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Dry Pro Foundation & Crawlspace Specialists
4.8(
433
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A Dry Pro team came out today and installed a "crawlspace drainage system". Jonathan the team leader, came to me first thing this morning with full specifications and scaled drawings of the project. We went over everything that was to be done and verified all the locations around the house. Edwin and Taylor the other team members got to work right away. Jonathan took beginning, unprocessed and completed photos and videos. The team cleaned up the worksite beautifully. While Taylor and Edwin finished loading the truck I went over the job and viewed the photos and videos Jonathan had taken. I am very satisfied with the job and the hard work Taylor, Jonathan and Edwin did. If you have a moisture I highly recommend Dry Pro."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

Response time3 days
136 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pro Plumbing Heating & Air
4.5(
1,063
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The quote seemed high at first, but it turned out to be a good price for the work done. He gave me the quote before I even discussed the project; he knew what I was getting into."
Wall Faucet
Best of HomeAdvisor 2019
Shower System
Best of HomeAdvisor 2018
Best of HomeAdvisor 2017

+3

Response time10 mins
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Superior Plumbing and Drains
4.7(
32
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Superior Plumbing was excellent to work with. From the start they stayed in communication, showed up when stated, applied shoe covers when entering our home, were neat while performing the service and fixed the problem very quickly. They were so clean I couldn't tell they were here. Thank you Superior Plumbing!"
Superior Plumbing & Drains Team
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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All Good Plumbing
5.0(
10
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time and quality work performed within specified time frame. :)"
Water line replacement
Water line replacement
Water line replacement
Water line replacement
Additional Photos

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Crawl Space Jam
5.0(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris was phenomenal! First off he is timely, has great customer service and included a free estimate. Chris gave updates daily and provided pictures of the work completed. He completed the work and came back by to fix a leaking hose. Chris replaced the hose immediately. He is an entrepreneur who has kept his word after he getting paid. Chris has been a great communicator and I recommend his services to anyone who is looking for quality work, reasonable prices, and exceptional communication. PS - He also installs crawl space sealed entry ways (door). This was needed due a cavity under a porch! Wonderful work Chris! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Foam Wall Insulation
Drainage Matting
Debris Removal
Ground is Sealed
Walls/Pillars Sealed

+6

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Kannapolis, 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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