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Avatar for Doctor Rooter Plumbing
Doctor Rooter Plumbing
4.9(
20
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely the best company I have ever worked with!!!! clean, professional, expensive project for a fair price (you should’ve seen the quotes i received from other companies in richmond, YIKES)!!"
Fully finished - leak free
Sealed without any leaking
Shower Wall
Tub faucet missing gasket
Toilet constantly running

+13

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
136 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GRS Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.7(
52
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our exceptional service begin with a call and talking with Courtney. Top notch customer service! Gary gave us a quote to replace our electric counter top range with a gas range and to install a hood vent. I just cannot say enough about the caliber of work and the attention to detail that we received. GRS will always be our go to for any plumbing projects!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati
4.2(
173
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was not a foundation issue. Chris came and walked through all the locations which would’ve caused the dampness as a part of the free estimation and help me find the issue."
After Encapsulation
Before Slab Repair
After Slab Repair
Sump Pump
Wet Basement

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dauenhauer Plumbing
4.4(
102
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Respectful. Reliable. Service Reimagined.\nWe are the leading plumbing contractor in Kentucky. Our licensed plumbers serve residential and commercial clients in Louisville and Lexington. Our construction department is among the largest in the state.\n\nWe give each customer and project, regardless of size and cost, the same quality plumbing services while working within the customer's budget. We stand behind our workmanship long after the project is complete. \nOur people are what make the difference. Here's what you can expect from your Dauenhauer service technician:\n\nHighly skilled and trained to solve any problem\nHas passed extensive background checks and regular drug testing\nIdentifiable and proud to represent Dauenhauer\nProfessional and neatly uniformed\nDrives a Dauenhauer service vehicle equipped with a multitude of parts and tools\nWears shoe covers inside your home out of respect

123 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Lexington
4.3(
43
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The plumbers were great did a great job & very professional. The cost of just installing a faucet that I had was very high for the installation only."
Install
Install
Install
Install
Install

+22

Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Clog Busterz
4.3(
41
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Serving Richmond, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Y'all. I'm putting these people in my phone contacts as "My Plumbers." If being able to trust the people working in your home and knowing the work done is solid are your priorities, then stop right now and hire these guys. I have had a journey, and our house is very old. Our plumbing completely failed a week and a half ago, like... dig up the yard failure. After multiple companies either failed to address the problem, didn't show, ripped me off, or actually made the problem worse, I didn't know what to DO! I found these folks on Angie's List, and the reviews got me thinking, so I had them come out for a quote. They were one of the only companies that were able to get me in before Christmas, when all other places were telling me I'd be in a hotel ringing in the new year! They sent out Anthony and Josh. They have been like the plumbing dynamic duo - they communicate efficiently with one another, and know their job well enough that all the bajillions of hiccups inherent to an old house did not stop them from their goal of getting us back in our home for Christmas - and spend part of their Christmas Eve to make sure it happened for my family. AND they came with smiles on their faces in really horrible weather for an outside job in the cold. Anthony and Josh have been 100% honest with me and straightforward. They explained clearly what we needed done and gave me all the potential options to choose from. I never once felt like they were making unnecessary recommendations or trying to sell me anything. They were simply knowledgeable, helpful, and trustworthy. Theirs was not the cheapest quote, but sometimes you need to consider that you get what you pay for. The cheapest job was not my goal - a solid fix from a company I could trust to do other potential work without trying to sell me down the river was way more important. There's more work to be done, for sure. BUT - they will most definitely always be the ones to do it, and I could not recommend them more highly."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Richmond, KY

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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