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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service
4.5(
60
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JT did a great job. He diagnosed the source of the leak, had the parts he needed to repair the toilet on his truck and completed the job within an hour. He was very personable and efficient. He was also very prepared to maintain social distancingand minimize any possibility of contracting and our spreading the virus in our household."
Sink Repair
Kitten Rescue from Drain Line
Shower Inspection
Kitchen Sink Drain Cleaning
Repairing a Kitchen Faucet

+35

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Foundation & Waterproofing
4.0(
95
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve preformed his job with expertise and professionalism. I shopped three different foundation repair companies before choosing American. All three sale representatives were nice. All three offered a different price. I recommend American Foundation to everyone."
20ml Encapsulation Liner Installation
Crawl Space Supports + Steel Supplemental Beam
Free Inspection & Esitmate
20ml Encapsulation Liner Installation
Crawl Space Supports + Steel Supplemental Beam

+20

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
4.1(
95
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AFS took on our helical pier and sump pump installation on our new home and we were offered competitive pricing, efficient communication, and a timely/clean installation. Our sales rep was Ben who was always available and informed, Tanner installed our sump pump system and was equally impressive, and Peyton managed a crew installing our piers who left the jobsite as clean as they found it. I recommend AFS for all your helical pier and sump pump needs!"
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Quick Fix Plumbing
4.8(
63
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"David and his crew, Jay and Austin were phenomenal!! We hired them to do two jobs and ended up also doing an emergency fix to our sump pump. Weâ re so grateful to them. David is personable, professional, and does great work at a very reasonable price. We have found our plumber! We highly recommend! Quick Fix Plumbing!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Aqua Clear Water Systems
4.7(
55
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went great ... I am a builder and many of my customers have used this company in the past and all have been very pleased with the service and quality of product. After having min installed I will definitely continue to recommend them in the future!"
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+12

Recommended by91%of homeowners
Pinkston Plumbing
4.5(
194
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Serving Kingsport, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wow! Doug phoned me within 20 minutes and was at my house within an hour performing several exterior waste field checks and interior tests to make sure my system was operating to standard. What a relief. Along the way, he explained in perfect detail why we were doing this and what a bad indication would look like. Very Personable, knowledgeable, approachable, professional, truck and equipment squared away...some one who loves his job and likes talking care of people. He also provided some preventive maintenance tips for us to extend our properly operating system further. He explained exactly what we should look for when and if trouble does rear its head. Great guy."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Kingsport, TN

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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