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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.3(
312
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Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A simple request turned into a mammoth project involving the installation of piers to shore up my foundation, but I'm glad for the work being done. Everyone involved did a good job, and Trevor Atwell was great as my contact."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

668 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cardinal Plumbing
4.3(
6
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Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the best company I would highly recommend. They arrive quickly and were very clean due the install!"
SDR 35 Sewer
Sewer Repalcement
Sewer Repalcement
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ALLN1 Plumbing & Construction Co
4.8(
46
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Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very nice guys and knew what they were doing. They got drain open it took some time and work but got it done. At a cheaper price that others that wanted to dig up the yard"
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation for Mr and Mrs Fields
Before
Plumbing Project
Bathroom renovation

+39

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Dunn Home Improvements LLC
4.4(
79
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Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The entire experience with Josh Dunn and his team went extremely well. I had another contractor over to look at the space, and his estimate was 30k, he really had no good ideas for what to do with the originally awkward layout, and he advised that I should move my two kids (ages 1 and 4) out of the upstairs during the remodel. Josh walked in and immediately envisioned what to do with the space and came in with a lower estimate. He and Mike worked meticulously, controlled dust, and cleaned up every afternoon before they left. They did any and all sawing and tile-cutting outside. My baby took naps in the basement, but both my kids slept at night in their own beds in their rooms, and I never worried about dust. Josh and Mike are polite and professional, keep you informed of the process, and are also very good at what they do. No drywall seam is visible, no tile is crooked, and the paint job is extremely clean. Our remodel was extensive enough that we needed city (Richmond Heights) permits, and that required that separate electricians and plumbers do that work and that everything (electrical, plumbing, building) be inspected two times. All of that slowed things down, but Josh and Mike communicated so well and kept everything so neat that I had no complaints. They also subcontracted out to workers who were as nice and professional as they are. I will have Dunn Home Improvements do any home remodeling project, large or small, that arises in the future."
Bathroom tile work
Kitchen
Bathroom Remodel/Tile
Bathroom Remodel
Shower Tile

+9

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Wood River, IL

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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