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Winkle's Plumbing
4.3(
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had glass in the disposal and thought I had removed it all. Yet the disposal would not reset and the plumber said it had to be replaced. This surprised me a bit, but I didn't have the knowledge to dispute it. So given that, the job went very well."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Plumbing Services
4.7(
23
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was punctual, polite, professional and very pleasant to work with. He did not waste time. He and his helper helped me with 3 distinct job: replacing a cracked toilet, installing a new shower head and replacing a disposal. His prices were spot-on and I will have him back to install a new vanity in my bathroom. THANK YOU Cale and Eric!"
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+11

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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SMK Plumbing, LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SMK plumbing did a great job for me with a whole house water re-plumbing & main water line from the street. The team was efficient, professional, and polite. Job was started and completed in one day. They even moved the whole house shut off and pressure valve to a very easy to get to location."
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+15

Response time11 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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American Foundation & Waterproofing
4.0(
95
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called American Foundation and Waterproofing regarding a significant, but localized, leak in a basement foundation wall. Michael arrived on time for the inspection appointment and performed a thorough inspection. He identified the cause of the leak and suggested several fixes that I could try myself. If the suggestions do not work, I will definitely hire this company. I believe they are honest, professional, and know what they are doing."
20ml Encapsulation Liner Installation
Crawl Space Supports + Steel Supplemental Beam
Free Inspection & Esitmate
20ml Encapsulation Liner Installation
Crawl Space Supports + Steel Supplemental Beam

+20

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
4.1(
96
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacob W. did an amazing job when he came out and inspected my cabin's foundation. He was on time, professional, and friendly. The best part was that he gave me the great news that there were no foundation issues to be concerned about and that everything looked good."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

97 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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AAA Basement Waterproofing
4.8(
83
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff told me the foundation settling was very minor for a house built in the 1970's.  No water problems in basement.  He did recommend I have the gutters replaced, with 6" gutters, and to make sure water is draining away from house.  Also, he asked me to contact him if the foundation settled more in the future.  He did not do any work other than give me a free evaluation.  Jeff was very professional and honest. I will definitely use his company if I have anymore foundation or drainage issues.
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Full Interior Encap Sys
Full Interior Crawl Drainage Sys
Before Crawl Drainage System
Before Sub-Floor System
After Sub-Floor System

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Heat, A/C, & Plumbing
4.6(
847
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Serving Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The estimate they provided did not reflect the services requested. It took careful deep evaluation of the estimate to see the places that differed from what we requested. I felt that it was misleading."
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+5

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Knoxville, TN

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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