Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.
"Very knowledgeable . Polite. Made 1 job into 3 or more. I'm very satisfied."
Tammie B on January 2025
Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.
"Very knowledgeable . Polite. Made 1 job into 3 or more. I'm very satisfied."
Tammie B on January 2025
You may know us by the catchiness of our slogan, but we hope you end up knowing us by the quality of our service. The number to call for exceptional air conditioning and heating services in Des Moines, IA is ours. Not only do the professional HVAC technicians at Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling excel in the installation and replacement of heating and air conditioning systems, but they also offer exceptional repair and maintenance services in order to keep those systems functioning as well as possible. Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling provides air conditioning and heating services in the Des Moines, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA areas.
"The first time that routine service was needed, Zach Graves did the work. He was so knowledgeable and efficiency, I have always asked for him since. Excellent experience."
Ray B on September 2024
You may know us by the catchiness of our slogan, but we hope you end up knowing us by the quality of our service. The number to call for exceptional air conditioning and heating services in Des Moines, IA is ours. Not only do the professional HVAC technicians at Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling excel in the installation and replacement of heating and air conditioning systems, but they also offer exceptional repair and maintenance services in order to keep those systems functioning as well as possible. Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling provides air conditioning and heating services in the Des Moines, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA areas.
"The first time that routine service was needed, Zach Graves did the work. He was so knowledgeable and efficiency, I have always asked for him since. Excellent experience."
Ray B on September 2024
Golden Rule aims to be the friendly neighborhood choice for heating services in both Des Moines, IA, and Salt Lake City, UT. These regions experience distinct climates throughout the year, with Des Moines facing hot, humid summers and cold winters with significant snowfall. At the same time, Salt Lake City endures dry, hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
"The service went great with them and and they were helpful and knowledgeable."
Meghan K on January 2025
Golden Rule aims to be the friendly neighborhood choice for heating services in both Des Moines, IA, and Salt Lake City, UT. These regions experience distinct climates throughout the year, with Des Moines facing hot, humid summers and cold winters with significant snowfall. At the same time, Salt Lake City endures dry, hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
"The service went great with them and and they were helpful and knowledgeable."
Meghan K on January 2025
From our large selection of pre-owned appliances to our repair services that have been helping Des Moines, IA customers for over 30 years, you'll always get amazing customer service when you choose Metro Appliance. We repair many household appliances such as washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges and dishwashers. 60 day in town warranty on appliances, 30 day warranty on labor. We also offer 10% senior and military discount.
"They were prompt; efficient; friendly and professionally completed the work. I would hire them again. I would also recommend them as well."
Earl W on December 2020
From our large selection of pre-owned appliances to our repair services that have been helping Des Moines, IA customers for over 30 years, you'll always get amazing customer service when you choose Metro Appliance. We repair many household appliances such as washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges and dishwashers. 60 day in town warranty on appliances, 30 day warranty on labor. We also offer 10% senior and military discount.
"They were prompt; efficient; friendly and professionally completed the work. I would hire them again. I would also recommend them as well."
Earl W on December 2020
Kitchen & Bath Solutions is your complete Design-Build firm! We are a full service Remodeling Company, training each worker to be an expert in his/her field. Our in house team combines Design Expertise with decades of Remodeling Experience to ensure each homeowner receives a pleasant remodeling experience catered to their home!
Kitchen & Bath Solutions is your complete Design-Build firm! We are a full service Remodeling Company, training each worker to be an expert in his/her field. Our in house team combines Design Expertise with decades of Remodeling Experience to ensure each homeowner receives a pleasant remodeling experience catered to their home!
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 an estimate today!
"Anger issues. Upcharge everything, try to scam more work. Work done was trash & not agreed upon. Materials were changed & short cuts were made. Backfill was trash, full of broken asphalt & tree roots the size of my fat arm. driveway, yard, neighbors yard was left torn up and cratered. Mud mounds measuring 4ft tall at the tallest were left scattered along the foundation and as tall as 9inches in the driveway making it nearly impossible to get in and out. At first pull in to my driveway, I hit old driveway chunks buried in mud mounds and destroyed one wheel on my brand new truck. This should have been cleared prior to getting the all done message from them. No path in and out was created. I had to buy a pressure washer and scrape half of my driveway clear, smash big heavy asphalt chunks up into moveable pieces, wash remaining surface down inorder to safely get in/out of driveway. new line is 7ft to long in basement and new hole they drilled in foundation leaks. Lawsuit in order."
Jacob W on April 2025
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 an estimate today!
"Anger issues. Upcharge everything, try to scam more work. Work done was trash & not agreed upon. Materials were changed & short cuts were made. Backfill was trash, full of broken asphalt & tree roots the size of my fat arm. driveway, yard, neighbors yard was left torn up and cratered. Mud mounds measuring 4ft tall at the tallest were left scattered along the foundation and as tall as 9inches in the driveway making it nearly impossible to get in and out. At first pull in to my driveway, I hit old driveway chunks buried in mud mounds and destroyed one wheel on my brand new truck. This should have been cleared prior to getting the all done message from them. No path in and out was created. I had to buy a pressure washer and scrape half of my driveway clear, smash big heavy asphalt chunks up into moveable pieces, wash remaining surface down inorder to safely get in/out of driveway. new line is 7ft to long in basement and new hole they drilled in foundation leaks. Lawsuit in order."
Jacob W on April 2025
PlanurBuild LLC/BCS has been remodeling residential homes since 2003. We are known for taking difficult remodels and working with the customer to do it right. We strive in building relationships one project at a time. We do that by paying attention to the details and using only the highest quality products. When we pick up the products from the vendor, we inspect it to make sure that it meets or exceeds standards. You name it, we've done it. We love remodeling homes whether that be kitchen, baths, basement finishes all the way to fixing structures damaged from pest, water or fire.
"Excellent. The doors and trim are exactly the color and style I wanted. It made a huge difference in the appearance of my home."
Patty G on November 2024
PlanurBuild LLC/BCS has been remodeling residential homes since 2003. We are known for taking difficult remodels and working with the customer to do it right. We strive in building relationships one project at a time. We do that by paying attention to the details and using only the highest quality products. When we pick up the products from the vendor, we inspect it to make sure that it meets or exceeds standards. You name it, we've done it. We love remodeling homes whether that be kitchen, baths, basement finishes all the way to fixing structures damaged from pest, water or fire.
"Excellent. The doors and trim are exactly the color and style I wanted. It made a huge difference in the appearance of my home."
Patty G on November 2024
Since 1955, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning of Des Moines has been the trusted expert in providing Central Iowa with complete indoor HVAC comfort solutions for homes and businesses — including heating and cooling design, installation, service, furnace and AC repair, maintenance programs, indoor air management and more. We are the ONLY Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer in the Des Moines area, so we offer high-efficiency, quality equipment. And as an owner-managed business, customer service is our No. 1 priority. Call us 24/7 at 515-244-8911.
"Called once and said they would follow up but never did."
Jacob W on April 2025
Since 1955, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning of Des Moines has been the trusted expert in providing Central Iowa with complete indoor HVAC comfort solutions for homes and businesses — including heating and cooling design, installation, service, furnace and AC repair, maintenance programs, indoor air management and more. We are the ONLY Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer in the Des Moines area, so we offer high-efficiency, quality equipment. And as an owner-managed business, customer service is our No. 1 priority. Call us 24/7 at 515-244-8911.
"Called once and said they would follow up but never did."
Jacob W on April 2025
Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all you Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - Room Additions- Siding - Roofing.
"Great work - perfect!"
Ruby k on August 2024
Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all you Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - Room Additions- Siding - Roofing.
"Great work - perfect!"
Ruby k on August 2024
Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.
"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."
Diane L on September 2018
Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.
"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."
Diane L on September 2018
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.