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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
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Serving Lakeville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The plumber did a great job and came out within the hour. He gave me a quote after looking at the job and then when right to work."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Groundworks
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Serving Lakeville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anthony and Durius were very knowledgeable in what they were doing. Cleaned up their mess when done. Would definitely recommend them to anyone. Curtis/Kim Kobilansky"
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Boevaag Plumbing
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Serving Lakeville, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The upfront scoping of the project was excellent. Joe spent the right amount of time getting the details right so when his crew arrived to do the work, they already knew what they had to do. The pricing was competitive as well, plus they offered me an extended warranty for the water heater over and above the standard warranty."
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G Gardner Concrete & Waterproofing Inc
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Serving Lakeville, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1949

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Warranties offered

"Water proofing very good results. BUT Caution regarding floor repair from ANY contractor. Make sure you discuss what the floor repair will look like. Mine is not level, and Much rougher Than original floor. Another contractor said it was better than He typically sees. This was done several years ago. Sorry about the late review."
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+7

Response time3 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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SafeBasements Of Minnesota, Inc.
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Serving Lakeville, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Safe Basements have been a complete joy to work with, the customer service was professonal and friendly. The assesser was honest, no up selling or down selling. They finished the project 2 weeks after booking. The workmen were effiecent, made sure to cover everything so nothing got covered with dust, they even swept! It got done in exactly the time required and the basement has never looked better. If you need basement work, I couldn't recommend anyone higher."
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Response time1 day
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Lakeville, MN

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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