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John's Plumbing
4.5(
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Angi Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the moment I contacted Johns Plumbing I knew I was in the right place. The Contractor Adam is amazing, his explanation of the job and his willingness to work with me made me feel at ease. The ladies at the office Rose and Erika were right, he made me feel so good; even after the estimate. And when we finally got to the part of doing the work; Darren the pluming specialist was amazing!! Fast, polite, clean and neat! I Darren explained each step as he progressed and kept me informed throughout. Amazing,.. this company is # ONE !! Thank you .. John’s Plumbing !! D . Sierra"
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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E L Property Group
New to Angi

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a family owned business, providing home renovation services throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami Dade counties.

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IRP REMODELING, INC
4.5(
15
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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had to pay someone else to replace the baseboards they installed because they couldn’t join the seams properly."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Steambull CleanPro
5.0(
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"Excellent!!"
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Florida Residential Electric
5.0(
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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was quick to respond to my requests. He showed up on time and walked me through his process giving instructions. He went above and beyond to do things the right way. Would recommend him to anyone."
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John Johnson Electric Inc
5.0(
110
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In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

"Placed a call for service on Wednesday afternoon. John walked me thru what I needed done and said he would have other service calls in my area the next day. If that wasn't open for me, he could definitely schedule my job the next week. I agreed and received s call from Tim, the electrician, around noon on Thursday. If it was convenient he could be at my home in 30 minutes. It was and he arrived promptly. It took him about an hour to install the new fan and ceiling light fixture and then check the issue with the exterior motion sensor security lights. He worked quickly and answered all questions about what he found while working. The areas were immaculate when he was completed. I will be calling again with any future electrical needs and highly recommend this company."
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Oakland Park, FL

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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