AFS Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Specialists (AFS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Florida, and Tennessee. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AFS is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"Chase did the inspection and recommendations, the Uriel and crew did an excellent job getting it done. Uriel explained everything as they went which was very appreciated. He, Jose, Bryce and Christopher are great at their jobs. I would certainly recommend this company."
Theresa N on April 2025
AFS Foundation Repair & Waterproofing Specialists (AFS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Florida, and Tennessee. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, AFS is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
"Chase did the inspection and recommendations, the Uriel and crew did an excellent job getting it done. Uriel explained everything as they went which was very appreciated. He, Jose, Bryce and Christopher are great at their jobs. I would certainly recommend this company."
Theresa N on April 2025
CJ Contracting is your go-to home services business in Mobile. With our expertise and attention to detail, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today for a quote!
"Corey was amazing, on time and thorough with all aspects of the repairs. Pricing was fair and reasonable. Give him a call if you are needing anything completed for your home. Vast knowledge of all repairs."
Jessie H on February 2025
CJ Contracting is your go-to home services business in Mobile. With our expertise and attention to detail, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today for a quote!
"Corey was amazing, on time and thorough with all aspects of the repairs. Pricing was fair and reasonable. Give him a call if you are needing anything completed for your home. Vast knowledge of all repairs."
Jessie H on February 2025
Our company strives for quality work, we are quick, organized, dependable, and we are fair on prices. We help whatever vision you have come to life!
Our company strives for quality work, we are quick, organized, dependable, and we are fair on prices. We help whatever vision you have come to life!
Zoom Drain Gulf Coast is locally owned and operated and is proud to serve the Mobile, Alabama, community and beyond. Run by plumbing, home service, and real estate experts with a team of highly trained service technicians on staff who are available for emergency service or planned maintenance 24/7 365, Zoom Drain Gulf Coast is the go-to company for all your drain and sewer needs. Zoom Drain Gulf Coast provides drain repairs, cleaning, and video inspection for residential and commercial customers, planned maintenance programs, grease trap services, and more for commercial customers. Zoom Drain promises reliable service technicians who will solve your drain and sewer issues with unprecedented professionalism and expertise.
"The guys did a great job! I would highly recommend. They were very professional and cleared my sewer line. Thanks Zoom Drain!"
Charlotte G on September 2023
Zoom Drain Gulf Coast is locally owned and operated and is proud to serve the Mobile, Alabama, community and beyond. Run by plumbing, home service, and real estate experts with a team of highly trained service technicians on staff who are available for emergency service or planned maintenance 24/7 365, Zoom Drain Gulf Coast is the go-to company for all your drain and sewer needs. Zoom Drain Gulf Coast provides drain repairs, cleaning, and video inspection for residential and commercial customers, planned maintenance programs, grease trap services, and more for commercial customers. Zoom Drain promises reliable service technicians who will solve your drain and sewer issues with unprecedented professionalism and expertise.
"The guys did a great job! I would highly recommend. They were very professional and cleared my sewer line. Thanks Zoom Drain!"
Charlotte G on September 2023
We specialize in catering to the needs of your specific project no matter the size of the project big or small.
We specialize in catering to the needs of your specific project no matter the size of the project big or small.
WE TREAT OUR CUSTOMERS LIKE FAMILY! We specialize in all phases of roofing services, repairs, replacements, installs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Some of the work was none and was never completed. He started in November. Replacing damaged wood. tearing done one part of the room"
evelyn k on April 2025
WE TREAT OUR CUSTOMERS LIKE FAMILY! We specialize in all phases of roofing services, repairs, replacements, installs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Some of the work was none and was never completed. He started in November. Replacing damaged wood. tearing done one part of the room"
evelyn k on April 2025
Looking to remodel your kitchen or bathroom? Look no further than Josh's Handyman Services LLC. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch remodeling services that will transform your space. Contact us today for all your remodeling needs!
"Josh did a good job i would use him again"
Perry R on December 2024
Looking to remodel your kitchen or bathroom? Look no further than Josh's Handyman Services LLC. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch remodeling services that will transform your space. Contact us today for all your remodeling needs!
"Josh did a good job i would use him again"
Perry R on December 2024
Owner operated plumbing company with 20+ years experience. I specialize in bathroom/kitchen remodels, new construction, and service work. Will do work anywhere on the Gulf Coast.
"Excellent, efficient, knowledgeable and hard working. I will recommend GULF PLUMBING to everyone I know."
Deborah W on February 2024
Owner operated plumbing company with 20+ years experience. I specialize in bathroom/kitchen remodels, new construction, and service work. Will do work anywhere on the Gulf Coast.
"Excellent, efficient, knowledgeable and hard working. I will recommend GULF PLUMBING to everyone I know."
Deborah W on February 2024
Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $40 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
"This was amazing! I had no idea this service existed. After searching and contacting various repair places for my washer, this was the most cost effective option. I figured if it didn't work, my machine is old and I would be out $40, not the $100+ to have a tech come out and just diagnose the problem. I am pretty handy and my washer is old anyway, so if it is broken, I have to get a new one anyway. My tech, Steve, was great! He predicted what was wrong after listening to the machine, calmly walked me through dismantling the machine and when we got down to the motor, he was right! He sent me a link to the part I would need, and let me know to contact them again if I needed help installing it. My machine works even better than before it broke, its beautifully quiet and efficient. I will definitely be saving this company for any future repairs on appliances I may need. The service was $40 + the part cost, which was about $8."
Jennifer S on March 2025
Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $40 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
"This was amazing! I had no idea this service existed. After searching and contacting various repair places for my washer, this was the most cost effective option. I figured if it didn't work, my machine is old and I would be out $40, not the $100+ to have a tech come out and just diagnose the problem. I am pretty handy and my washer is old anyway, so if it is broken, I have to get a new one anyway. My tech, Steve, was great! He predicted what was wrong after listening to the machine, calmly walked me through dismantling the machine and when we got down to the motor, he was right! He sent me a link to the part I would need, and let me know to contact them again if I needed help installing it. My machine works even better than before it broke, its beautifully quiet and efficient. I will definitely be saving this company for any future repairs on appliances I may need. The service was $40 + the part cost, which was about $8."
Jennifer S on March 2025
We a small faux finish company that specializes in unique finishes such as textures, metallics, glassbead, foils and more. Whether you're building, remodeling or just need a room, wall or cabinet redone we can do it. It's just my husband and I so you're guarenteed topnotch service and quality. We take check or cash.
"Outstanding, informative Husband Wife team performed a very professional, quality kitchen cabinet painting job on budget and in reasonable time while willing to commute quite a distance to our project. They showed utmost respect for our time, home, and property; we barely noticed they were there working & their clean up was impeccable. Their estimate and price was appropriate, aligned, & they gladly went above & beyond to creatively add special minor carpentry touches & repair needs that left our cabinetry woodwork way better than they found it. They have warm personalities with exceptional pride in their trade with an honesty, integrity, & great attention to detail. Very highly recommend."
Kelly T on July 2019
We a small faux finish company that specializes in unique finishes such as textures, metallics, glassbead, foils and more. Whether you're building, remodeling or just need a room, wall or cabinet redone we can do it. It's just my husband and I so you're guarenteed topnotch service and quality. We take check or cash.
"Outstanding, informative Husband Wife team performed a very professional, quality kitchen cabinet painting job on budget and in reasonable time while willing to commute quite a distance to our project. They showed utmost respect for our time, home, and property; we barely noticed they were there working & their clean up was impeccable. Their estimate and price was appropriate, aligned, & they gladly went above & beyond to creatively add special minor carpentry touches & repair needs that left our cabinetry woodwork way better than they found it. They have warm personalities with exceptional pride in their trade with an honesty, integrity, & great attention to detail. Very highly recommend."
Kelly T on July 2019
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.