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Avatar for Atomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Corporation
Atomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Corporation
4.8(
550
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. Discover leaking water heater in garage on Saturday afternoon. Tech was on scene within an hour. Scoped the job and came back Sunday morning to install. Very pleased with service."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Virginia Foundation Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
32
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my crawl space encapsulated one year ago and was very impressed with the work done. Today Service tech Jonn came out for crawl space maintenance. First, VA Foundation Solution explained what the crawl space maintenance would consist of when my appointment was made. On the day of my appointment John called to notify me he was on his way and arrived on time. At the completion of his work not only did he give me a written statement of what he completed but took the time to explain what was done to make sure he answered any questions I might have has."
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation with Drainage & Pump
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Drying Company, LLC
4.6(
112
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very Professional, from the Salesman to the Office personnel. I was told there would be a foreman on the site to oversee work to be completed, there was none. When the install tech cut into my supply line, vice running a separate drain line as I was instructed would happen, instead of a supervisor or other responsible person, a second tech was sent to assist with the install. NOONE from the company reached out to me in reference to the mistake that was made and no compensations were offered. When I reached out to my sales rep, I was instructed the production team is handling it. That was it. The install tech resolved the issue (that he created) and was very apologetic and cleaned up everything before leaving for the day and made sure everything was back to normal and working. The first dehumidifier that was installed did not work. I had to wait another day for a second, new, dehumidifier to be installed. In the end, a one day install took 3 days (five if you include Sat and Sun) but everything is installed and working correctly, it appears. With the mistakes that were made, The company has a very good reputation and I would not judge just on one job, but things do happen. Everyone is very polite and professional and will answer questions if you ask. No one wants to deal with mistakes obviously. I would recommend, however. This company did the previous install on my house (prior to my purchase of it) and it is a very good quality install."
Attic Before - Fiberglass Insulation
Water Damage and Open Vents
Before Crawl Space - Mold on Joists
Attic Air Sealing
Mold in Crawl Space

+132

Response time1 day
121 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for JES Foundation Repair
JES Foundation Repair
4.6(
629
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased. French drains, pump system, and dehumidifier installed. Basement is dry and comfortable even during flooding. Excellent investment and highly recommended."
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

116 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Bell Cow Services
4.5(
67
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our tech Butch arrived with a very happy presence putting me at ease front the start, my coworkers gave me all their bad experiences about AC problems with techs so I was so scared. Butch evaluated the situation and gave me all my options with the prices that my warranty covered and didn't cover. He made me feel at ease as he proceeded to fix our leak and put freon in our unit, explaining the whole while what he was doing, again putting me at ease. Homeowners need more techs like Butch! He also suggested the yearly maintenance on our unit to keep us aware of any future problems or issues. I hope American Home Shield keeps this company on their list of companies because if or when I need another service request, I want Butch. Dawnn B. Ocean View, VA"
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+2

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Johnson Crawlspace & Foundation Repair
Johnson Crawlspace & Foundation Repair
5.0(
3
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Johnson Crawlspace & Foundation Repair specializes in solving crawlspace and foundation problems the right way the first time. We provide expert services, including vapor barriers, full encapsulation, drainage systems, dehumidifiers, structural repairs, and foundation stabilization.\n\nServing Chesapeake, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and surrounding areas, we are a licensed and insured Virginia contractor with over 25 years of experience. We also handle termite inspections and repairs for real estate transactions with fast turnaround times.\n\nOur focus is simple: identify the problem, fix it properly, and protect your home long-term. No shortcuts. No guesswork.\n

New Crawlspace Door
Crawlspace Door
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
JES Foundation Repair
New to Angi

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JES Foundation Repair (JES), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping 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 across Virginia and Maryland. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, JES is here to restore your foundation or crawlspace.\n

FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Chesapeake, VA

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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