Vulcan Basement Waterproofing, Making Wet Basements Dry Since 1947. We're the Area's Oldest & Largest Basement Waterproofer Proudly serving the Entire State of New Jersey as well as Rockland and Orange Counties in NY. 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
"Got a quote from them very reasonable and extremely responsive. Have not performed the work."
Ian S on March 2023
Vulcan Basement Waterproofing, Making Wet Basements Dry Since 1947. We're the Area's Oldest & Largest Basement Waterproofer Proudly serving the Entire State of New Jersey as well as Rockland and Orange Counties in NY. 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
"Got a quote from them very reasonable and extremely responsive. Have not performed the work."
Ian S on March 2023
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
Thank you for visiting Gold Eagle Construction, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated waterproofing specialists based in Dover, NJ. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Central and South NJ. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!
"I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GOLD EAGLE WATERPROOFING. Edgar resolved and completed all my repairs in less than 8 hours. I am delightful pleased. I could not have asked for a better crew to do the job. Most refreshing to my spirit. I thank them so very much. Edgar is courteous, prompt, efficient, and neat and professional. His crew worked relentlessly together. They did a wonderful job of getting the job done correctly. They were in and out, leaving no signs of their presence except for my new French and speedy drains, sump pump, and repaired cracked in concrete wall! Gold Eagle made sure that the water drained completely away from my home. I have priced other companies, and none compared to Gold Eagle."
Brannie M on July 2024
Thank you for visiting Gold Eagle Construction, LLC. We are your locally owned and operated waterproofing specialists based in Dover, NJ. We service residential and commercial clients throughout Central and South NJ. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!
"I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GOLD EAGLE WATERPROOFING. Edgar resolved and completed all my repairs in less than 8 hours. I am delightful pleased. I could not have asked for a better crew to do the job. Most refreshing to my spirit. I thank them so very much. Edgar is courteous, prompt, efficient, and neat and professional. His crew worked relentlessly together. They did a wonderful job of getting the job done correctly. They were in and out, leaving no signs of their presence except for my new French and speedy drains, sump pump, and repaired cracked in concrete wall! Gold Eagle made sure that the water drained completely away from my home. I have priced other companies, and none compared to Gold Eagle."
Brannie M on July 2024
Elmers Construction LLC brings over 7 years of mastery to every home improvement project, excelling in basement waterproofing and painting large size homes. With tried-and-true methods, we stop water from entering your home and damaging your basement, banishing leaks and mold while safeguarding foundations better than 90% of competitors. For sprawling estates over 5,000 sq ft, our pro painters use high-quality paints to deliver flawless, showpiece finishes. As a fully bonded and insured team, we protect you—financially covered if issues pop up, a security 70% of contractors can’t match. Rooted in fairness, honesty, and accountability, we prioritize your home and deliver 5-star customer service. Ready to elevate your home? Call us today!
Elmers Construction LLC brings over 7 years of mastery to every home improvement project, excelling in basement waterproofing and painting large size homes. With tried-and-true methods, we stop water from entering your home and damaging your basement, banishing leaks and mold while safeguarding foundations better than 90% of competitors. For sprawling estates over 5,000 sq ft, our pro painters use high-quality paints to deliver flawless, showpiece finishes. As a fully bonded and insured team, we protect you—financially covered if issues pop up, a security 70% of contractors can’t match. Rooted in fairness, honesty, and accountability, we prioritize your home and deliver 5-star customer service. Ready to elevate your home? Call us today!
Quality 1st Basements Inc. has been in business for 30 years and is part of large network of international dealers. Our System Design Specialists are experienced experts in Basement Waterproofing and Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair and Concrete lifting & Leveling. Quality 1st Basements knows the importance of keeping your home healthy and dry and so we provide permanent solutions to protect your home. We pride ourselves on WOW service!
"Miguel and his crew were professional, clean and thorough. With the recent downpour, our basement is dry."
eric m on January 2023
Quality 1st Basements Inc. has been in business for 30 years and is part of large network of international dealers. Our System Design Specialists are experienced experts in Basement Waterproofing and Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair and Concrete lifting & Leveling. Quality 1st Basements knows the importance of keeping your home healthy and dry and so we provide permanent solutions to protect your home. We pride ourselves on WOW service!
"Miguel and his crew were professional, clean and thorough. With the recent downpour, our basement is dry."
eric m on January 2023
At First Choice Waterproofing, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The crew did a great job. Arrived on time and worked through till finished. They removed all garbage and left the area looking spotless. After a heavy rain, the garage was perfectly dry and has remained so. I would highly recommend them."
Sheila C on April 2025
At First Choice Waterproofing, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The crew did a great job. Arrived on time and worked through till finished. They removed all garbage and left the area looking spotless. After a heavy rain, the garage was perfectly dry and has remained so. I would highly recommend them."
Sheila C on April 2025
Home Quality Remodeling is a residential general contractor specializing in whole home remodels, including kitchen & bathroom remodels and home additions. We are licensed & insured in New Jersey. Satisfaction guaranteed, we always aim to exceed your expectations and never leave the job until your home vision is made a reality.
"Home Quality Remodeling took such great care of us with our project. We had a pleasant experience with Jacob, he is organized and professional. We will definitely return to them for future projects."
Kim F on November 2023
Home Quality Remodeling is a residential general contractor specializing in whole home remodels, including kitchen & bathroom remodels and home additions. We are licensed & insured in New Jersey. Satisfaction guaranteed, we always aim to exceed your expectations and never leave the job until your home vision is made a reality.
"Home Quality Remodeling took such great care of us with our project. We had a pleasant experience with Jacob, he is organized and professional. We will definitely return to them for future projects."
Kim F on November 2023
Great White Mechanical is one of the fastest growing HVAC Companies in the Northern NJ area. Our company gets the job done right the first time. Our service and installation teams are thorough from the beginning of the job until the end. At Great White Mechanical, we strive to uphold the highest level of satisfaction from our customers. We have the knowledge and expertise to keep our company running as effectively as possible. Our technicians have been in the business for over 25 years. We are proud of what we do!
"Great job"
Chris D on October 2024
Great White Mechanical is one of the fastest growing HVAC Companies in the Northern NJ area. Our company gets the job done right the first time. Our service and installation teams are thorough from the beginning of the job until the end. At Great White Mechanical, we strive to uphold the highest level of satisfaction from our customers. We have the knowledge and expertise to keep our company running as effectively as possible. Our technicians have been in the business for over 25 years. We are proud of what we do!
"Great job"
Chris D on October 2024
Specializing in Bergen County Toilet & Faucet Repair. 5 years accredited Super Service Award Winner for 2018, 2019 2020 , 2021 and 2024 !! 36 years of experience specializing in all plumbing, heating, repairs, replacements and all aspects of drain cleaning. There is no job too small! We always work neat and clean like no other! Our phone is always answered by the owner. Give us a try, you won’t regret it! WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS
"Excellent. Ralph and Peter arrived on time both days, looked at what was requested and detailed their suggestions due to age and deterioration of pipes and fixtures. The new fixtures are much higher quality and corroded pipes were replaced, everything was wiped clean, vacuumed and received instructions on usage to ensure no issues. Rates quoted were very competitive especially given that they upgraded the fixtures and installed new pipes. I have already scheduled Ralph and Peter for my bathroom renovation in the fall and will use for all future plumbing needs."
Susan P on July 2024
Specializing in Bergen County Toilet & Faucet Repair. 5 years accredited Super Service Award Winner for 2018, 2019 2020 , 2021 and 2024 !! 36 years of experience specializing in all plumbing, heating, repairs, replacements and all aspects of drain cleaning. There is no job too small! We always work neat and clean like no other! Our phone is always answered by the owner. Give us a try, you won’t regret it! WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS
"Excellent. Ralph and Peter arrived on time both days, looked at what was requested and detailed their suggestions due to age and deterioration of pipes and fixtures. The new fixtures are much higher quality and corroded pipes were replaced, everything was wiped clean, vacuumed and received instructions on usage to ensure no issues. Rates quoted were very competitive especially given that they upgraded the fixtures and installed new pipes. I have already scheduled Ralph and Peter for my bathroom renovation in the fall and will use for all future plumbing needs."
Susan P on July 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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. Accepts CC, Zelle, Cash and Checks.
"It went very well. He was very nice and professional. He was on time. I will definitely recommend him."
Raj P on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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. Accepts CC, Zelle, Cash and Checks.
"It went very well. He was very nice and professional. He was on time. I will definitely recommend him."
Raj P on April 2025
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.