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Certified Plumbing Services Inc
4.8(
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The situation was more difficult than imagined. The stonecutters had cut the faucet hole too near the sink and the washers and screws could not be installed. He came up with an ingenious solution of filing the washer down, buying longer screws and manually screwing the faucet from above. Two other companies could not figure it out. He also took care of the leaks another plumber could not fix, and came immediately after being called on a Saturday morning!"
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+18

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Joe's Plumbing & Custom Home Repair, Inc.
4.7(
111
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe replaced the faucet in a difficult to reach corner sink. As for the shut off valve he freed it and said he did not recommend that any work was needed on it. He then took measurements for some bathroom remodeling for a quote. His work was good, his price fair and he was Joe from Philadelphia like me!"
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+2

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Premier Plumbing and Backflow Services, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom replaced my kitchen faucet and two bathroom faucets and did an absolutely excellent job! He was extremely professional and the cost was much lower than what I expected! While here he also took care of a slow drain with my master tub and it now drains perfectly! I would highly recommend him to anyone with any plumbing needs!!"
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+7

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Filtration Direct Inc
4.9(
155
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We dealt directly with Steve. He 100% knows what he's doing. The city hires him for all kinds of things. We checked out quite a few competitors for water softener prices. Really no comparison. We ended up buying a water softener on Craig's List and then purchased the whole house filtration. Steve exceeded our expectations on the installation. YES I would use him again. Very knowledgable and competitive pricing."
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Florida Leak Locators
4.7(
133
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Florida Leak Detectors’ Technician, Manny, actually arrived about an hour before the appointment time which was not a problem for me. I was glad that he was able to fit me into his schedule on such short notice. He thoroughly explained how he would pressurize each plumbing line during his testing process. After he performed those diagnostic pressure tests, he donned his scuba gear and inspected every inch of the surface of the pool and the spa as well as the underwater light. It turned out that we not only had more than one leak in the spa jet lines but there was also a leak in the spa drain. Manny did a great job of explaining how to monitor the pool to confirm that the leaking had been fixed. He gave me his card and assured me that if I was not satisfied, I could call him back. But he stated with professional confidence that he did not think that would be necessary. The price was reasonable for the detailed work he performed. I highly recommend Florida Leak Detectors."
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Electronic Leak Equipment

+2

Recommended by96%of homeowners
J.E.B Drain Cleaning Service LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lake Helen, FL and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

J.E.B Drain Cleaning Services LLC is born of the retirement of a friend. The owner of Express Plumbing of Central Florida closed his doors after over 30years. I was his lead service technician, and now owner of my own company. I only hope to make him proud.\n With that said, J.E. B Drain specializes in clogged drains and repair of damaged plumbing. A professional service technician will respond rapidly to solve any plumbing drain problem. With 20years experience in the Central Florida area, no job is too big or small. Call now, for an upfront price and express service. \n

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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Lake Helen, FL

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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