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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.8(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1939

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Technician Jordan Thomas was on time, professional, friendly. Performed furnace cleaning quickly and removed all replaced filters. Explained work performed. Work was done under a service contract so no charge."
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+42

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kenyon's AP
4.6(
11
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Iam so glad I found Eric I had other company’s in to fix my problem but Eric found what the problem was.He is a amazing young man and knows his stuff so polite & caring I couldn’t be more grateful to have found him.He also fixed my toilet "
New furnace
Wall furnace
Wall furnace
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Wall furnace

+9

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Fazio Waterproofing & Enterprises
5.0(
1
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick Fazio is really excellent. Highly knowledgeable, professional, careful, and courteous. A real pleasure to work with. I was very comfortable trusting him with a complex project. Cost of the project was very reasonable. I highly recommend Fazio Waterproofing."
Fix Wet Basement and Foundation
Sump Pumps
Drainage Installation and Repair
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
S.J. Quinlan Construction
4.8(
20
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Steve to completely remodel our kitchen (new cabinets, appliances, new tile floor & backsplash, plus electrical, plumbing & painting) Steve and his crew were extremely efficient and the quality of their work was exceptional. Steve was very pro-active in communicating what was happening at the moment and what the next step in the process would be. The kitchen remodel took just over 2 weekswhich included waiting a fethe new countertops"
Foundation
Second floor finish work
Exterior
First floor finished
First floor loft

+3

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Schenectady, NY

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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