A&A Waterproofing is a locally owned family company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. The main reason why we keep our five star rating is our finished product and customer service.
"Allen and his team are very good. I have used them on many projects. They are professional, tidy, and always show up on time. I have recommended them to many for my clients as well n they have also used him and were very pleased with the service. Well priced and great work. Highly recommend!"
Mike C on April 2025
A&A Waterproofing is a locally owned family company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. The main reason why we keep our five star rating is our finished product and customer service.
"Allen and his team are very good. I have used them on many projects. They are professional, tidy, and always show up on time. I have recommended them to many for my clients as well n they have also used him and were very pleased with the service. Well priced and great work. Highly recommend!"
Mike C on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"I wasn’t very happy with the price and the did the job the next day"
Michael T on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"I wasn’t very happy with the price and the did the job the next day"
Michael T on March 2024
Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.
"Our service person was Bill Fanning. He was excellent and explained everything in full detail! Bill was polite and respectful, and advised us on the best new sump pump to replace our non-working sump pump. "
Scott F on April 2025
Budget Dry Waterproofing is a waterproofing company founded on the belief that quality home improvement work does not need to break the bank. We are dedicated to providing excellent service.
"Our service person was Bill Fanning. He was excellent and explained everything in full detail! Bill was polite and respectful, and advised us on the best new sump pump to replace our non-working sump pump. "
Scott F on April 2025
Sundahl Restoration LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Christian and the entire Sundahl team were great. Super professional, tidy and most importantly thorough. They were easy to work with and I always felt comfortable with their suggestions and open communication. The main foreman Jean was super knowledgeable. This was our second job with them and without question would book a third. I Highly recommend."
Jonathan k on January 2025
Sundahl Restoration LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Christian and the entire Sundahl team were great. Super professional, tidy and most importantly thorough. They were easy to work with and I always felt comfortable with their suggestions and open communication. The main foreman Jean was super knowledgeable. This was our second job with them and without question would book a third. I Highly recommend."
Jonathan k on January 2025
In business over 35 years, Badaracco Plumbing & Heating, Inc., they can handle all of your residential or commercial needs big or small. We care about you and we take your investment seriously! We know that no matter how big or small your project is, it is important to you. We realize that not everyone knows or understands what steps are necessary to complete the improvement or installation process and we are committed to helping you understand every step of the way. Keeping your inconvenience to a minimum during any project is our priority and we will utilize our relationship with other suppliers, trades people and industry professionals to keep your project on time and on budget. We go the distance to ensure your experience with our company is a pleasurable one. Call now for a free consultation and estimate because we can help connect you closer to your dream.
"Drastically over priced. $250 for initial hr. $95 per hr after per plumber for 2 plumbers on a job that could have bee. done by one. One plumbers appeared to be an apprentice. He went upstairs where our bedrooms were located and used our bathroom without asking first. I found that to be very unprofessional. Sorry we were once loyal customers but must part ways."
Mardeika M on October 2024
In business over 35 years, Badaracco Plumbing & Heating, Inc., they can handle all of your residential or commercial needs big or small. We care about you and we take your investment seriously! We know that no matter how big or small your project is, it is important to you. We realize that not everyone knows or understands what steps are necessary to complete the improvement or installation process and we are committed to helping you understand every step of the way. Keeping your inconvenience to a minimum during any project is our priority and we will utilize our relationship with other suppliers, trades people and industry professionals to keep your project on time and on budget. We go the distance to ensure your experience with our company is a pleasurable one. Call now for a free consultation and estimate because we can help connect you closer to your dream.
"Drastically over priced. $250 for initial hr. $95 per hr after per plumber for 2 plumbers on a job that could have bee. done by one. One plumbers appeared to be an apprentice. He went upstairs where our bedrooms were located and used our bathroom without asking first. I found that to be very unprofessional. Sorry we were once loyal customers but must part ways."
Mardeika M on October 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He did a fantastic job.I am more than satisfied."
Robert R on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"He did a fantastic job.I am more than satisfied."
Robert R on April 2025
Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.
"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."
Marcy W on October 2024
Work completed by Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc., is warranted for lifetime of your home. Satisfaction is guaranteed and we assure prompt reply to all inquiries. Free estimates and financing are available. We've wowed over 30,000 customers since 1987. We have an A plus Better Business Bureau rating. Check us out for unbiased reviews and customer testimonials.
"Overall, working with the company was a good experience."
Marcy W on October 2024
Dolphin Home Improvement LLC is a family owned and operated company that has been serving Connecticut for over 20 years.We all know there are plenty of options when choosing a contractor whether you're in the market for Roofing,Siding or Windows but we feel that our service, products, workmanship and industry knowledge is a tough package to beat.Honesty and integrity always come first when you’re dealing with Dolphin Home Improvement LLC.You’ll get a contractor that has the experience and expertise to create superior quality . We stand behind the quality of our work and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction.
"Very professional and personable! They were very detail oriented and did the job in a very reasonable time. They made sure that everything was to how we wanted and explained everything. Would absolutely use them again with some other work in the future!"
Brandon T on March 2025
Dolphin Home Improvement LLC is a family owned and operated company that has been serving Connecticut for over 20 years.We all know there are plenty of options when choosing a contractor whether you're in the market for Roofing,Siding or Windows but we feel that our service, products, workmanship and industry knowledge is a tough package to beat.Honesty and integrity always come first when you’re dealing with Dolphin Home Improvement LLC.You’ll get a contractor that has the experience and expertise to create superior quality . We stand behind the quality of our work and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction.
"Very professional and personable! They were very detail oriented and did the job in a very reasonable time. They made sure that everything was to how we wanted and explained everything. Would absolutely use them again with some other work in the future!"
Brandon T on March 2025
Our specialty is Kitchen,Bath,Basement and attic. We get to help people build their homes which is something we value above all else. I am an owner-operated business with 25+ years' experience. We take on any small or large project you may have.
"I'm amazed of how my shower upgrade turned out. I still can't believe cts creation finished in one day. I recommend cts creation to anybody and everybody. They killed it!"
Zach t on August 2024
Our specialty is Kitchen,Bath,Basement and attic. We get to help people build their homes which is something we value above all else. I am an owner-operated business with 25+ years' experience. We take on any small or large project you may have.
"I'm amazed of how my shower upgrade turned out. I still can't believe cts creation finished in one day. I recommend cts creation to anybody and everybody. They killed it!"
Zach t on August 2024
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
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.