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Southern Plumbing of Virginia
4.7(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was friendly. Very knowledgeable and accurate. He knew exactly what he was doing. Great attitude. He also, didnt leave a mess. "
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Tiger C Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company to hire and to have work done. The crew works hard to make sure the prep work is done almost properly. They encapsulated the crawlspace, installed a sump pump & dehumidifier. All within days. I am hiring them again to level the house."
New Lintel Installation
Drainage Pipe
Rotten Wood
Drainage System for Yard
Trench for Drainage System

+33

Response time1 day
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JES Foundation Repair
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tony Hall was professional, helpful and knowledgeable. I don't know how it could have been any better."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

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Copper Fox Foundation Repair
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Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with Copper Fox was absolutely terrible. The sales representative, Harold, assured me the project was 2-3 weeks. We started the project in early May. Copper Fox was very gracious and took a two hour lunch break instead of a one hour lunch break everyday so that my son could sleep. I knew that this accommodation would likely make the project take a little longer, but would only affect the loud portion of construction which was framing and some of the screwing during the installation of drywall. Copper Fox did not finish the project until the end of September because they failed to order materials in a timely manner. On top of the project delay the workmanship was extremely shoddy and they failed to communicate with me in a timely manner. Their "project manager" barely came to site and didn't show up for the final inspection I had to handle it myself. I am happy to share my contract and all email correspondence."
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Supercharged Mechanical, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m Cecil, owner of Supercharged Mechanical. We provide professional HVAC, electrical, and plumbing services for residential and commercial customers, covering everything from routine service to full new‑construction installations. With over 20 years of hands‑on experience, we bring expertise, reliability, and strong attention to detail to every project.\nWe are fully licensed and insured, and we are proud to offer pricing that outperforms most competitors. Our commercial work includes trusted names such as VDOT, Cato, and Lowe’s.

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Serve You Group
New to Angi

Serving Montpelier, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Montpelier, VA

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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