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
Proudly serving Long Island, the Five Boroughs, Westchester, Southeastern CT, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. Our installation methods and products have set the standard for the industry for OVER 70 YEARS. Call us today to schedule your FREE no-obligation estimate to have one of our expert technicians analyze the causes of your water problems and offer solutions. If you have cracks on the walls or floor or ever get water in your basement after heavy rains or melting snow and especially if you are considering finishing your basement, call us. We offer no money-down, no-interest options along with low-interest, longer term payment plans. With HUNDREDS of years of combined experience, you can rest assured that we will give you a dry, safe and useable basement...GUARANTEED!!! CALL VULCAN TODAY (800) 343.4355
"The crew was professional neat clean they explained everything to me and the work was what they said would be and quality work they're very reliable they were on time and very communicative about what the exactly were going to do excellent job if you thinking of doing basement work these are the guys excellent work"
Kel K on November 2024
Proudly serving Long Island, the Five Boroughs, Westchester, Southeastern CT, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. Our installation methods and products have set the standard for the industry for OVER 70 YEARS. Call us today to schedule your FREE no-obligation estimate to have one of our expert technicians analyze the causes of your water problems and offer solutions. If you have cracks on the walls or floor or ever get water in your basement after heavy rains or melting snow and especially if you are considering finishing your basement, call us. We offer no money-down, no-interest options along with low-interest, longer term payment plans. With HUNDREDS of years of combined experience, you can rest assured that we will give you a dry, safe and useable basement...GUARANTEED!!! CALL VULCAN TODAY (800) 343.4355
"The crew was professional neat clean they explained everything to me and the work was what they said would be and quality work they're very reliable they were on time and very communicative about what the exactly were going to do excellent job if you thinking of doing basement work these are the guys excellent work"
Kel K on November 2024
Expediant Environmental is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business with over 25 years of experience. Our company prides itself on an outstanding record of quality service. We specialize in your whole home as a system approach. So when it comes to mold removal, insulation, or waterproofing we never forget to make sure it does not have a negative effect on another function of your home. Wet Crawl Space? Expediant offers CleanSpace encapsulation system to control moisture and dampness in the crawl space. We are an authorized Contractor Nation installer. Radon problem? That's no problem for us. Got bed bugs or rodents? We can make them disappear! Expediant offers a wide variety of services to meet all your pest control needs from preventative maintenance to treatment of active problems. See our website! www.Expedianthomesolutions.com
"They got rid of the mold in my house promptly and professionally. Thanks to Expedient Environmental Solutions I am able to live in a safe and clean home."
Wayne P on February 2025
Expediant Environmental is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business with over 25 years of experience. Our company prides itself on an outstanding record of quality service. We specialize in your whole home as a system approach. So when it comes to mold removal, insulation, or waterproofing we never forget to make sure it does not have a negative effect on another function of your home. Wet Crawl Space? Expediant offers CleanSpace encapsulation system to control moisture and dampness in the crawl space. We are an authorized Contractor Nation installer. Radon problem? That's no problem for us. Got bed bugs or rodents? We can make them disappear! Expediant offers a wide variety of services to meet all your pest control needs from preventative maintenance to treatment of active problems. See our website! www.Expedianthomesolutions.com
"They got rid of the mold in my house promptly and professionally. Thanks to Expedient Environmental Solutions I am able to live in a safe and clean home."
Wayne P on February 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
With over 30 years of experience serving the Westchester and surrounding area, Contractor's Waterproofing Corp is your solution for all your waterproofing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"We are very pleased with the job that they did on our crawl space. Greg and his crew were very professional prompt and we feel that their pricing is very fair."
Cynthia F on March 2025
With over 30 years of experience serving the Westchester and surrounding area, Contractor's Waterproofing Corp is your solution for all your waterproofing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"We are very pleased with the job that they did on our crawl space. Greg and his crew were very professional prompt and we feel that their pricing is very fair."
Cynthia F on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."
Nancy G on August 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."
Nancy G on August 2023
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
Edgar Gomez has more than 35 years of experience in the appliance repair business. He is certified and factory trained with Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Jenn-Air so he can give the best service done right the 1st time! Open every other Saturday call for details.
"Very well."
Carl P on April 2025
Edgar Gomez has more than 35 years of experience in the appliance repair business. He is certified and factory trained with Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Jenn-Air so he can give the best service done right the 1st time! Open every other Saturday call for details.
"Very well."
Carl P on April 2025
~*~Strategic Operation Services offers any new customers a free consultation for any remodeling project!~*~ Strategic Operation Services is a family owned and operated business that services the Tri-State area. We are your one stop shop for any and all remodeling and construction services. We are licensed and insured so you can rest easy that your project will be completed in a quality, timely, and white glove manner! Call us today and see what we can do for you!
"It was a quality job done for a fair price range."
G M on August 2021
~*~Strategic Operation Services offers any new customers a free consultation for any remodeling project!~*~ Strategic Operation Services is a family owned and operated business that services the Tri-State area. We are your one stop shop for any and all remodeling and construction services. We are licensed and insured so you can rest easy that your project will be completed in a quality, timely, and white glove manner! Call us today and see what we can do for you!
"It was a quality job done for a fair price range."
G M on August 2021
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.