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American Plumbing
4.4(
51
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"They were on time and did really good quality work. The work was done fast and it had started raining during the time they were working, but it didn't stop or slow them down. I couldn't have ask for a better company to do my work. It's such a joy to find a company that you can trust to do a great job at a very fair price. They will be the first company I call if I need anymore plumbing done in the future. This was the second time that I have had them do work for us and I couldn't be more pleased. If you're looking for a company that you can trust to do top quality work for a really good price. Look no further."
Water cooler repaired.
Cable bundle ran through a sewer line 8' deep.
Kitchen sink drain line that was busted in the slab.
Exposing the 10' deep water leak.
Fire hydrant installation.

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Axis Plumbing LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Axis Plumbing 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.

Steam shower
Steam shower
Tankless Retrofit
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Reliable Plumbing Inc.
4.3(
14
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Five stars are simply not enough to express my satisfaction with the service provided by Reliable Plumbing. After multiple other companies failed me, their team quickly and professionally solved my drain clog issue, and supplied and installed my new tankless water heater. The technician was was knowledgeable, courteous, and explained everything throughout the process, and I love that they are a family owned business. To top it all off, their prices beat other companies I had to deal with. Thank you Reliable Plumbing. I don't have enough words to express my appreciation. I gained a forever plumbing company!"
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Shower Installation
Water Heater Replacement
Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hurricane Drain Plumbing
4.2(
52
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

"Hurricane Drain Company called me minutes after purchasing a coupon from Angie's List. They asked me the best time to schedule, the plumber showed up, on time and professional. Nicely done, simple as that.
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Simons family
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Intouch Painting Co
4.6(
68
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim, the owner was friendly and he helped us initially pick out the colors. He told us there were roughly ten jobs ahead of us on the listing, and we were ok with that. His crew was nice and helped make the experience good overall. The only side note being that there was some confusion on fascia color which we had picked out. Even so, the issue was corrected and the painting and stain on the posts looks great.
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Custom Mantle
Interior of a custom home
Exterior of a custom home
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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P R Plumbing
4.5(
16
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Micah with Pipe Runner Plumbing is my go to for anything plumbing related. It doesn’t matter if the job is big or small he can get it done. Very knowledgeable with fair prices."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Service Restoration Pros
5.0(
7
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Serving Watson, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Service Restoration Pros is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, duct cleaning and everything in between with 24/7 availability. \n\nTake precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. \n\nDisasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.\n

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Watson, LA

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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