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Done Right Today, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Lincoln, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did the work, thoroughly explained everything to me, gave me maintenance tips, and recommendations for future projects. Their estimate was lower than the competitor's was. They had everything they needed. They were great."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Delaware Plumbing Professionals
4.7(
180
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Serving Lincoln, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They did a great job, although a little expense despite the fact that I had already bought the new faucet."
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Response rate97%
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Horizon Services, LLC (DES)
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Serving Lincoln, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Experience The Horizon Difference.\n\nOn-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED!\n\nHorizon Services is the region's largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.\n

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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Lincoln, DE

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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