they start the project and then the cat and mouse games begin! They'll call and say they have to finish another project and would be there a little later and then call back because that other project ran longer than expected. It's now 4 months into what I was told would be no more than a week! Calling the company itself about what's going on or complain is absolutely impossible, if someone does answer the phone, they give you the run around. Parts of my electrical was messed up by their worker, I was told that they would take care of it right away. Lies, lies and more lies with this company!"

Charlene b on October 2025

Mount Valley Foundation Services, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across South Carolina, and parts of North Carolina and Georgia. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Mount Valley is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.

"I'm very dissatisfied with this company as a whole. After giving my deposit, I was told they would be to my home on a set date and time. They didn't show up on set date and didn't call or text as to why no one showed up. After calling several times, the next day someone calls apologizing profusely but gave no reason as to why the workers didn't show up. When you finally get them to come, they start the project and then the cat and mouse games begin! They'll call and say they have to finish another project and would be there a little later and then call back because that other project ran longer than expected. It's now 4 months into what I was told would be no more than a week! Calling the company itself about what's going on or complain is absolutely impossible, if someone does answer the phone, they give you the run around. Parts of my electrical was messed up by their worker, I was told that they would take care of it right away. Lies, lies and more lies with this company!"

Charlene b on October 2025


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Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, Plumbing and Drain Services, LLC

231 Chesapeake Lane
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro

Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, Plumbing and Drain Services, LLC

231 Chesapeake Lane
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream Plumbing and Drain Services is your trusted local plumbing company serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas, including Garden City, Surfside Beach, and Pawleys Island. We specialize in residential plumbing services including water heater and tankless water heater installation, faucet repair, drain cleaning, water piping, drain clearing, and water filtration systems. Our licensed and experienced plumbers are committed to providing honest, high-quality work with upfront pricing and fast, friendly service. Whether you're dealing with a clogged drain, a leaking pipe, or planning a full plumbing upgrade, we deliver reliable solutions tailored to your needs. At Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, your satisfaction is our top priority. Contact us today for a free quote and discover why we're the go-to plumbing team in Murrells Inlet and beyond.

"Work was done the way I wanted it and very professional very personable would hire again no problem"

Andrew D on September 2025

Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream Plumbing and Drain Services is your trusted local plumbing company serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas, including Garden City, Surfside Beach, and Pawleys Island. We specialize in residential plumbing services including water heater and tankless water heater installation, faucet repair, drain cleaning, water piping, drain clearing, and water filtration systems. Our licensed and experienced plumbers are committed to providing honest, high-quality work with upfront pricing and fast, friendly service. Whether you're dealing with a clogged drain, a leaking pipe, or planning a full plumbing upgrade, we deliver reliable solutions tailored to your needs. At Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, your satisfaction is our top priority. Contact us today for a free quote and discover why we're the go-to plumbing team in Murrells Inlet and beyond.

"Work was done the way I wanted it and very professional very personable would hire again no problem"

Andrew D on September 2025


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Bath Kingz

1631 Highway 544
3.71(
21
)
Approved Pro

Bath Kingz

1631 Highway 544
3.71(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
925 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

We specialize in Walk-in tubs and shower remodels! Onyx stone is one of the best looks for your shower! We do great work at a fair price. Our quality of showers is by far the best in the beach!

"If you are reading this review, you must be thinking of using Bathkingz. Before deciding to utilize their services, read on and decide if this is the type of experience you want. I am leaving personal opinion and speculation out of this review, and just stating the facts. First, I give this company a one star, but it does not apply to the quality of work. After 19 days since the demo of our old shower started, we still do not have a working shower, so I can not comment on quality of work. Here are the facts of our situation and you can decide if you really want to use this company or not. In February, we agreed to let Bathkingz provide us with a new shower. We had a new construction house, and were told quite a few times by them 2-3 days after material arrived to complete the job. We also told them we wanted to move into house in mid April, and they assured us there would be ample time to get the material in and get shower completed before we moved in. In Early April we contacted them to see how things were progressing and we were assured around April 9th our material would arrive. On April 10th, a team came out and started demo on our old shower. It looked like everything would be done in time for us to hire a painter and move in around mid April as planned. On April 14th, the crew came out and started the installation of new shower, this continued on the 15th. The crew only works a few hours a day and the speed in which they moved did not leave us a lot of hope that the shower would be completed before April 16th as we had a painter scheduled on 16th and we were scheduled to move in on 18th with a moving company. So we decided to ask one of the crew members how long it would take as we were told 2-3 days. They told us never 2-3 days, and maybe by end of week. So we ended up postponing the Painter and we were able to get the moving company to agree to move us on Monday April 21st thinking at least the shower would be done. On the 17th the crew only worked for a few hours, and on April 18th one person came out to install the shower head. That was last work that has been done on our shower. Since we moved in on the 21st and it was Easter, we decided to wait till Tuesday the 22nd to contact Bathkingz to see what was going on. We were informed that there was some material that was damaged in transit, and that the manufacturer was expediting shipping of the material and it should arrive by end of week. That was the first we heard of that. So we patiently waited until end of week, hoping we would hear something, and of course we did not, so on Monday, April 28, we reached out once again to Bathkingz and was told the parts department verified the material was delivered in, but that needed to be verified. So the owner does not trust his own parts department, but somehow expects everyone to trust him. It is now Tuesday morning April 29th. It has been 19 days we have been living without a shower. In addition, they have left material and the shower doors in my garage, and we can not put a car in the garage because of this.We still have no idea if and when our shower will be completed, and only get vague communications with no follow up as to when the shower will be completed. I decided to try this method to see if we can get a more definitive answer as to when our shower will be completed. Randy, I see you read and respond to reviews, so you stated your crew needed 1 more full day to complete the shower. I am planning on updating this review everyday with what has happened the previous 24 hours, and if you want to show your company is better than a 1 star company, just respond to this review with when our shower will be completed by"

scott c on April 2025

We specialize in Walk-in tubs and shower remodels! Onyx stone is one of the best looks for your shower! We do great work at a fair price. Our quality of showers is by far the best in the beach!

"If you are reading this review, you must be thinking of using Bathkingz. Before deciding to utilize their services, read on and decide if this is the type of experience you want. I am leaving personal opinion and speculation out of this review, and just stating the facts. First, I give this company a one star, but it does not apply to the quality of work. After 19 days since the demo of our old shower started, we still do not have a working shower, so I can not comment on quality of work. Here are the facts of our situation and you can decide if you really want to use this company or not. In February, we agreed to let Bathkingz provide us with a new shower. We had a new construction house, and were told quite a few times by them 2-3 days after material arrived to complete the job. We also told them we wanted to move into house in mid April, and they assured us there would be ample time to get the material in and get shower completed before we moved in. In Early April we contacted them to see how things were progressing and we were assured around April 9th our material would arrive. On April 10th, a team came out and started demo on our old shower. It looked like everything would be done in time for us to hire a painter and move in around mid April as planned. On April 14th, the crew came out and started the installation of new shower, this continued on the 15th. The crew only works a few hours a day and the speed in which they moved did not leave us a lot of hope that the shower would be completed before April 16th as we had a painter scheduled on 16th and we were scheduled to move in on 18th with a moving company. So we decided to ask one of the crew members how long it would take as we were told 2-3 days. They told us never 2-3 days, and maybe by end of week. So we ended up postponing the Painter and we were able to get the moving company to agree to move us on Monday April 21st thinking at least the shower would be done. On the 17th the crew only worked for a few hours, and on April 18th one person came out to install the shower head. That was last work that has been done on our shower. Since we moved in on the 21st and it was Easter, we decided to wait till Tuesday the 22nd to contact Bathkingz to see what was going on. We were informed that there was some material that was damaged in transit, and that the manufacturer was expediting shipping of the material and it should arrive by end of week. That was the first we heard of that. So we patiently waited until end of week, hoping we would hear something, and of course we did not, so on Monday, April 28, we reached out once again to Bathkingz and was told the parts department verified the material was delivered in, but that needed to be verified. So the owner does not trust his own parts department, but somehow expects everyone to trust him. It is now Tuesday morning April 29th. It has been 19 days we have been living without a shower. In addition, they have left material and the shower doors in my garage, and we can not put a car in the garage because of this.We still have no idea if and when our shower will be completed, and only get vague communications with no follow up as to when the shower will be completed. I decided to try this method to see if we can get a more definitive answer as to when our shower will be completed. Randy, I see you read and respond to reviews, so you stated your crew needed 1 more full day to complete the shower. I am planning on updating this review everyday with what has happened the previous 24 hours, and if you want to show your company is better than a 1 star company, just respond to this review with when our shower will be completed by"

scott c on April 2025


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Master Homes Design Center LLC

1991 US-501 S
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro

Master Homes Design Center LLC

1991 US-501 S
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro
534 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Master Homes/KBD Renovations specializes in Turn Key Residential & Commercial Remodeling. By visiting our Showroom, Customers are able to look at Displays for Countertops, Sinks, Cabinets, Flooring, Tile & much more. We offer the quickest turn around time in the region! With over 15 years of experience, we guarantee our customer's satisfaction.

"Awesome experience. If you’re looking for a place that remodels, works with kitchens, cabinet, and inside homes. This is the place to contact. Great experience! Excellent work!"

alba a on September 2024

Master Homes/KBD Renovations specializes in Turn Key Residential & Commercial Remodeling. By visiting our Showroom, Customers are able to look at Displays for Countertops, Sinks, Cabinets, Flooring, Tile & much more. We offer the quickest turn around time in the region! With over 15 years of experience, we guarantee our customer's satisfaction.

"Awesome experience. If you’re looking for a place that remodels, works with kitchens, cabinet, and inside homes. This is the place to contact. Great experience! Excellent work!"

alba a on September 2024


Kreative Kitchens Inc

4925 Hwy 17 Byp S
4.98(
45
)
Approved Pro

Kreative Kitchens Inc

4925 Hwy 17 Byp S
4.98(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
232 local quotes requested

Transform your kitchen with Kreative Kitchens Inc. Our expert team specializes in cabinets, countertops, and kitchen and bath remodeling. Stand out from the crowd and create a space that reflects your unique style. Contact us today for a consultation!

"Everything and more than I expected."

Vicki J on May 2023

Transform your kitchen with Kreative Kitchens Inc. Our expert team specializes in cabinets, countertops, and kitchen and bath remodeling. Stand out from the crowd and create a space that reflects your unique style. Contact us today for a consultation!

"Everything and more than I expected."

Vicki J on May 2023


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G.L. Ward Plumbing Maintenance Repair & Drain Cleaning

4145 John Luther Rd
4.89(
36
)
Approved Pro

G.L. Ward Plumbing Maintenance Repair & Drain Cleaning

4145 John Luther Rd
4.89(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
321 local quotes requested

We are a family owned business with 27 years experience without the overhead of a large Plumbing company. This allows us to pass the savings onto our customers. Our motto is "Service and repair at a price that's fair". We are licensed and insured for all your residential needs. We cover the Grand Strand from Georgetown to the NC line to west of Conway. We specialize in drain cleaning, plumbing maintenance, repairs and replacements. Your satisfaction is important to us. We proudly stand behind and guarantee our services. Call or text (843) 360-9081 for a quote today!!

"Great! Excellent service! Would recommend them. Great customer service, too."

Laura C on August 2025

We are a family owned business with 27 years experience without the overhead of a large Plumbing company. This allows us to pass the savings onto our customers. Our motto is "Service and repair at a price that's fair". We are licensed and insured for all your residential needs. We cover the Grand Strand from Georgetown to the NC line to west of Conway. We specialize in drain cleaning, plumbing maintenance, repairs and replacements. Your satisfaction is important to us. We proudly stand behind and guarantee our services. Call or text (843) 360-9081 for a quote today!!

"Great! Excellent service! Would recommend them. Great customer service, too."

Laura C on August 2025


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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Myrtle Beach

2318 Highway 544
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Myrtle Beach

2318 Highway 544
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
289 local quotes requested

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Myrtle Beach serves our clients from North Myrtle Beach to Georgetown and everywhere in between. We specialize in residential plumbing services and offer 24/7 service. We offer drain cleaning services and sewer cleaning services, toilet repair and replacement. We also offer water heater repair and replacement, tankless water heater repair and replacement, whole house repipes, replacing sewer lines for residences, installing new water lines, and whole house filtration. One of the great benefits to our clients is also our gas repair and installation. Our gas technicians are specialists in installing new gas lines, and repairing/replacing old gas lines. (This is how we are able to turnkey natural gas generators). Our plumbers have many years of experience and we constantly train our technicians on technical training weekly. So if your in need of any plumbing or gas repairs or installations then call the pros at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing.

"As always, wonderful job! A+++++++ Quality work, fair pricing! We have been using Ben Franklin, for I think about seven years now :-) We will go with no one else. I’ll be honest, in our area, professional behaving plumbers, are actually quite rare to find. SAVE yourself! So you don’t have to experience substandard work, exorbitant bills, or upsetting experiences with RUDE, unprofessional business owners. We are in Georgetown, and never found a good fit for us with any of the companies down here.(we did not try all) At BEN FRANKLIN, EVERY single technician, receptionist, owner, or other employee that has ever helped us, has ALWAYS been friendly, respectful, professional, kind, helpful, and pretty much any other positive quality that you would want in a business and more importantly, the qualities of someone who you would come into to your home! A++++++"

Lynn W on January 2025

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Myrtle Beach serves our clients from North Myrtle Beach to Georgetown and everywhere in between. We specialize in residential plumbing services and offer 24/7 service. We offer drain cleaning services and sewer cleaning services, toilet repair and replacement. We also offer water heater repair and replacement, tankless water heater repair and replacement, whole house repipes, replacing sewer lines for residences, installing new water lines, and whole house filtration. One of the great benefits to our clients is also our gas repair and installation. Our gas technicians are specialists in installing new gas lines, and repairing/replacing old gas lines. (This is how we are able to turnkey natural gas generators). Our plumbers have many years of experience and we constantly train our technicians on technical training weekly. So if your in need of any plumbing or gas repairs or installations then call the pros at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing.

"As always, wonderful job! A+++++++ Quality work, fair pricing! We have been using Ben Franklin, for I think about seven years now :-) We will go with no one else. I’ll be honest, in our area, professional behaving plumbers, are actually quite rare to find. SAVE yourself! So you don’t have to experience substandard work, exorbitant bills, or upsetting experiences with RUDE, unprofessional business owners. We are in Georgetown, and never found a good fit for us with any of the companies down here.(we did not try all) At BEN FRANKLIN, EVERY single technician, receptionist, owner, or other employee that has ever helped us, has ALWAYS been friendly, respectful, professional, kind, helpful, and pretty much any other positive quality that you would want in a business and more importantly, the qualities of someone who you would come into to your home! A++++++"

Lynn W on January 2025


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Swift Services Heating , Cooling & Electric

3204 Fred Nash Blvd
4.38(
45
)
Approved Pro

Swift Services Heating , Cooling & Electric

3204 Fred Nash Blvd
4.38(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
830 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Full-service heating and air conditioning. 24 hours, 7 days a week including holidays. Won Best of the Beach for the last FIVE years. Full-Service Heating & Cooling company. We provide maintenance, service, installation, and replacement of HVAC. Open 24 hours 7 days a week, with no weekend charges including holidays!! First Organization to ever win Best of the Beach five years straight! Ask about our service agreement program and never let temperature be the reason for your discomfort again! Follow the snowman to great quality and affordable repair service in the greater Myrtle Beach area.

"Multiple techs showed up to install and adjust hvac system. Five days after initial install hvac still not working. Three weeks after install completed hvac not cooling on two floors. DO NOT choose this installer for any work. We regret choosing Swift and will never call them for future work"

michael G on September 2025

Full-service heating and air conditioning. 24 hours, 7 days a week including holidays. Won Best of the Beach for the last FIVE years. Full-Service Heating & Cooling company. We provide maintenance, service, installation, and replacement of HVAC. Open 24 hours 7 days a week, with no weekend charges including holidays!! First Organization to ever win Best of the Beach five years straight! Ask about our service agreement program and never let temperature be the reason for your discomfort again! Follow the snowman to great quality and affordable repair service in the greater Myrtle Beach area.

"Multiple techs showed up to install and adjust hvac system. Five days after initial install hvac still not working. Three weeks after install completed hvac not cooling on two floors. DO NOT choose this installer for any work. We regret choosing Swift and will never call them for future work"

michael G on September 2025


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One Stop Plus Renovations, LLC

551 Robert M Grissom Pkwy
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

One Stop Plus Renovations, LLC

551 Robert M Grissom Pkwy
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
908 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated residential and commercial flooring, tile and renovation company that provides expert installation and service! Our company has been in business in the Myrtle Beach communities for over 20 years. Professional crew quickly install and service your needs for a beautiful outcome. Call us today for a free estimate! We sell many items such as Ceramic Tiles, Marble, Porcelain Flooring, Walls and Back Splashes, Hardwood, Engineer, Laminate, Vinyl, Custom Showers, Cabinets, Counter Tops and all types of Carpet!

"We recently purchased a 1 BR ocean front investment property in Myrtle Beach. The place needed a complete overhaul. I was very nervous about finding the right contractor because I do not live in the area and we couldn't find a trusted contractor with my limited contacts. I vetted several contractors and settled on One Stop Plus after speaking to the owner and their project manager, Anthony. I couldn't be happier with the work. I can't say enough good things about Anthony. He was ALWAYS available to answer my questions, provide his thoughts when we had to make decisions, and to work through any hiccups along the way. They work fast and efficiently. With any large reno, not everything goes smoothly but Anthony and his team were able to respond quickly and remedy any issues. I am very happy we chose One Stop and I would highly recommend them."

Eric H on March 2024

We are a locally owned and operated residential and commercial flooring, tile and renovation company that provides expert installation and service! Our company has been in business in the Myrtle Beach communities for over 20 years. Professional crew quickly install and service your needs for a beautiful outcome. Call us today for a free estimate! We sell many items such as Ceramic Tiles, Marble, Porcelain Flooring, Walls and Back Splashes, Hardwood, Engineer, Laminate, Vinyl, Custom Showers, Cabinets, Counter Tops and all types of Carpet!

"We recently purchased a 1 BR ocean front investment property in Myrtle Beach. The place needed a complete overhaul. I was very nervous about finding the right contractor because I do not live in the area and we couldn't find a trusted contractor with my limited contacts. I vetted several contractors and settled on One Stop Plus after speaking to the owner and their project manager, Anthony. I couldn't be happier with the work. I can't say enough good things about Anthony. He was ALWAYS available to answer my questions, provide his thoughts when we had to make decisions, and to work through any hiccups along the way. They work fast and efficiently. With any large reno, not everything goes smoothly but Anthony and his team were able to respond quickly and remedy any issues. I am very happy we chose One Stop and I would highly recommend them."

Eric H on March 2024


John Marshall Sturgess Builder

Columbia, SC, 29209
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

John Marshall Sturgess Builder

Columbia, SC, 29209
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
693 local quotes requested

John Marshall Sturgess Builder is company located in Columbia, SC that offers roofing, remodeling and renovation services in the area. Kitchen Renovation, Bathroom Renovation, Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Construction Company, Construction Contractor, Tiling, Bathroom Tiling, Home Renovation Yorkshire, Columbia, SC Construction Service, Stucco Molding, Stucco Resurfacing, Stucco Repair Companies, Stucco Siding Installation

"This was my first experience hiring a contractor and Mr. Sturgess's was great to work with. He was able to meet with me outside of my work hours to go over my plans. His crew was on time, friendly, and answered any questions I had. Mr. Sturgess rates were very reasonable, and he and his team are very honest and easy to work. Since they have finished converting my carport to the screened sun room, I asked if they could go ahead and finish some other projects for me. I can't wait until all of my projects are done."

Michelle W on November 2024

John Marshall Sturgess Builder is company located in Columbia, SC that offers roofing, remodeling and renovation services in the area. Kitchen Renovation, Bathroom Renovation, Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Construction Company, Construction Contractor, Tiling, Bathroom Tiling, Home Renovation Yorkshire, Columbia, SC Construction Service, Stucco Molding, Stucco Resurfacing, Stucco Repair Companies, Stucco Siding Installation

"This was my first experience hiring a contractor and Mr. Sturgess's was great to work with. He was able to meet with me outside of my work hours to go over my plans. His crew was on time, friendly, and answered any questions I had. Mr. Sturgess rates were very reasonable, and he and his team are very honest and easy to work. Since they have finished converting my carport to the screened sun room, I asked if they could go ahead and finish some other projects for me. I can't wait until all of my projects are done."

Michelle W on November 2024

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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Georgetown, 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.

The Georgetown, SC homeowners’ guide to sump pump or interior foundation drains installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.