Groundworks provides dependable foundation repair, basement waterproofing, concrete lifting, and crawl space solutions for Connecticut homes. Our commitment enhances the value and safety of homes within our community.
"Aaron Lenker add Corbin Gillichbauer of Groundworks leveled concrete walks around my corner lot in Montoursville Pa. They arrived around noon time and were finished about 5 1/2 hours later. They did their work very professionally. They did an excellent job. I would rate their work 5 of 5 stars."
Don W on March 2025
Groundworks provides dependable foundation repair, basement waterproofing, concrete lifting, and crawl space solutions for Connecticut homes. Our commitment enhances the value and safety of homes within our community.
"Aaron Lenker add Corbin Gillichbauer of Groundworks leveled concrete walks around my corner lot in Montoursville Pa. They arrived around noon time and were finished about 5 1/2 hours later. They did their work very professionally. They did an excellent job. I would rate their work 5 of 5 stars."
Don W on March 2025
Sundahl Restoration LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Christian and the entire Sundahl team were great. Super professional, tidy and most importantly thorough. They were easy to work with and I always felt comfortable with their suggestions and open communication. The main foreman Jean was super knowledgeable. This was our second job with them and without question would book a third. I Highly recommend."
Jonathan k on January 2025
Sundahl Restoration LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Christian and the entire Sundahl team were great. Super professional, tidy and most importantly thorough. They were easy to work with and I always felt comfortable with their suggestions and open communication. The main foreman Jean was super knowledgeable. This was our second job with them and without question would book a third. I Highly recommend."
Jonathan k on January 2025
Total Mechanical Systems has been serving Connecticut homeowners for 20+ years. TMS is Connecticut's leading provider of residential HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Water Treatment, Water Heating, and Indoor Air Quality installation, repair, and maintenance comfort solutions. We are a Connecticut Green Bank award winner, Nextdoor Favorite, BBB A+ rated, Google Guaranteed, Carrier Presidential Award Winner, Angi Super Service Award winner, and winner in the Best of Hartford readers poll. We are a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and are also proud to be home services partners with the largest home improvement retailers in the country. Experience TOTAL Comfort with TMS... where Trust Meets Service. "TMS Does It Best!" (860) 661-1991
"They completed the job well and gave a senior discount, but their price was high to begin with."
Chris M on March 2025
Total Mechanical Systems has been serving Connecticut homeowners for 20+ years. TMS is Connecticut's leading provider of residential HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Water Treatment, Water Heating, and Indoor Air Quality installation, repair, and maintenance comfort solutions. We are a Connecticut Green Bank award winner, Nextdoor Favorite, BBB A+ rated, Google Guaranteed, Carrier Presidential Award Winner, Angi Super Service Award winner, and winner in the Best of Hartford readers poll. We are a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and are also proud to be home services partners with the largest home improvement retailers in the country. Experience TOTAL Comfort with TMS... where Trust Meets Service. "TMS Does It Best!" (860) 661-1991
"They completed the job well and gave a senior discount, but their price was high to begin with."
Chris M on March 2025
Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.
"Annual service on 2 sump pumps efficiently and expertly performed. Technician pointed out need for replacement of 1 pump, providing several estimates."
Randall K on April 2025
Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.
"Annual service on 2 sump pumps efficiently and expertly performed. Technician pointed out need for replacement of 1 pump, providing several estimates."
Randall K on April 2025
The professional plumbing technicians at Prestige Plumbing Werks dedicate themselves to making sure your plumbing system is safe, secure, and will work as intended.
"Great company, they communicate so well and the work they do is great!"
Jeffrey B on April 2025
The professional plumbing technicians at Prestige Plumbing Werks dedicate themselves to making sure your plumbing system is safe, secure, and will work as intended.
"Great company, they communicate so well and the work they do is great!"
Jeffrey B on April 2025
A&A Waterproofing is a locally owned family company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. The main reason why we keep our five star rating is our finished product and customer service.
"I had so many issues with the moisture in my basement. Alan returned my call within hours, gave me a quote (far below others I priced out), scheduled the work and came out within 2 days, completing the work quicker than I could have hoped for. I would recommend A & A Basement Waterproofing to anyone and everyone!"
David H on April 2025
A&A Waterproofing is a locally owned family company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. The main reason why we keep our five star rating is our finished product and customer service.
"I had so many issues with the moisture in my basement. Alan returned my call within hours, gave me a quote (far below others I priced out), scheduled the work and came out within 2 days, completing the work quicker than I could have hoped for. I would recommend A & A Basement Waterproofing to anyone and everyone!"
David H on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"I wasn’t very happy with the price and the did the job the next day"
Michael T on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"I wasn’t very happy with the price and the did the job the next day"
Michael T on March 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He did a fantastic job.I am more than satisfied."
Robert R on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He did a fantastic job.I am more than satisfied."
Robert R on April 2025
Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.
"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."
Marcy W on October 2024
Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.
"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."
Marcy W on October 2024
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Usein did a great job at finishing my basement for the second time. He did a great job, and was responsive to minor changes to original plan. I would use him again and surely recommend to friends and family."
Manohar P on May 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Usein did a great job at finishing my basement for the second time. He did a great job, and was responsive to minor changes to original plan. I would use him again and surely recommend to friends and family."
Manohar P on May 2025
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.