PRA Co Contracting LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 19 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Minnesota Concrete Structures did a great job on the steps and sidewalk they did for us! The final result was just what we wanted. They worked fast and cleaned the job site well when finished."
Homeowner on August 2010
PRA Co Contracting LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 19 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Minnesota Concrete Structures did a great job on the steps and sidewalk they did for us! The final result was just what we wanted. They worked fast and cleaned the job site well when finished."
Homeowner on August 2010
Innovative Basement Authority (IBA), A Groundworks Company, helps homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, and Wisconsin. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Innovative Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Jared arrived for his appointment and was extremely complete with informing us everything that needed to be done. He answered every question and was extremely thorough. Josh and his crew came in 3 weeks later and absolutely rocked this job. Extremely professional. Took special care to make sure all of our personal belongings were covered and not damaged at all. We are ecstatic at how quick they completed this job and how great everything looks. Wish I could rate more than 5 stars, because these guys are worth 10 stars. Highly recommend "
Dana V on April 2025
Innovative Basement Authority (IBA), A Groundworks Company, helps homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, and Wisconsin. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Innovative Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Jared arrived for his appointment and was extremely complete with informing us everything that needed to be done. He answered every question and was extremely thorough. Josh and his crew came in 3 weeks later and absolutely rocked this job. Extremely professional. Took special care to make sure all of our personal belongings were covered and not damaged at all. We are ecstatic at how quick they completed this job and how great everything looks. Wish I could rate more than 5 stars, because these guys are worth 10 stars. Highly recommend "
Dana V on April 2025
All-Star Basements is based out of Rochester, Minnesota and covers Southern Minnesota including the Twin Cities area, Western Wisconsin and parts of Northeast Iowa. Our team is committed to solving our customers' Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, or Crawl Space needs and offering multiple solutions to choose from.
"I’m very pleased with the job All Star did raising our driveway to meet our garage floor! Kenny, Greg, and Devon were friendly and helpful."
Dave C on June 2023
All-Star Basements is based out of Rochester, Minnesota and covers Southern Minnesota including the Twin Cities area, Western Wisconsin and parts of Northeast Iowa. Our team is committed to solving our customers' Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, or Crawl Space needs and offering multiple solutions to choose from.
"I’m very pleased with the job All Star did raising our driveway to meet our garage floor! Kenny, Greg, and Devon were friendly and helpful."
Dave C on June 2023
We at Liebenow Waterproofing focus on quality projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Great job"
David R on April 2023
We at Liebenow Waterproofing focus on quality projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Great job"
David R on April 2023
Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.
"Very well. Dishwasher is again working; parts came in on time and repairman was efficient and informative. Would use this provider again."
William & Marilyn F on January 2020
Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.
"Very well. Dishwasher is again working; parts came in on time and repairman was efficient and informative. Would use this provider again."
William & Marilyn F on January 2020
Five Star Bath Solutions of Minnesota is a full service bathroom remodeler specializing in bath and shower remodeling and installations. We offer leading solutions for bath and shower remodeling, including custom bath-wall systems, new bathtubs or tub to shower conversion, walk-in bathtubs, vanities, flooring and much more. We provide quality bath and shower remodeling at an affordable price.
"Bathroom wet space (tub) remodel with Five Star Baths went smoothly for the most part! The transformation is stunning! The quality of the work is exceptional—everything looks polished and feels durable. Communication was somewhat challenging. It was difficult to find a suitable time to connect and discuss the project in detail within my work hours and the hours they have available. Additionally, the final inspection took longer than expected to schedule. I had to personally reach out to coordinate a time that would work and had the expectation that someone would reach out within the next few weeks after the renovations. While this added some extra steps to the process, once the inspection was arranged, the team was efficient in completing it. Overall, I’m thrilled with the end result and would still recommend their services!"
Gao N on January 2025
Five Star Bath Solutions of Minnesota is a full service bathroom remodeler specializing in bath and shower remodeling and installations. We offer leading solutions for bath and shower remodeling, including custom bath-wall systems, new bathtubs or tub to shower conversion, walk-in bathtubs, vanities, flooring and much more. We provide quality bath and shower remodeling at an affordable price.
"Bathroom wet space (tub) remodel with Five Star Baths went smoothly for the most part! The transformation is stunning! The quality of the work is exceptional—everything looks polished and feels durable. Communication was somewhat challenging. It was difficult to find a suitable time to connect and discuss the project in detail within my work hours and the hours they have available. Additionally, the final inspection took longer than expected to schedule. I had to personally reach out to coordinate a time that would work and had the expectation that someone would reach out within the next few weeks after the renovations. While this added some extra steps to the process, once the inspection was arranged, the team was efficient in completing it. Overall, I’m thrilled with the end result and would still recommend their services!"
Gao N on January 2025
"Minnesota Made" custom cabinets, made locally for your kitchen or bath. Our company has also installed thousands of custom replacement windows and we offer a "100% Satisfaction Guaranteed" pledge. Fully licensed & insured. We also offer both attic & wall insulation, foam, fiberglass or cellulose.
"Craftmasters - they did a great work!!! I love how my kitchen turned out it is beautiful!!! They were efficient, they did quality work they did it with care and professionalism. Their communication was great!! Always making sure everything was fine, if I had any questions and they were able to fulfill my requests."
Melete G on April 2025
"Minnesota Made" custom cabinets, made locally for your kitchen or bath. Our company has also installed thousands of custom replacement windows and we offer a "100% Satisfaction Guaranteed" pledge. Fully licensed & insured. We also offer both attic & wall insulation, foam, fiberglass or cellulose.
"Craftmasters - they did a great work!!! I love how my kitchen turned out it is beautiful!!! They were efficient, they did quality work they did it with care and professionalism. Their communication was great!! Always making sure everything was fine, if I had any questions and they were able to fulfill my requests."
Melete G on April 2025
4 Seasons Construction Inc. is a locally owned and operated remodeling company specializing in custom kitchen & bathroom remodeling solutions since 1998. We have over 20 years experience, licensed and insured. We pride ourselves on our experience and exceptional craftsmanship, service and turnaround.
"Steve and his crew are excellent to work with! They got the project done quickly and efficiently! My new basement looks fantastic!"
Tammy H on January 2025
4 Seasons Construction Inc. is a locally owned and operated remodeling company specializing in custom kitchen & bathroom remodeling solutions since 1998. We have over 20 years experience, licensed and insured. We pride ourselves on our experience and exceptional craftsmanship, service and turnaround.
"Steve and his crew are excellent to work with! They got the project done quickly and efficiently! My new basement looks fantastic!"
Tammy H on January 2025
American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!
"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"
Rachel A on February 2025
American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!
"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"
Rachel A on February 2025
Great Lakes Home Renovations has been exceeding the expectations of homeowners in the Twin Cities and beyond since 1995. We specialize in bathroom remodeling. Of course, we also love visiting your project; in-home inspections and design consultations are always free. All of the products we feature come with a lifetime warranty, are low maintenance and easy to clean. We won't install anything in your home we wouldn't put on our own home. In Bathroom Remodeling, we feature solid-surface products by Re-Bath and Onyx (NO MORE GROUT) that are easy-to-clean, low maintenance, fit into most budgets and come with Lifetime Warranties. We take pride in doing the job right. In bathrooms, we don't just cover up the problem of an old tub or shower, but replace it. We not only have our own employees that do the installations but also pull permits, get inspections and even offer financing options. On all projects, we offer a wide variety of colors and style options to fit virtually every style. You can rest easy knowing your project is done right and materials are guaranteed for life!
"Recently had Great Lakes Renovations totally gut our bathroom. The tiling was superbly done. The job was completed in time allotted. Cleanup was completed each night. There were no surprises or hidden /unexpected costs. The crew was professional and friendly. They listened and consulted with my wife. Smart guys."
dale r on July 2024
Great Lakes Home Renovations has been exceeding the expectations of homeowners in the Twin Cities and beyond since 1995. We specialize in bathroom remodeling. Of course, we also love visiting your project; in-home inspections and design consultations are always free. All of the products we feature come with a lifetime warranty, are low maintenance and easy to clean. We won't install anything in your home we wouldn't put on our own home. In Bathroom Remodeling, we feature solid-surface products by Re-Bath and Onyx (NO MORE GROUT) that are easy-to-clean, low maintenance, fit into most budgets and come with Lifetime Warranties. We take pride in doing the job right. In bathrooms, we don't just cover up the problem of an old tub or shower, but replace it. We not only have our own employees that do the installations but also pull permits, get inspections and even offer financing options. On all projects, we offer a wide variety of colors and style options to fit virtually every style. You can rest easy knowing your project is done right and materials are guaranteed for life!
"Recently had Great Lakes Renovations totally gut our bathroom. The tiling was superbly done. The job was completed in time allotted. Cleanup was completed each night. There were no surprises or hidden /unexpected costs. The crew was professional and friendly. They listened and consulted with my wife. Smart guys."
dale r on July 2024
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.