At First Choice Waterproofing, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The crew did a great job. Arrived on time and worked through till finished. They removed all garbage and left the area looking spotless. After a heavy rain, the garage was perfectly dry and has remained so. I would highly recommend them."
Sheila C on April 2025
At First Choice Waterproofing, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The crew did a great job. Arrived on time and worked through till finished. They removed all garbage and left the area looking spotless. After a heavy rain, the garage was perfectly dry and has remained so. I would highly recommend them."
Sheila C on April 2025
DIRA Associates,Inc d/b/a ARID BASEMENT WATERPROOFING is a family owned/operated business for over 60 years. Specializing in French drains, we also install battery backup systems.
"Great to work with! Very responsive and professional before, during , and after the job. Reasonably priced and I'm confident the work was done right"
Jennifer W on April 2019
DIRA Associates,Inc d/b/a ARID BASEMENT WATERPROOFING is a family owned/operated business for over 60 years. Specializing in French drains, we also install battery backup systems.
"Great to work with! Very responsive and professional before, during , and after the job. Reasonably priced and I'm confident the work was done right"
Jennifer W on April 2019
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Bio-Tech Restoration & Emergency Services, Inc is an A+ rated company with the BBB (better business bureau) serving Staten Island and New Jersey with over 10 years of professional experience and pride with each and every job. No matter what your abatement needs may be, we have you covered. We provide a detailed inspection and evaluation for the presence of mold in residential and commercials buildings. We are also professional in indoor and outdoor waterproofing as well as a full service restoration company We are fully certified and Insured and come with plenty of references... We are a true 24 hour emergency service company ready to respond at a moments notice. We provide Mold Inspections, Mold Evaluations and Mold Remediation as well as Indoor Air Quality testing and Evaluations.. Infrared certified Company and IAC-2 Certified *** We do not provide services relating to lead and asbestos*** We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week for emergency service
"Jeff and his team were great and very professional. Jeff took care of an issue in my foundation as well as treat mold the surrounding areas. His expertise and workmanship is unparalleled. He is very fair with his rates and I would definitely use him again in the future for more projects as his skillset is wide. Very happy with how everything turned out."
Ankit G on April 2025
Bio-Tech Restoration & Emergency Services, Inc is an A+ rated company with the BBB (better business bureau) serving Staten Island and New Jersey with over 10 years of professional experience and pride with each and every job. No matter what your abatement needs may be, we have you covered. We provide a detailed inspection and evaluation for the presence of mold in residential and commercials buildings. We are also professional in indoor and outdoor waterproofing as well as a full service restoration company We are fully certified and Insured and come with plenty of references... We are a true 24 hour emergency service company ready to respond at a moments notice. We provide Mold Inspections, Mold Evaluations and Mold Remediation as well as Indoor Air Quality testing and Evaluations.. Infrared certified Company and IAC-2 Certified *** We do not provide services relating to lead and asbestos*** We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week for emergency service
"Jeff and his team were great and very professional. Jeff took care of an issue in my foundation as well as treat mold the surrounding areas. His expertise and workmanship is unparalleled. He is very fair with his rates and I would definitely use him again in the future for more projects as his skillset is wide. Very happy with how everything turned out."
Ankit G on April 2025
Over the 10 years of experience, we have been dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Over the 10 years of experience, we have been dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
Quality 1st Basements Inc. has been in business for 30 years and is part of large network of international dealers. Our System Design Specialists are experienced experts in Basement Waterproofing and Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair and Concrete lifting & Leveling. Quality 1st Basements knows the importance of keeping your home healthy and dry and so we provide permanent solutions to protect your home. We pride ourselves on WOW service!
"Miguel and his crew were professional, clean and thorough. With the recent downpour, our basement is dry."
eric m on January 2023
Quality 1st Basements Inc. has been in business for 30 years and is part of large network of international dealers. Our System Design Specialists are experienced experts in Basement Waterproofing and Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair and Concrete lifting & Leveling. Quality 1st Basements knows the importance of keeping your home healthy and dry and so we provide permanent solutions to protect your home. We pride ourselves on WOW service!
"Miguel and his crew were professional, clean and thorough. With the recent downpour, our basement is dry."
eric m on January 2023
Skilled in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Dedicated to providing top-quality service, troubleshooting complex drainage issues, and delivering excellent customer service.
"snake main drain and replace underground pipe house Trap."
Taulant p on February 2025
Skilled in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Dedicated to providing top-quality service, troubleshooting complex drainage issues, and delivering excellent customer service.
"snake main drain and replace underground pipe house Trap."
Taulant p on February 2025
When you need help with your heating, ventilation and air conditioning, you don’t want to hear that your technician is stuck in traffic. You won’t hear that excuse from us. We’re based in Brooklyn, at Sheepshead Bay road - in an office, not a phone drop or a postal address. It gives us quick access to many of our customers. But we also have workstations in Staten Island and Long Island. This way, our techs can quickly help you, whether you have an emergency or a routine call. They can rapidly fan out across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island, ready to install mini-splits and portable AC units, clean chimneys, service residential and commercial HVAC systems, solve your radiant heat problem or get your furnace running more effectively. Our techs are experienced in all sorts of HVAC installation and repair, from heat pump systems and oil furnaces to air conditioner compressors and ac units. How we began As veterans of the industry for more than 10 years, we formed the company in Brooklyn in June 2016 with just one van and one technician. Fortunately, satisfied customers have rewarded us with many referrals and now we have seven vans and 15 people on our team, including office staff. We’re very proud and very grateful for our success. The team leader is Greg. He oversees all three locations and keeps us organized, making sure we respond to calls and we don’t leave until the customer is satisfied. Our techs are experienced, licensed and insured. We can help you, whether you want a new heat pump, a boiler repair, clean air ducts or a commercial HVAC overhaul.
"Excellent service . Stayed and troubleshooted the system until it got back into operation."
Kim S on January 2025
When you need help with your heating, ventilation and air conditioning, you don’t want to hear that your technician is stuck in traffic. You won’t hear that excuse from us. We’re based in Brooklyn, at Sheepshead Bay road - in an office, not a phone drop or a postal address. It gives us quick access to many of our customers. But we also have workstations in Staten Island and Long Island. This way, our techs can quickly help you, whether you have an emergency or a routine call. They can rapidly fan out across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island, ready to install mini-splits and portable AC units, clean chimneys, service residential and commercial HVAC systems, solve your radiant heat problem or get your furnace running more effectively. Our techs are experienced in all sorts of HVAC installation and repair, from heat pump systems and oil furnaces to air conditioner compressors and ac units. How we began As veterans of the industry for more than 10 years, we formed the company in Brooklyn in June 2016 with just one van and one technician. Fortunately, satisfied customers have rewarded us with many referrals and now we have seven vans and 15 people on our team, including office staff. We’re very proud and very grateful for our success. The team leader is Greg. He oversees all three locations and keeps us organized, making sure we respond to calls and we don’t leave until the customer is satisfied. Our techs are experienced, licensed and insured. We can help you, whether you want a new heat pump, a boiler repair, clean air ducts or a commercial HVAC overhaul.
"Excellent service . Stayed and troubleshooted the system until it got back into operation."
Kim S on January 2025
Welcome to Admiral Appliance in Staten Island, NY is a local, family owned and operated company. Professional and honest service. We are experts (over 15 years of experience) in appliance repair and understand your needs. When your appliance is broken, it should be fixed right away, whether it’s a refrigerator or a stove, a washer or a dryer, a freezer or a dishwasher. Our highest priority is to repair your appliance reliably and as fast as possible. We diagnose properly and repair surely. Our benefits: Excellent Customer Service 1 Years Warranty $20 0FF First Time Visitor 10% 0FF Senior Discount FREE Estimation with Repair
"They were prompt and professional"
Zev S on May 2024
Welcome to Admiral Appliance in Staten Island, NY is a local, family owned and operated company. Professional and honest service. We are experts (over 15 years of experience) in appliance repair and understand your needs. When your appliance is broken, it should be fixed right away, whether it’s a refrigerator or a stove, a washer or a dryer, a freezer or a dishwasher. Our highest priority is to repair your appliance reliably and as fast as possible. We diagnose properly and repair surely. Our benefits: Excellent Customer Service 1 Years Warranty $20 0FF First Time Visitor 10% 0FF Senior Discount FREE Estimation with Repair
"They were prompt and professional"
Zev S on May 2024
Patriot Plumbing & Heating is a NYC License Plumbing Company. Fully insured. Gas Lockoffs, Violations, all types of repairs. Replacement of water heaters, along with boilers. Patriot Plumbing is certified to do Local Law 152 Please feel free to call us at 718 984 5880 or 718-556-5880 Text 9172957682
"I needed an LL152 inspection. All was done promptly and timely. Will hire again."
Karolina G on January 2024
Patriot Plumbing & Heating is a NYC License Plumbing Company. Fully insured. Gas Lockoffs, Violations, all types of repairs. Replacement of water heaters, along with boilers. Patriot Plumbing is certified to do Local Law 152 Please feel free to call us at 718 984 5880 or 718-556-5880 Text 9172957682
"I needed an LL152 inspection. All was done promptly and timely. Will hire again."
Karolina G on January 2024
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.