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Detailed efficient dependable With over 4 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!
"Impressive shower installation! The team displayed excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and efficiency. The end result exceeded expectations, and I'm thoroughly satisfied with the service. Five stars!"
Stela J on December 2023
Detailed efficient dependable With over 4 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!
"Impressive shower installation! The team displayed excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and efficiency. The end result exceeded expectations, and I'm thoroughly satisfied with the service. Five stars!"
Stela J on December 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"David explained everything concisely and provided a clear scope of work. He and his team were prompt and the work was done well and clean."
Nicole W on August 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"David explained everything concisely and provided a clear scope of work. He and his team were prompt and the work was done well and clean."
Nicole W on August 2024
We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery.
"Julian and Giovanna Mechanical were terrific! They fixed the issue and were very fair with pricing. I would definitely hire them again!"
Lehua C on June 2025
We bring years of expertise and dedication to every project. With a strong background in customer service and technical proficiency, we prioritize delivering top-notch results that exceed expectations. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices. Whether it's troubleshooting complex issues or providing routine maintenance, we approach each task with precision and professionalism. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and exceptional service delivery.
"Julian and Giovanna Mechanical were terrific! They fixed the issue and were very fair with pricing. I would definitely hire them again!"
Lehua C on June 2025
Do you have a home project that is too big to handle? Give us a call. We are a full service GENERAL CONTRACTOR that can handle it all. From top of your home to the driveway; we do it all! We do all type of interior and exterior work. We are fully licensed and insured We are specialize in Concrete, Masonry, Roofing, Stucco, Patio, Pavers and Brick work. FREE ESTIMATES !!!
"The work was done very professionally and in a timely manner. I am very happy I chose this company to do my project. I will recommend this company to anyone one and ALL my friends."
Shirley G on March 2025
Do you have a home project that is too big to handle? Give us a call. We are a full service GENERAL CONTRACTOR that can handle it all. From top of your home to the driveway; we do it all! We do all type of interior and exterior work. We are fully licensed and insured We are specialize in Concrete, Masonry, Roofing, Stucco, Patio, Pavers and Brick work. FREE ESTIMATES !!!
"The work was done very professionally and in a timely manner. I am very happy I chose this company to do my project. I will recommend this company to anyone one and ALL my friends."
Shirley G on March 2025
Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.
"Everything went smoothly"
Hector R on December 2023
Quality 1st Basement Systems has been helping homeowners improve their homes for over 20 years. We have currently helped over 6,000 homeowners with All Things Basementy by designing effective solutions for their home’s needs. Whether our homeowners are interested in waterproofing a wet basement, fixing cracked foundation walls, insulating their crawl spaces, finishing their basements with mold-resistant materials, and raising concrete slabs, we can help! We’re currently the largest waterproofing company serving both residential and commercial clients in the tri-state area and are continuing to grow. As a member of the internationally renowned Basement Systems, Inc. network and Foundation Supportworks, Inc. network, we have global resources, but provide local service! The Basement Systems network thoroughly trains our employees at the Basement Systems, Inc. corporate headquarters in CT. Our hard work and dedication to our customers have earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and several Super Service Awards from Angie’s List. We service most of New Jersey, all 5 boroughs of New York City and certain parts of Pennsylvania. Thousands of homeowners have experienced the Quality 1st Basement Systems difference. We invite you to do your homework and check out our credentials and compare. Put our experience and integrity to work protecting your investment. Our reputation exceeds all others because of our culture of WOW customer service.
"Everything went smoothly"
Hector R on December 2023
General contractor, here to help you with concrete paver, concrete work, masonry, renovation of basement and bathroom
"Super đź‘Ś price was awesome and the work was fantastic. Changed the look of my driveway"
Zafer C on November 2024
General contractor, here to help you with concrete paver, concrete work, masonry, renovation of basement and bathroom
"Super đź‘Ś price was awesome and the work was fantastic. Changed the look of my driveway"
Zafer C on November 2024
Magic Rock Construction Inc. Is family owned and operated. The owner's husband & wife have years of experience. Our knowledge design experience makes Magic Rock Construction, Inc. Your one stop contractor for all of your home's needs. We value our clients and strives to provide each individual customer the best their home has the offer. We believe that every home can be the owner's paradise, they just have to dream it and we can make it come to life !!. Thank you!!
"The job went great every job I do with them is great Manny the owner is a wonderful guy he is patient and kind the crew is excellent Magic Rock is my go guys"
Jane S on September 2023
Magic Rock Construction Inc. Is family owned and operated. The owner's husband & wife have years of experience. Our knowledge design experience makes Magic Rock Construction, Inc. Your one stop contractor for all of your home's needs. We value our clients and strives to provide each individual customer the best their home has the offer. We believe that every home can be the owner's paradise, they just have to dream it and we can make it come to life !!. Thank you!!
"The job went great every job I do with them is great Manny the owner is a wonderful guy he is patient and kind the crew is excellent Magic Rock is my go guys"
Jane S on September 2023
Z Abedin Construction is backed with 32 years of experience! We specialize in high quality workmanship with fair pricing for all Brownstone Restoration and concrete projects. No job is too small or too big! We offer the highest-quality work with the most professional people. Our craftsmanship results in pride for our clients’, meeting their individual needs. At Z Abedin Construction, we pride ourselves on integrity, cleanliness, professional courtesy, timeliness, reliability and having a strong reputation among our clients! Thank you for considering Z Abedin Construction and we look forward to impressing you!
"What we expected to be an 8-week project ballooned into a 16-week project, delayed largely by rainy weather and perhaps some mis-scheduling on the company's end as it juggles multiple projects. Be aware that your project's projected timeframe may very likely be extended; Abedin is in high demand. This was the most frustrating part of the process, having the project at a standstill with a large 3-storey scaffolding out front blocking sunlight and bags of cements and other work items in the courtyard. However, whenever I did call Abedin to find out the status and when work would resume, he was readily accessible and responsive. The craftsmanship is exemplary and it's apparent that the workers are highly skilled and take great pride in their work. I also greatly appreciated that the workers cleaned the site daily after working. This is HUGELY important because the worksite is also my home and not an uninhabited construction site. This meant a great deal to me and Abedin was often on site or sent a supervisor on site to assist and inspect. Abedin is hands-on and has high standards, which keeps the works not only focused and accountable, but motivated. Here's an important tip: where possible, throughout the process, protect your historic fence and railings with a drop cloth because they, like the courtyard's surface, will be battered. Abedin promised to repaint after the work was completed and his guys did, but the repainting job did not match the quality of restoration work we had previously paid for with the ironwork restoration contractor. Despite the setbacks and extended project time, my husband and I are extremely happy with our restoration project and the craftsmanship. Our brownstone looks completely transformed and historic and beautiful! Should we have future brownstone restoration needs, Abedin will definitely be our choice. Thank you."
Glenda M F on July 2021
Z Abedin Construction is backed with 32 years of experience! We specialize in high quality workmanship with fair pricing for all Brownstone Restoration and concrete projects. No job is too small or too big! We offer the highest-quality work with the most professional people. Our craftsmanship results in pride for our clients’, meeting their individual needs. At Z Abedin Construction, we pride ourselves on integrity, cleanliness, professional courtesy, timeliness, reliability and having a strong reputation among our clients! Thank you for considering Z Abedin Construction and we look forward to impressing you!
"What we expected to be an 8-week project ballooned into a 16-week project, delayed largely by rainy weather and perhaps some mis-scheduling on the company's end as it juggles multiple projects. Be aware that your project's projected timeframe may very likely be extended; Abedin is in high demand. This was the most frustrating part of the process, having the project at a standstill with a large 3-storey scaffolding out front blocking sunlight and bags of cements and other work items in the courtyard. However, whenever I did call Abedin to find out the status and when work would resume, he was readily accessible and responsive. The craftsmanship is exemplary and it's apparent that the workers are highly skilled and take great pride in their work. I also greatly appreciated that the workers cleaned the site daily after working. This is HUGELY important because the worksite is also my home and not an uninhabited construction site. This meant a great deal to me and Abedin was often on site or sent a supervisor on site to assist and inspect. Abedin is hands-on and has high standards, which keeps the works not only focused and accountable, but motivated. Here's an important tip: where possible, throughout the process, protect your historic fence and railings with a drop cloth because they, like the courtyard's surface, will be battered. Abedin promised to repaint after the work was completed and his guys did, but the repainting job did not match the quality of restoration work we had previously paid for with the ironwork restoration contractor. Despite the setbacks and extended project time, my husband and I are extremely happy with our restoration project and the craftsmanship. Our brownstone looks completely transformed and historic and beautiful! Should we have future brownstone restoration needs, Abedin will definitely be our choice. Thank you."
Glenda M F on July 2021
J B Contracting is a second generation family owned business. The company was started in 1973. The company prides itself on a tradition of excellence begun over 30 years ago. All of our jobs are owner supervised, assuring you of complete satisfaction. The company has grown successfully over the years as masonry contractors and in equipment and machine rental business. This is due to the many referrals and recommendations from our satisfied customers. To find out more please click here for our masonry contracting work. Additional DBAs - J B Custom Masonry, JB Battaglia & J B Contracting, New York Construction 69 Co Inc. Additional contact name - Joseph Battaglia. Family owned. Additional services: Gutter Repair & Replacement. Hauling. Landscaping. Hardscaping. Marble. Masonry. Metal Fabrication. Painting Exterior. Patios. Plumbing. Pressure Washing. Remodeling - General, Basements, Kitchen & Bathroom. Equipment Rentals. Roofing. Stucco. Tree Work.
"**Recommendation for JB Contracting** I had the pleasure of working with Joe, the owner of JB Contracting, on a recent project, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Joe was incredibly attentive and punctual throughout the entire process, ensuring that every detail was handled with care and professionalism. The project involved the demolition of a concrete floor, leveling of the ground, and the pouring and finishing of a new concrete slab. Joe and his team executed the work efficiently and to a high standard, delivering exactly what was promised. The quality of the finished product exceeded my expectations, and it was clear that Joe takes great pride in his work. I truly appreciate the dedication and expertise that Joe brought to the project, and I look forward to working with him and JB Contracting again in the future. I highly recommend JB Contracting to anyone in need of reliable and skilled contracting services."
Rafael d on January 2025
J B Contracting is a second generation family owned business. The company was started in 1973. The company prides itself on a tradition of excellence begun over 30 years ago. All of our jobs are owner supervised, assuring you of complete satisfaction. The company has grown successfully over the years as masonry contractors and in equipment and machine rental business. This is due to the many referrals and recommendations from our satisfied customers. To find out more please click here for our masonry contracting work. Additional DBAs - J B Custom Masonry, JB Battaglia & J B Contracting, New York Construction 69 Co Inc. Additional contact name - Joseph Battaglia. Family owned. Additional services: Gutter Repair & Replacement. Hauling. Landscaping. Hardscaping. Marble. Masonry. Metal Fabrication. Painting Exterior. Patios. Plumbing. Pressure Washing. Remodeling - General, Basements, Kitchen & Bathroom. Equipment Rentals. Roofing. Stucco. Tree Work.
"**Recommendation for JB Contracting** I had the pleasure of working with Joe, the owner of JB Contracting, on a recent project, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Joe was incredibly attentive and punctual throughout the entire process, ensuring that every detail was handled with care and professionalism. The project involved the demolition of a concrete floor, leveling of the ground, and the pouring and finishing of a new concrete slab. Joe and his team executed the work efficiently and to a high standard, delivering exactly what was promised. The quality of the finished product exceeded my expectations, and it was clear that Joe takes great pride in his work. I truly appreciate the dedication and expertise that Joe brought to the project, and I look forward to working with him and JB Contracting again in the future. I highly recommend JB Contracting to anyone in need of reliable and skilled contracting services."
Rafael d on January 2025
Our company was founded by the former President Salvatore Messina. Mr. Messina instilled in all his employees a superb work ethic and a sense of pride in their accomplishments. These principals are carried out today through Mr. Messina's son Patsy. Patsy Messina is the current President and owner of Lapietra Contracting Corp. Now in its second generation of family ownership and is looking toward the future. Our founder, Salvatore Messina brought with him to America old Italian style and craftsmanship which is upheld by his son Patsy and our crews of skilled craftsmen.
"Excellent!! Showed up on time and work completed as scheduled. All around professional."
Donald N on December 2020
Our company was founded by the former President Salvatore Messina. Mr. Messina instilled in all his employees a superb work ethic and a sense of pride in their accomplishments. These principals are carried out today through Mr. Messina's son Patsy. Patsy Messina is the current President and owner of Lapietra Contracting Corp. Now in its second generation of family ownership and is looking toward the future. Our founder, Salvatore Messina brought with him to America old Italian style and craftsmanship which is upheld by his son Patsy and our crews of skilled craftsmen.
"Excellent!! Showed up on time and work completed as scheduled. All around professional."
Donald N on December 2020
FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Manhattan, NY
Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.
Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.
A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.
Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.
Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.
Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.
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