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.
"I had so many issues with the moisture in my basement. Alan returned my call within hours, gave me a quote (far below others I priced out), scheduled the work and came out within 2 days, completing the work quicker than I could have hoped for. I would recommend A & A Basement Waterproofing to anyone and everyone!"
David H 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.
"I had so many issues with the moisture in my basement. Alan returned my call within hours, gave me a quote (far below others I priced out), scheduled the work and came out within 2 days, completing the work quicker than I could have hoped for. I would recommend A & A Basement Waterproofing to anyone and everyone!"
David H 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
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
At Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc., we put our customers needs first! We offer a range of drain services and we know that our customer's are the backbone of our success. Response times are quick through our 24-hour emergency service and we pride ourselves on providing competitive, up-front costs. Whether you take advantage of our maintenance and service contracts for savings, or you use us for one-time emergency services, Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. will deliver on professional, reliable and quality work. Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. provides both residential and commercial drain cleaning services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days per year. Offering over 10 years of experience in the drain cleaning business, our qualified staff is prepared to handle everything from a clogged toilet to main sewer services. We are centrally located to service both Westchester and Fairfield Counties.
"Richard from Drain Away service came out the next day and fixed the clogged drain. He was also very helpful with getting Servpro out to do clean up. Richard provided full and efficient services. Very pleasant and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Drain Away for any plumbing issues and would use them again if needed."
Paula A on February 2025
At Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc., we put our customers needs first! We offer a range of drain services and we know that our customer's are the backbone of our success. Response times are quick through our 24-hour emergency service and we pride ourselves on providing competitive, up-front costs. Whether you take advantage of our maintenance and service contracts for savings, or you use us for one-time emergency services, Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. will deliver on professional, reliable and quality work. Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. provides both residential and commercial drain cleaning services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days per year. Offering over 10 years of experience in the drain cleaning business, our qualified staff is prepared to handle everything from a clogged toilet to main sewer services. We are centrally located to service both Westchester and Fairfield Counties.
"Richard from Drain Away service came out the next day and fixed the clogged drain. He was also very helpful with getting Servpro out to do clean up. Richard provided full and efficient services. Very pleasant and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Drain Away for any plumbing issues and would use them again if needed."
Paula A on February 2025
Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.
"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."
Elaine A on February 2025
Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.
"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."
Elaine A on February 2025
We are a full service remodeling company. We specialize in kitchen and bath, tile, carpentry, painting exterior and interior, general and basement remodels. Call us we are here to address all your remodeling needs.
"All our projects were completed competently and on time. Communication was excellent. Work was efficiently done and areas left clean. Workers are nice people."
Judy S on October 2024
We are a full service remodeling company. We specialize in kitchen and bath, tile, carpentry, painting exterior and interior, general and basement remodels. Call us we are here to address all your remodeling needs.
"All our projects were completed competently and on time. Communication was excellent. Work was efficiently done and areas left clean. Workers are nice people."
Judy S on October 2024
E. Garrity Water Solutions, LLC. is a family owned and operated business. We take pride in are work and use the highest quality products. We offer 24 hour service, 365 days a year. We provide 0% financing to qualified buyers.
"Three years later we're still dealing with the fallout from Garrity's shoddy work. We hired them to install a pump and sensor system to supply water from a new dug well. They consistently cut corners and over-charged us. We have had to hire another company to fix the issues they created (for instance, the pump controller shorted for the second time last week, and each replacement has cost > $1,500)."
Laurel L on December 2023
E. Garrity Water Solutions, LLC. is a family owned and operated business. We take pride in are work and use the highest quality products. We offer 24 hour service, 365 days a year. We provide 0% financing to qualified buyers.
"Three years later we're still dealing with the fallout from Garrity's shoddy work. We hired them to install a pump and sensor system to supply water from a new dug well. They consistently cut corners and over-charged us. We have had to hire another company to fix the issues they created (for instance, the pump controller shorted for the second time last week, and each replacement has cost > $1,500)."
Laurel L on December 2023
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.