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Avatar for Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,405
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Serving Lake Station, IN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired Permaseal to fix my unleveled patio concrete floor that was and still causing rain water to get to my basement, I have paid them $2,014.33 as down payment, they showed up one month later for the job, which is injecting foam under the concrete slab to lift it back to its original correct level. I came back home that day to find out that they have left and that the concrete slab was not only still unleveled, but they cracked it and patched it on multiple locations. I have called their customer care number more than a dozen times in attempt to understand what is going on, and on each occasion, I was told that the project manager was going to contact me back, which never happened until i made the next call, They have finally explained to me over the phone that it was the best they could do and that they could not fix my patio floor. I asked for a refund and did not hear back. I have documented pictures of before and after showing that the job was not done and cancelled the check with the remaining balance. I have not heard anything back from them since then, until i started getting debt collectors' emails on December the 5th from a business called FCR Services."
Thermal imaging
Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
99 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.5(
265
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Serving Lake Station, IN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1950

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Michael did a great job recommending the right course of action in fixing my mom's garbage disposal. He was very professional and patience with my mom. He did the work for me even though I was out of town at the time. If I have another need, I will be contacting Mike at Downing."
Water Line Install
New Curb Box
Our crew
Response time11 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Mow-Rite and More and Handyman Services
4.8(
13
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Serving Lake Station, IN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Earl showed up right on time ready to roll. He had everything he needed to do a great job with minimal issues. The grass was exceedingly long he trimmed bagged mowed had it all done in around two hours charged me a very fair honest price and made a repeat customer on the spot. I'm going to give a few of his cards to some of the neighbors and a friend or two. Well done. All within 24 hours first contact with Angie's list to completion of the project Five solid stars. Well done "
Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
3.9(
14
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Serving Lake Station, IN and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had Roto rooter come out in November, paid cash to the employee and he wrote down 11-2022 instead of 8-2023 into the warranty system and wrote in we paid $450 which we paid $900 so he stole money and now they won’t warranty are clogged main line now. Called main office the lady was very rude and cursing then hung up the phone. Roto rooter is the scummiest company I have ever used. If you want to get screwed over by a big name use Roto rooter. Never again."
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+4

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Lake Station, IN

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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