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JES Foundation Repair
4.0(
747
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foundation repair- maybe? but the work was crawl space french drains hooked up to a sump pump that tied into an oudoor downspout for drainage. All was performed professionally & I am satisfied with the results."
Protect Your Basement
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

131 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Michael & Son Services, Inc.
3.3(
234
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Burnett provided excellent plumbing service. He replaced my toilet in the bathroom and water hoses for my wash machine. I appreciated his care, skills, and professionalism, I highly recommend Mr. Burnett for plumbing work."
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Fully Stocked Trucks

+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Plumb Magic, LLC
4.6(
87
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The service provided by the company was outstanding. Their service technician was very knowledgeable, came out and explained the procedure and install the sump pump the very next day after the service call. I would definitely use this company again. Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Professional Plumbing Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
75
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great crew that came out to do the work. Quick response to our needs (well pump stopped working on a Sunday morning). Called them, technician was out in @ 1-hr to troubleshoot our loss of water in the house. Their crew was out first thing Monday to replace the pump. Good communication, great work, and follow up to ensure all was to our satisfaction. Highly recommended."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Manassas
4.4(
718
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic. Marco LaFuente-Aranibar diagnosed the problem immediately which was that the heat pump was frozen due to the snow and recent cold weather. He assisted in correcting the issue by resetting the sensor and then standing in the cold and poured hot water on the compressor to ensure that my heat was working before he left. The best thing is that Marco did all this with a smile on his face and he explained what he was doing the entire time. Great customer service."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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3-D Roger Rooter Plumbing, LLC
4.2(
40
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We called late afternoon and they came out that evening even though it was not an emergency. The work was completed quickly, and he took the time to point a pipe installation error from original construction of house. I will definitely use this company again!
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Owner - Roger W Richards Sr
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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CSI Home and Commercial Services
4.6(
80
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Serving Montross, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CSI was flexible and was able to schedule a home inspector the day after I got a bid accepted on a house. The inspector, Patrick, showed up on time and the inspection took about 4 hours. Patrick was responsive to any questions I had by email or live during the inspection. My one recommendation is that I requested a pest, mold, radon, and home inspection. It would be a better heads up if they explained that they sometimes outsource the radon inspection depending on availability of radon inspectors. Also, they can explain a bit more for new home buyers what is involved with a mold inspection. Patrick ended up just eyeing whether he spotted any mold. Because he did not see any mold, we did not have to pay extra for mold samples."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Montross, 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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