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Avatar for AJ Waterproofing
AJ Waterproofing
3774 Kratz Rd
4.85(
199
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Approved Pro
AJ Waterproofing
3774 Kratz Rd
4.85(
199
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

We are a family run waterproofing specialist company, owned and operated, since 1976 by A.J. DiElsi. We have one crew, one truck and start and finish one job at a time. We are completely insured with general liability and workman's compensation. There is no charge for estimates and we take no deposits on any job. You pay us upon completion of the job. We do not have salesmen. A.J. is the gentleman that comes out to deliver each estimate and he is on each job. We excel in impeccable workmanship, and the jobs are always left cleaner than when we arrived. We give a lifetime guarantee on our French Drains and it is transferable to each new homeowner. Please feel free to call with any questions 610-527-9444 or 610-409-0888, Additional phones: 610-960-1589. Or feel free to email us at : ajwaterproofing@verizon.net, you can also check us out on YouTube and our website, ajwaterproofing.com.

"QUICK, FRIENDLY, and CHEAP!! First, AJ called me within 30 seconds of me texting him asking for an estimate. I sent him a photo of our water leak issue and he immediately responded. He actually explained that we could probably handle the repair ourselves if we were up for it, instead of paying him or someone else. He then walked us through every step in detail and made sure we were comfortable with the directions. So in the end, it cost us $0 in labor and only a small amount for materials, and really demonstrated AJ's integrity and generosity!"

Jarcy M on September 2023

We are a family run waterproofing specialist company, owned and operated, since 1976 by A.J. DiElsi. We have one crew, one truck and start and finish one job at a time. We are completely insured with general liability and workman's compensation. There is no charge for estimates and we take no deposits on any job. You pay us upon completion of the job. We do not have salesmen. A.J. is the gentleman that comes out to deliver each estimate and he is on each job. We excel in impeccable workmanship, and the jobs are always left cleaner than when we arrived. We give a lifetime guarantee on our French Drains and it is transferable to each new homeowner. Please feel free to call with any questions 610-527-9444 or 610-409-0888, Additional phones: 610-960-1589. Or feel free to email us at : ajwaterproofing@verizon.net, you can also check us out on YouTube and our website, ajwaterproofing.com.

"QUICK, FRIENDLY, and CHEAP!! First, AJ called me within 30 seconds of me texting him asking for an estimate. I sent him a photo of our water leak issue and he immediately responded. He actually explained that we could probably handle the repair ourselves if we were up for it, instead of paying him or someone else. He then walked us through every step in detail and made sure we were comfortable with the directions. So in the end, it cost us $0 in labor and only a small amount for materials, and really demonstrated AJ's integrity and generosity!"

Jarcy M on September 2023


Avatar for Valdel Plumbing
Valdel Plumbing
2361 Potshop Ln
4.77(
175
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Approved Pro
Valdel Plumbing
2361 Potshop Ln
4.77(
175
)
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
975 local quotes requested

Residential Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Service. Owners have over 30 years of experience. Proudly servicing Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County and lower Bucks County with professional, personal and timely service. Guaranteed respect for you, your time and your home. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for Expert Service, Quality Products, and Affordable Price!

"technician was affable and competent. however initial quote was outrageous and negotiate price still exorbitant, even taking into consideration of the day of the week. 1hpur labor and $30 worth of parts does not equal $ 374"

Joe V on March 2025

Residential Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Service. Owners have over 30 years of experience. Proudly servicing Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County and lower Bucks County with professional, personal and timely service. Guaranteed respect for you, your time and your home. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for Expert Service, Quality Products, and Affordable Price!

"technician was affable and competent. however initial quote was outrageous and negotiate price still exorbitant, even taking into consideration of the day of the week. 1hpur labor and $30 worth of parts does not equal $ 374"

Joe V on March 2025


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Zoom Drain
500 Davis Drive
4.51(
102
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Approved Pro
Zoom Drain
500 Davis Drive
4.51(
102
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
578 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

Here at Zoom Drain, we are best known for fast response times and our ability to provide focused solutions to drain & sewer problems. If you are having issues or planning for future maintenance, call us now at 610-628-3360 for a FREE on-site estimate. From sinks, toilets and tubs to main lines and sewers, our team of drain & sewer professionals are ready to provide you with fast, expert services.

"They truly live by the code of "you get what you paid for". The price was cheaper than expected (and they included a free estimate too). So ultimately, our slow bathtub drain was cleared. However, the technician had terrible housekeeping. After stripping the caulking around the overflow valve, they left the caulking pieces in the bathtub and told us to flush them down the drain (?!). They said the provided bio solution would clear the pieces just fine...but why do that when a trash can is less than a foot away?? Then, they did not offer to reseal the valve they just opened...just left a mess for us to pick up. As such, we will not be using them again next time...free estimate or not. If we wanted the bare minimum, we would have done it ourselves."

Quan T on February 2025

Here at Zoom Drain, we are best known for fast response times and our ability to provide focused solutions to drain & sewer problems. If you are having issues or planning for future maintenance, call us now at 610-628-3360 for a FREE on-site estimate. From sinks, toilets and tubs to main lines and sewers, our team of drain & sewer professionals are ready to provide you with fast, expert services.

"They truly live by the code of "you get what you paid for". The price was cheaper than expected (and they included a free estimate too). So ultimately, our slow bathtub drain was cleared. However, the technician had terrible housekeeping. After stripping the caulking around the overflow valve, they left the caulking pieces in the bathtub and told us to flush them down the drain (?!). They said the provided bio solution would clear the pieces just fine...but why do that when a trash can is less than a foot away?? Then, they did not offer to reseal the valve they just opened...just left a mess for us to pick up. As such, we will not be using them again next time...free estimate or not. If we wanted the bare minimum, we would have done it ourselves."

Quan T on February 2025


Avatar for M.C.R PRO LLC
M.C.R PRO LLC
165 California Rd
4.66(
38
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Approved Pro
M.C.R PRO LLC
165 California Rd
4.66(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2806 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

M.C.R Pro LLC has been proudly servicing the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas since 2016. We are specialized in high quality plumbing services, and make ourselves available 24/7 for those unexpected emergencies. Our staff of fully checked, licenced professionals are ready to help you with any residential or commercial problem, anytime. With our no-fluff pricing, pride in client satisfaction, and expert experience, trust M.C.R Pro for your next plumbing project. Call us today for a estimate and ask us about our first-time new customer and senior citizen discounts!

"Excellent everything was explained as to what happened and what he had to do to fix the problem 💯"

Barbara C on March 2025

M.C.R Pro LLC has been proudly servicing the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas since 2016. We are specialized in high quality plumbing services, and make ourselves available 24/7 for those unexpected emergencies. Our staff of fully checked, licenced professionals are ready to help you with any residential or commercial problem, anytime. With our no-fluff pricing, pride in client satisfaction, and expert experience, trust M.C.R Pro for your next plumbing project. Call us today for a estimate and ask us about our first-time new customer and senior citizen discounts!

"Excellent everything was explained as to what happened and what he had to do to fix the problem 💯"

Barbara C on March 2025


John Gallagher & Sons
8 Nice Rd.
No reviews
John Gallagher & Sons
8 Nice Rd.
No reviews
102 years of experience

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.


Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC
113 Golf Drive
No reviews
Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC
113 Golf Drive
No reviews
49 years of experience

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC is a full service custom cabinetmaker and home improvement contractor serving the Poconos since 1976. 1976 is when Bill and Nancy Fisher had a vision to build custom cabinetry of uncompromising quality at competitive prices. Since then, the business has evolved from a two person woodshop to a crew of skilled craftspeople working as a registered Pennsylvania home improvement contractor. Our mission to deliver estate quality craftsmanship for a reasonable budget remains our focus to this day.

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC is a full service custom cabinetmaker and home improvement contractor serving the Poconos since 1976. 1976 is when Bill and Nancy Fisher had a vision to build custom cabinetry of uncompromising quality at competitive prices. Since then, the business has evolved from a two person woodshop to a crew of skilled craftspeople working as a registered Pennsylvania home improvement contractor. Our mission to deliver estate quality craftsmanship for a reasonable budget remains our focus to this day.


TRIPP EXCAVATING/CUSTOM FENCING
1312 KRIEBEL MILL RD
No reviews
TRIPP EXCAVATING/CUSTOM FENCING
1312 KRIEBEL MILL RD
No reviews
28 years of experience

Tripp Excavating is a contracting business, but we often are sub-contractors for landscapers, masons, builders, plubmers and architects. We accept cash, or checks.

Tripp Excavating is a contracting business, but we often are sub-contractors for landscapers, masons, builders, plubmers and architects. We accept cash, or checks.


Michael & Son Svc Inc
5740 General Washington Dr
3.92(
1,924
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Michael & Son Svc Inc
5740 General Washington Dr
3.92(
1,924
)
Customers say: Super punctual
49 years of experience

Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.

"Was it the worst experience...? Was it the best experience...? Neither. Yes, I have hot water. Yes, the piping looks great for the tankless hot water. But, they had to come back a 2nd time to fill in the hole. See pictures. Yes, I was taken advantage of. I paid way too much. The final bill matched the estimate but in retrospect it was too much. Customer service simply stopped once I started challenging the work that was done. I have a large pipe sticking out of my condo that is unsightly. After I asked to have it corrected I was ignored. I would not recommend this company."

Kevin B on April 2025

Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.

"Was it the worst experience...? Was it the best experience...? Neither. Yes, I have hot water. Yes, the piping looks great for the tankless hot water. But, they had to come back a 2nd time to fill in the hole. See pictures. Yes, I was taken advantage of. I paid way too much. The final bill matched the estimate but in retrospect it was too much. Customer service simply stopped once I started challenging the work that was done. I have a large pipe sticking out of my condo that is unsightly. After I asked to have it corrected I was ignored. I would not recommend this company."

Kevin B on April 2025


Miller Pump Systems Inc
3326 Skippack Pike
4.44(
9
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Miller Pump Systems Inc
3326 Skippack Pike
4.44(
9
)
Customers say: Quick response
90 years of experience

We provide water well drilling, well pumps, pressure tanks, disinfection and water treatment solutions for customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Our 75-year focused experience means we have the experience and knowledge to diagnose and correct all problems with wells and water treatment systems.

"From anyone I talked to and my own troubleshooting, it sounded like I would need a new well tank. Miller came over, did a bit of checking and emptied the tank of water. Added some air and it resolved the pressure problem! I may have a slow leak and still have to get a new tank. But everything was explained to me and I was given an estimate for a new tank, if needed in the future. I really appreciate that they didn't just tell me I need a new tank- because I would not have known any better. I will use them again and recommend their services."

Jill E on November 2018

We provide water well drilling, well pumps, pressure tanks, disinfection and water treatment solutions for customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Our 75-year focused experience means we have the experience and knowledge to diagnose and correct all problems with wells and water treatment systems.

"From anyone I talked to and my own troubleshooting, it sounded like I would need a new well tank. Miller came over, did a bit of checking and emptied the tank of water. Added some air and it resolved the pressure problem! I may have a slow leak and still have to get a new tank. But everything was explained to me and I was given an estimate for a new tank, if needed in the future. I really appreciate that they didn't just tell me I need a new tank- because I would not have known any better. I will use them again and recommend their services."

Jill E on November 2018


Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lehigh Valley
2678 Butztown Rd
4.68(
395
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Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lehigh Valley
2678 Butztown Rd
4.68(
395
)
Customers say: Super punctual
71 years of experience

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of the Lehigh Valley (an Agentis owned and operated company) has been proudly servicing the Lehigh Valley since 1954. We are a fully insured and licensed business. We offer services such as general plumbing repair and installation, sewer and drain cleaning, hydro-jetting services, water heater repair and replacement, water softer installation, video inspection services, line location technology, complete bathroom and kitchen remodeling, water and sewer line replacement and many more. We have 24 hour / 7 day emergency service at no extra charge for nights, weekends or holidays. We also have a live representative answering the phone 24 hours a day to help assist you. Call us today! Additional DBA: Agentis Plumbing Additional web: http://www.agentisplumbing.com

"Technician said water level was too high in toilet tank, so he lowered it to the proper level. This did not solve the problem, so the technician came back the next week and found the silicone seal had four swells bubbling around the seal. This caused water to seep past. Technician installed a new flush value seal kit, which solved the issue. I was only charged for the first visit, so I appreciate that the technician came back and resolved the issue the second time at no additional charge. Also on the first visit, the technician removed the hose from the outside faucet, along with taping and doping the threads on the faucet stem. He also provided a quote in case I wanted to replace this faucet. Overall, I'm very happy with the service provided."

Matt S on December 2020

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of the Lehigh Valley (an Agentis owned and operated company) has been proudly servicing the Lehigh Valley since 1954. We are a fully insured and licensed business. We offer services such as general plumbing repair and installation, sewer and drain cleaning, hydro-jetting services, water heater repair and replacement, water softer installation, video inspection services, line location technology, complete bathroom and kitchen remodeling, water and sewer line replacement and many more. We have 24 hour / 7 day emergency service at no extra charge for nights, weekends or holidays. We also have a live representative answering the phone 24 hours a day to help assist you. Call us today! Additional DBA: Agentis Plumbing Additional web: http://www.agentisplumbing.com

"Technician said water level was too high in toilet tank, so he lowered it to the proper level. This did not solve the problem, so the technician came back the next week and found the silicone seal had four swells bubbling around the seal. This caused water to seep past. Technician installed a new flush value seal kit, which solved the issue. I was only charged for the first visit, so I appreciate that the technician came back and resolved the issue the second time at no additional charge. Also on the first visit, the technician removed the hose from the outside faucet, along with taping and doping the threads on the faucet stem. He also provided a quote in case I wanted to replace this faucet. Overall, I'm very happy with the service provided."

Matt S on December 2020

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Septic tank cleanings or pump outs FAQs

Wastewater from your home from your showers, toilets, sink drains, and washing machines flows to your septic tank. When wastewater enters your septic tank, it divides into three parts sludge, water, and scum. Outlet and inlet pipe positions and baffles keep sludge and scum from leaving the tank. Wastewater, the effluent, moves down pipes to the drain field.

If a septic tank is not pumped, it can lead to serious issues. The accumulation of sludge and scum will eventually overflow into the drain field, causing blockages and system failure. Pipes may become clogged, leading to sewage backups in your home. Pumps can also break due to excessive buildup, and the drain field may become damaged, requiring costly repairs or replacement.

Signs that your septic tank needs to be pumped include unpleasant odors around your property, slow draining sinks and toilets, gurgling sounds in the plumbing, and sewage backups in your home. You may also notice standing water or damp spots near the septic tank or drain field. If you observe any of these signs, it's important to schedule a pumping promptly to prevent system failure.

Septic tank odors are typically caused by gases produced during the breakdown of organic waste in the tank. If these gases escape, it can indicate a problem such as a crack in the tank, a clogged drain field, or issues with the venting system. Odors can also result from overflows due to a full tank. Addressing septic tank odors promptly is important to prevent more serious issues.

You should pump your septic tank every three to five years, depending on factors like tank size and household size. Larger households generate more wastewater and may require more frequent pumping. For example, a family of four with a 1,000-gallon tank may need pumping every three years, while a smaller household with a larger tank might extend to five years. Regular maintenance ensures optimal system performance.

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