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Avatar for Premier Basement Waterproofing LLC
Premier Basement Waterproofing LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nelson was on- time, very knowledgeable about the sump pump. He was VERY helpful when informing me on the responsibilities of our township to our situation with the sewage problem we're having. All round great service I would definitely use this company again."
French drain
Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, LLC
Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had blue umbrella do a French drain and three new sump pumps in basement. Excellent work with high quality materials. Worked with Tony who was extremely professional and nice. The owner Steve also came by the site to check on progress and whether I had any questions. He also followed up after which was great. Wilson the foreman was really helpful during the process. Also, had quotes from several other vendors and Blue Umbrella was the most competitive. High quality work with professional team. Highly recommend."
OUR WORK
CARBON FIBER STRAP
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Just In Case Plumbing & Heating LLC
Just In Case Plumbing & Heating LLC
5.0(
54
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Alec was professional and explained what needed to be done to clear the lavatory drain with an electric snake. He installed new angle stop for lavatory. He supplied and installed two supply lines for the faucet. The old valves were rusty and did not work like they used to. Alec said the old valves could leak in the future, and we did not want that to happen. They arrived on time and continued working until the job was complete."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
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Basement Bathroom
Water Heaters Project

+14

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.2(
538
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andrew and Rob came out after our sump pump failed. They were prompt and gave exceptional service. Very professional. They were helpful and even offered to help clean up the water. Highly recommend them!!"
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Correct Your Smelly Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space

+16

561 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.
4.2(
214
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This type of work should be on â dirty jobsâ . These guys worked all day in a pretty awful NJ winter day but kept things as clean as possible, replaced 2 existing sumps with their triple sump and a supersump. Very happy with the install and peace of mind with the battery back up included in the triple sump."
Driveway Restored With PolyLevel
NJ Basement Remodeled
Dark Basement Transformed
Basement Transformation
Unfinished Bedroom

+251

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Advanced Professional Management, LLC
4.2(
937
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had their technician (Julian) hook up & tested my pool pump, also fix a clogged toilet. Julian was very thorough and explained everything that needed to be done through the entire job. Couldn’t be more happier with their service, I do find their price is on the high side, however I would definitely recommend & hire them again as not all plumbers or even pool company would come & hook up existing pump"
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+33

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alliance Service Professionals, LLC
4.3(
22
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service from Alliance Service Pros was fantastic! Tom Kensinger was my service pro and he delivered above and beyond my expectations. The flower bed in front of my house next to the foudation was very soggy and water was coming through the foundation into my house; assumed a water or sewer leak. Chalres from Alliance pros investigated the situation, throughouly examined the situation, checked all township/state codes and then provided a compeitive quote. Two days later Tom was onsite for the repair, it was around 90-95 degrees. He hand dug 6 ft of earth to uncover a broken water line in the foundation. Tom overcame serveral challenges with main water line shutoff not working, significant flooding while digging to get the job down. He also brought a change of clothes, before coming into the house to not muddy up my house/basement. He repaired the waterline outside and through the house and then sealed the water line and the sewer line in the foundation in and out. He took care on digging to separate the mulch and dirt, so upon refilling the hole he could leave it as he left. Lastly, he hosed down all areas of my porch, driveway and sidewalk. Basically looked liked it was never touched. He worked 12 hours and promised to not leave until we had water that night. I have never seen this dedication from a trade professional before and my long review is a return in kind for the level of work he showed my family. They will be my go to plumbing professionals from now on."
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+19

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Princeton, NJ

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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