J- Squad Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
J- Squad Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
Clark Drain Cleaning proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"The plumbers were friendly, professional and on time. They performed the job in a timely fashion, cleaned up and were very thorough. I would highly recommend them to others."
Regina M on September 2023
Clark Drain Cleaning proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"The plumbers were friendly, professional and on time. They performed the job in a timely fashion, cleaned up and were very thorough. I would highly recommend them to others."
Regina M on September 2023
JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"We had a tremendous experience with JES Foundation Repair. Chad was the Certified Inspector, and the work crew was Mike Boines, Corey Griffin and Deontae Jackson. The initial inspection and estimate was thoroughly explained, all appointments were on time and every step in the process was discussed. All discussions were very professional. Foundation repair and sidewalk "lifting" were all completed with satisfaction."
Frank C on April 2025
JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"We had a tremendous experience with JES Foundation Repair. Chad was the Certified Inspector, and the work crew was Mike Boines, Corey Griffin and Deontae Jackson. The initial inspection and estimate was thoroughly explained, all appointments were on time and every step in the process was discussed. All discussions were very professional. Foundation repair and sidewalk "lifting" were all completed with satisfaction."
Frank C on April 2025
Storm Waterproofing is a Family owned business with over 20 years of experience. Our company provides excellent and honest service at a low affordable cost. All of our work is done by in house workers not subcontractors.
"Job done next day!!!"
Joseph M on February 2025
Storm Waterproofing is a Family owned business with over 20 years of experience. Our company provides excellent and honest service at a low affordable cost. All of our work is done by in house workers not subcontractors.
"Job done next day!!!"
Joseph M on February 2025
JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"Our inspector, Mike Mele, was wonderful. From start to finish, he not only was very professional and polite, but he did an amazing job of telling us our problems (pretty major) without fear mongering us into upsales. He told us our problem, recommended a solution, gave us a very reasonable price to said solution, and then constructed us a payment plan process that won't hurt our pockets and will ease our stress. Thank you so so much! Im freaking amazed and grateful as hell. "
Daphne A on May 2025
JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.
"Our inspector, Mike Mele, was wonderful. From start to finish, he not only was very professional and polite, but he did an amazing job of telling us our problems (pretty major) without fear mongering us into upsales. He told us our problem, recommended a solution, gave us a very reasonable price to said solution, and then constructed us a payment plan process that won't hurt our pockets and will ease our stress. Thank you so so much! Im freaking amazed and grateful as hell. "
Daphne A on May 2025
We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of plumbing and drain cleaning experience, we pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Remy was terrific. Arrived right in time, gave a reasonable quote, and snaked out the problem quickly. He will be our go-to plumber!"
Susan H on May 2025
We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of plumbing and drain cleaning experience, we pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Remy was terrific. Arrived right in time, gave a reasonable quote, and snaked out the problem quickly. He will be our go-to plumber!"
Susan H on May 2025
Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.
"Great communication"
Jennifer R on May 2025
Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.
"Great communication"
Jennifer R on May 2025
Dealing with a busted toilet? Cant seem to unclog that drain? Its time to call on your local Mr. Rooter® Plumbing. Since 1968 our full service residential and commercial plumbers have been available around-the-clock to tackle your plumbing service needs! We never charge extra, always stand behind our work, and provide upfront pricing so you know exactly what you are paying for ahead of time. You can count on our plumbers to deliver fast, affordable, and reliable plumbing services throughout the state of Maryland. Call us today, we look forward to serving you for years to come!
"Mr. Rooter booked a consultation appointment totally free of charge and provided a timeframe the service technician would show. On the day of I received a text message notifying me my tech was on the way with his name and picture. Also received a call from a rep telling me he would be arriving. Anthony was great. Looked at the problem I had and provided troubleshooting solutions. He quoted me a price and agreed to have him start work that day. He cleaned everything at the end of the job. Provided with a 30 day warranty."
Kassie S on May 2025
Dealing with a busted toilet? Cant seem to unclog that drain? Its time to call on your local Mr. Rooter® Plumbing. Since 1968 our full service residential and commercial plumbers have been available around-the-clock to tackle your plumbing service needs! We never charge extra, always stand behind our work, and provide upfront pricing so you know exactly what you are paying for ahead of time. You can count on our plumbers to deliver fast, affordable, and reliable plumbing services throughout the state of Maryland. Call us today, we look forward to serving you for years to come!
"Mr. Rooter booked a consultation appointment totally free of charge and provided a timeframe the service technician would show. On the day of I received a text message notifying me my tech was on the way with his name and picture. Also received a call from a rep telling me he would be arriving. Anthony was great. Looked at the problem I had and provided troubleshooting solutions. He quoted me a price and agreed to have him start work that day. He cleaned everything at the end of the job. Provided with a 30 day warranty."
Kassie S on May 2025
Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning - Your Trusted Licensed and Insured Plumber for Emergency Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, and Water Heater Services. With over 25+ years of industry experience, we’re a local business with a focus on building trust through quality service. Our plumber can fix any plumbing problem you have, including water heaters, sump pumps, toilet repairs, faucet repairs, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning are also known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow-draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines, and leaking or burst pipes. Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency services.
"They arrived early and completed the job in no time!"
Asia W on May 2025
Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning - Your Trusted Licensed and Insured Plumber for Emergency Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, and Water Heater Services. With over 25+ years of industry experience, we’re a local business with a focus on building trust through quality service. Our plumber can fix any plumbing problem you have, including water heaters, sump pumps, toilet repairs, faucet repairs, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning are also known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow-draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines, and leaking or burst pipes. Zo Plumbing and Drain Cleaning is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency services.
"They arrived early and completed the job in no time!"
Asia W on May 2025
We are full-service heating and air conditioning company that provides residential and light commercial service, installation and maintenance. We truly believe that if we focus on helping people and treat others with respect, our customers experience shall be an amazing one.
"poor customer service. service manager insulted me, called me derogatory names while defaming my character. when all I was looking for was for someone to right a wrong. I was actually looking forward to them coming to look at my furnace and was hoping to find a trusted company but was given the complete opposite of what I expected. first no one called me with an update, I had to call, then no one showed by 5pm after I waited patiently all day during their 8-5 window. finally at 5:10 i reached out again only to be met with an after hours line that couldn't help me at all. once I spoke to SM, he insulted me, called me derogatory names and defamed my character all because I was understandably upset for being "brushed off" by everyone I had come into contact the entire day and given excuse after excuse with no solution that was going to benefit me. Customer service and professionalism are lacking 100%"
Tracey S on December 2023
We are full-service heating and air conditioning company that provides residential and light commercial service, installation and maintenance. We truly believe that if we focus on helping people and treat others with respect, our customers experience shall be an amazing one.
"poor customer service. service manager insulted me, called me derogatory names while defaming my character. when all I was looking for was for someone to right a wrong. I was actually looking forward to them coming to look at my furnace and was hoping to find a trusted company but was given the complete opposite of what I expected. first no one called me with an update, I had to call, then no one showed by 5pm after I waited patiently all day during their 8-5 window. finally at 5:10 i reached out again only to be met with an after hours line that couldn't help me at all. once I spoke to SM, he insulted me, called me derogatory names and defamed my character all because I was understandably upset for being "brushed off" by everyone I had come into contact the entire day and given excuse after excuse with no solution that was going to benefit me. Customer service and professionalism are lacking 100%"
Tracey S on December 2023
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.