Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair, basement waterproofing and wall repair, and concrete repair needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the northwest Washington area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.
"Highly recommend. From my consultation with Kirsten to the the job with Wyatt and his crew of Tucker and Quevin, everything was done in a professional manner. If I owned the company these are the kind of employees I would want to have working for me!"
Vern J on December 2024
Groundworks specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair, basement waterproofing and wall repair, and concrete repair needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the northwest Washington area. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation.
"Highly recommend. From my consultation with Kirsten to the the job with Wyatt and his crew of Tucker and Quevin, everything was done in a professional manner. If I owned the company these are the kind of employees I would want to have working for me!"
Vern J on December 2024
At About Plumbing, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very quick, professional, and knowledgeable."
Lindsey S on December 2024
At About Plumbing, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very quick, professional, and knowledgeable."
Lindsey S on December 2024
John's Waterproofing Co. is the premier waterproofing company serving in Oregon and Washington for over 50 years. We Specialize in Basement and Crawlspace Waterproofing and Repairs, we offer free inspections and estimates along with caring customer service. Contact our office today for your waterproofing needs!
"John’s was quick to respond and were able to get us on the schedule quickly. They communicated effectively and did quality work. I will work with John’s again."
Matt H on October 2022
John's Waterproofing Co. is the premier waterproofing company serving in Oregon and Washington for over 50 years. We Specialize in Basement and Crawlspace Waterproofing and Repairs, we offer free inspections and estimates along with caring customer service. Contact our office today for your waterproofing needs!
"John’s was quick to respond and were able to get us on the schedule quickly. They communicated effectively and did quality work. I will work with John’s again."
Matt H on October 2022
Plumbing Champions is built on hard work and hands-on experience in the plumbing industry. We serve residential clients, providing reliable plumbing solutions for every challenge, from faucet installations to unexpected repairs. What we enjoy most is meeting new people and tackling new challenges each day. With experience across various companies, we know how to deliver superior service and results that exceed expectations. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the costumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Anthony was extremely efficient and very friendly. We couldn't be happier!"
Jarek T on March 2025
Plumbing Champions is built on hard work and hands-on experience in the plumbing industry. We serve residential clients, providing reliable plumbing solutions for every challenge, from faucet installations to unexpected repairs. What we enjoy most is meeting new people and tackling new challenges each day. With experience across various companies, we know how to deliver superior service and results that exceed expectations. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the costumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Anthony was extremely efficient and very friendly. We couldn't be happier!"
Jarek T on March 2025
All Pro Plumbing is a locally owned, full-service plumber that has 35 years of experience serving the Puget Sound. We offer expert installation and repair by a team of highly skilled and trained professionals who are the best in the business. As our business grows, we continue to take pride in providing honest work and quality that speaks for itself. The best in town is just a phone call away! **Over the phone quote. General Liability Insurance AM9063777 valid thru 7/01/2018
"Quality professional service but very high prices."
Michael S on April 2025
All Pro Plumbing is a locally owned, full-service plumber that has 35 years of experience serving the Puget Sound. We offer expert installation and repair by a team of highly skilled and trained professionals who are the best in the business. As our business grows, we continue to take pride in providing honest work and quality that speaks for itself. The best in town is just a phone call away! **Over the phone quote. General Liability Insurance AM9063777 valid thru 7/01/2018
"Quality professional service but very high prices."
Michael S on April 2025
You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!
"He did quality work! He was very accommodating and did the project we designed. He worked weekends to finish the project on time. Everything is beautiful! We love being in the new space! He is also a really great guy! Someone that you donâ t mind having in your home! I would hire him again!"
Brandi Q on March 2024
You've visualized the perfect design for your home over and over. Now it's time to make the dream a reality! Whether you're looking to create a more minimalist feel or a more stylistically-driven interior living space, Sound Hart Builders can get you there through our defined, turnkey, full-service remodeling process. We'll manage the project from A-Z, including sub contractors and material providers. Allowing you the freedom to keep up with your busy life. Sounds Hart Builders specialize in an all-in-one approach to home improvement: We coordinate all aspects of your project. We manage design. We handle the permitting process. We work closely with skilled professionals of every trade. We complete post-job cleanup. The vision you have for your home remodeling project can come to life faster and easier than you imagined. Sound Harts experienced professionals have spent 15 years helping Washingtonians turn their spaces into dream homes that reflect their personalities!
"He did quality work! He was very accommodating and did the project we designed. He worked weekends to finish the project on time. Everything is beautiful! We love being in the new space! He is also a really great guy! Someone that you donâ t mind having in your home! I would hire him again!"
Brandi Q on March 2024
Are you looking for home improvement or bathroom remodeling advice? Luxury Bath is privately owned and been in business for over 15 years. It is the number one trusted resource for customers looking to update their bathroom or have a complete bathroom remodel. If you’re wanting advice on how to make your bathroom larger, how to remodel on a budget, or even looking for a local bathroom remodeler, Luxury Bath has the answers to all your remodeling questions. Open showroom available in Redmond too!!!!
"The people at Luxury Bath were knowledgeable about what would fit our space and needs. They helped with the planning and placement of the shower, window, cupboards, and bidet in our complete bathroom remodel. Their quote was very reasonable. They were able to do each of the jobs without hiring an outside contractor. They were very timely, committed to our project from start to finish. We were able to do the major renovation within two weeks. The workers were very courteous, friendly, and were able to answer questions we had. They gave us the present of a beautiful new bathroom, satisfying. Our needs is aging adults."
Janet J on March 2025
Are you looking for home improvement or bathroom remodeling advice? Luxury Bath is privately owned and been in business for over 15 years. It is the number one trusted resource for customers looking to update their bathroom or have a complete bathroom remodel. If you’re wanting advice on how to make your bathroom larger, how to remodel on a budget, or even looking for a local bathroom remodeler, Luxury Bath has the answers to all your remodeling questions. Open showroom available in Redmond too!!!!
"The people at Luxury Bath were knowledgeable about what would fit our space and needs. They helped with the planning and placement of the shower, window, cupboards, and bidet in our complete bathroom remodel. Their quote was very reasonable. They were able to do each of the jobs without hiring an outside contractor. They were very timely, committed to our project from start to finish. We were able to do the major renovation within two weeks. The workers were very courteous, friendly, and were able to answer questions we had. They gave us the present of a beautiful new bathroom, satisfying. Our needs is aging adults."
Janet J on March 2025
Skyline Construction and Remodel specializes in cabinet, door, and millwork installation, custom carpentry work, floating floor installation drywall framing and more. We work with both residential and commercial markets. Licensed, bonded, and insured. https://sites.google.com/view/skylineconstructionandremodel/home?authuser=1
"Work went very well and smooth and finished on time. Very thorough and cleanup was great. Highly recommend."
Don C on October 2023
Skyline Construction and Remodel specializes in cabinet, door, and millwork installation, custom carpentry work, floating floor installation drywall framing and more. We work with both residential and commercial markets. Licensed, bonded, and insured. https://sites.google.com/view/skylineconstructionandremodel/home?authuser=1
"Work went very well and smooth and finished on time. Very thorough and cleanup was great. Highly recommend."
Don C on October 2023
At Five Star Bath Solutions, we focus solely on the bathroom so you can get the best experience possible. Specializing our work means that we have more time to focus on each project and much more experience in doing that type of remodeling. We are experts in Shower and Tub Conversions, Bath Remodel, Bath & Shower Combo, New Shower Safety & Accessibility Walk-In Baths.
At Five Star Bath Solutions, we focus solely on the bathroom so you can get the best experience possible. Specializing our work means that we have more time to focus on each project and much more experience in doing that type of remodeling. We are experts in Shower and Tub Conversions, Bath Remodel, Bath & Shower Combo, New Shower Safety & Accessibility Walk-In Baths.
Fourth generation family plumbing company and Veteran owned and operated We provide same day service and emergency dispatch to get your issue resolved. We give you upfront pricing for every job so you know the bottom line and only start once you approve the job upfront. We accept checks, ALL major credit and debit cards, ACH, online payments, and of course cash. We are a professional service, repair, replacement/install, and drain cleaning company and treat you and your home or place of business with respect.
"Good experience and outcome."
Marita S on February 2025
Fourth generation family plumbing company and Veteran owned and operated We provide same day service and emergency dispatch to get your issue resolved. We give you upfront pricing for every job so you know the bottom line and only start once you approve the job upfront. We accept checks, ALL major credit and debit cards, ACH, online payments, and of course cash. We are a professional service, repair, replacement/install, and drain cleaning company and treat you and your home or place of business with respect.
"Good experience and outcome."
Marita S on February 2025
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.