AI-Powered Keep Your Crawl Space Dry with a Sump Pump
A crawl space sump pump could be a necessary step in your crawl space repair process. What are the benefits of a crawl space sump pump?
Crawl Space Repair Solutions: Sump Pump
A vital part of a sealed crawl space is a reliable sump pump system. Without one, your crawl space will still be vulnerable to groundwater, as well as unnoticed plumbing leaks.
A sump pump will make it much easier for you to remove water from the crawl space, no matter how it enters. That’s why you need to install your crawl space sump pump early in the process.
Custom-Designed Crawl Space Sump Pump
Crawl spaces often remain wet for days, weeks, and even months without the homeowner realizing there’s a water problem. With the AquaStop Sump Pump System, you have the comfort of knowing you’re protected.
Along with two cast-iron/cast aluminum Pro Series Sump Pumps, your system can be customized to includes a floor drain to collect water from plumbing leaks, an AquaStop® Water Alarm System to notify you of water in the crawl space, and a Power Pack Back-up Pump that can pump 13,875 gallons of water on a single charge for maximum protection.
The AquaStop™ Sump Pump System is fully compatible with our complete crawl space vapor barrier system because of its unique lid. If you have no groundwater concerns, but would still like to be protected from plumbing leaks, you may also want to consider our crawl space drain system.
Understanding How Sump Pumps Work
One of the first things that many people wonder about sump pumps is how they work. Even if you already have a crawl space sump pump, you might not know how it works. Understanding this is crucial if you want to fully understand your home’s crawl space.
- The Mechanics
A sump pump takes in water, then pumps it out to an external drainage system. You can install a sump pump in your crawl space or your basement. The drainage system goes outside, distributing the water back out in a way that encourages it not to accumulate around the home.
The exact ways in which the device pumps the water out varies depending on the type of machine you have. For the most part, it’ll use a mechanical approach of pumping out water, which means the device will typically plug into the wall, often with a battery backup in case of a power outage. All you need to know is that it pumps water out of the space.
- Reasons to Invest in a Sump Pump
There are many reasons that most people will tell you to invest in a sump pump. The sump pump makes it easy for you to stop worrying about water accumulation in your crawl space. Standing water is never a good thing and a sump pump effectively removes that problem.
Most crawl spaces can benefit from this machine, as can any basements. The exact sump pump you choose may vary depending on the size of the crawl space or basement, as well as the regularity with which you’ll likely run the pump. An expert will be able to help you choose the perfect model.
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Trevor is 10 out of 10. He communicated before coming out to make sure he had what was needed. He was on time and very professional and…
Trevor is 10 out of 10. He communicated before coming out to make sure he had what was needed. He was on time and very professional and thorough. He went over and above to make sure every concern I had was addressed. Highly, highly recommend Trevor!
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Five-star service from the San Jose Groundworks crew—Estevan (Foreman), Noah (Installer), Roberto (Installer), and Kyle (Supervisor). This…
Five-star service from the San Jose Groundworks crew—Estevan (Foreman), Noah (Installer), Roberto (Installer), and Kyle (Supervisor). This team was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. They solved our basement leaking during heavy rain by installing an internal foundation floor gutter system and a sump pump, and the quality of their work was exceptional. What really stood out was their professionalism and attention to detail. They were incredibly friendly, took the time to explain everything clearly, and treated our home with great care. The floor protection and furniture tarping they set up before starting the job was first-rate and showed how much pride they take in their work. It’s rare to find a crew this skilled, respectful, and hardworking. I would highly recommend this company—and especially this fantastic team—to anyone dealing with foundation or basement water issues.
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Mitchell very professional, very good explaining procedure in detail. I would recommend him to others, very happy with his work
Mitchell very professional, very good explaining procedure in detail. I would recommend him to others, very happy with his work
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As someone new to homeownership, there are a lot of maintenance items that feel daunting and overwhelming. I asked Groundworks to inspect…
As someone new to homeownership, there are a lot of maintenance items that feel daunting and overwhelming. I asked Groundworks to inspect our foundation because I was seeing some cracks in the brick and a few inside the house. In these crazy economic times, I want to start preparing in the event that I need a multi thousand dollar repair on my home! Jacob came to do the inspection and was so, so knowledgeable and helpful. He showed me areas to look out for and what exactly I should be looking for as far as damage that requires foundation repair. He took measurements all around my house so that if I ever see signs of shift, I could compare new measurements to what he took today. We took pictures of the current state of the house, and he gave me really helpful tips to care for our foundation during the summer. I feel like I just got a fantastic masterclass on home care and I feel so much more prepared to care for this property as it ages. Additionally, I am a woman usually home alone when contractors come to the house and I’m nervous to have a strange man in my house, but Jacob was so kind and never made me feel uncomfortable. Thank you so much, Jacob! I will definitely be sharing my experience with others. Luckily, I don’t have to repair the foundation (yet) but when I do, I know exactly who I’ll call.
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Dylan was very friendly and walked us through everything. Did a very thorough inspection of our home. I was very impressed with the…
Dylan was very friendly and walked us through everything. Did a very thorough inspection of our home. I was very impressed with the reasonable cost associated with the work.
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Ground Works did a fantastic job took their time made sure it got done correctly. 100% would recommend their services. The crew mark D,…
Ground Works did a fantastic job took their time made sure it got done correctly. 100% would recommend their services. The crew mark D, marques T, Robert c, Ruben s, Trae h, Daniel m. All were very professional and made sure to clean up. I think the place looked better than when they got here. We had major issues under the house and they addressed all of it. Thanks Groundworks
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I want to recognize Jeff Doyle for his kindness and professionalism. During his visit with me, he noticed that I had a tree to fall in my…
I want to recognize Jeff Doyle for his kindness and professionalism. During his visit with me, he noticed that I had a tree to fall in my yard. Jeff went above and beyond by speaking to some landscapers in my area and helped me secure a great price for the cleanup. He didn't have to, but out of genuine concern, he took the initiative to assist me. I truly appreciate his efforts. It made a lasting impression. It's rare to find someone who takes that extra steps to help others, and Jeff exemplifies exceptional customer service and care. Thank you, Jeff!
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We had Aaron give us an estimate for some foundation work on our home. We scheduled it and we were very pleased with the professional…
We had Aaron give us an estimate for some foundation work on our home. We scheduled it and we were very pleased with the professional service we received from Aaron and the crew who came to do the work. Brogan, Caden and Eric came on time and did a wonderful job. Thanks guys!
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From the rep to the techs everyone has been very knowledgeable, professional and communicative. Every step through the process everyone at …
From the rep to the techs everyone has been very knowledgeable, professional and communicative. Every step through the process everyone at AFS has been great to work with. We needed major repairs done in a very short crawlspace and the team that came out was done a little ahead of schedule and walked us through every step of the way. They were on time each day and walked us through every step as they were working. We highly recommend AFS, and we still have another area we need addressed and will be hiring AFS to resolve it.
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Friendly fast and very professional I help businesses by removing bad reviews to improve Google rating helping you attract more customers. Let me know if you're interested Contact me via my profile. My Whatsapp details are listed there
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I am fortunate that this crew (Nate, Brian, Joe) were the ones scheduled to do my foundation repair. They were prompt, polite and…
I am fortunate that this crew (Nate, Brian, Joe) were the ones scheduled to do my foundation repair. They were prompt, polite and professional. They exceeded my expectations for the time allotted to get the job done and took care in keeping the construction mess to a minimum. Good job guys!!
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Lyle was wonderful from the moment we met him till the end of our initial meeting. He was very professional and thorough as he did his…
Lyle was wonderful from the moment we met him till the end of our initial meeting. He was very professional and thorough as he did his inspection of our property. Lyle answered all of our questions and felt like he truly cared. I appreciate his honesty and genuineness as he spoke to us about his recommendations. He followed up with us the next day with dates and we look forward to getting our problem solved quickly. Thank you Lyle.
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Great job Travis. Very good explanation of the problems.
Great job Travis. Very good explanation of the problems.
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Timber Shelton was a pleasure and professional explaining my issues in my 100 yr old house. Thank you.
Timber Shelton was a pleasure and professional explaining my issues in my 100 yr old house. Thank you.
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Dylan Johnson came to our home and did a very thorough job of checking the entire area. We needed our concrete driveway lifted and…
Dylan Johnson came to our home and did a very thorough job of checking the entire area. We needed our concrete driveway lifted and repaired. Our sidewalk was also needing some attention. He did a great job explaining everything and educating us on how Groundwork’s process works. It was not cheap but it was reasonable and about what we expected it to cost.
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I had an excellent experience with Groundworks!!! Jacob was a very thorough with the inspection. He gave me an honest assessment of my…
I had an excellent experience with Groundworks!!! Jacob was a very thorough with the inspection. He gave me an honest assessment of my home and ways to prevent issues in the future. He was very detailed and explained everything. I appreciate his expertise and plan to use them yearly to monitor my home. Would definitely recommend them to others!
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Steven and Dyllen were pleasant, did a fantastic job with my encapsulation and outside work. They were thorough and completely cleaned up. …
Steven and Dyllen were pleasant, did a fantastic job with my encapsulation and outside work. They were thorough and completely cleaned up. Thank you both!!
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Michael Freeman, the Service Technician, recently completed the annual service on the foundation work Aquaguard had performed. He…
Michael Freeman, the Service Technician, recently completed the annual service on the foundation work Aquaguard had performed. He contacted me on his way, arrived right on time, and completed the work efficiently. He is professional, as well as personable, and is an excellent representative for Aquaguard…so good that I requested he return next year when my service is due!
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Jorge and and crew were amazing! They explained the process and answered all our questions. Jorge and crew were professional and polite….
Jorge and and crew were amazing! They explained the process and answered all our questions. Jorge and crew were professional and polite. Good job!
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Uriel, Bryce, Austin. These guys worked super hard and did a great job! Highly recommend this company!
Uriel, Bryce, Austin. These guys worked super hard and did a great job! Highly recommend this company!
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All three employees, Brett, Jon and Jacob, were great. They were friendly, eager and confident that I would be pleased. And I was. They…
All three employees, Brett, Jon and Jacob, were great. They were friendly, eager and confident that I would be pleased. And I was. They left only footprints as we environmentalists say. thnx
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Gardner came to do an inspection of my basement and provide a quote. I had received other quotes that only provided for a single sump pump…
Gardner came to do an inspection of my basement and provide a quote. I had received other quotes that only provided for a single sump pump install at outrageous prices. He was very thorough, took two hours to measure, inspect, provided videos and explanations on everything, and the quote was shockingly affordable with so much more work I was ecstatic! I am getting a three sump pump with back up battery, and so much more for basically what the others quoted. And, to have the option to finance through Greensky was the cherry on top! If you are in King County, ask for Gardner @ GROUNDWORKS – you won’t regret it!
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I had Zach Rose stop by and check out a few areas of concern I’ve had since buying my home (uneven concrete walkways, sinking concrete…
I had Zach Rose stop by and check out a few areas of concern I’ve had since buying my home (uneven concrete walkways, sinking concrete patio, cracks in garage floor). Zach was respectful of the house, thorough during the inspection, and professional in demeanor and knowledge of the field. He took his time to explain everything to me and never seemed bothered by my questions. He was polite and professional when explaining the pricing.
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Tyler and Rob came to my home to address an issue that, in the end, was not of their making. They repaired it anyway to better than new.
Tyler and Rob came to my home to address an issue that, in the end, was not of their making. They repaired it anyway to better than new.
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So far everything is going great, Don was friendly and seemed very knowledgeable about his craft! I don't to sound negative but I have a…
So far everything is going great, Don was friendly and seemed very knowledgeable about his craft! I don't to sound negative but I have a bad experience with my mobile home leveling and I'm hoping everything goes well. Don made me feel comfortable about everything so saying that I hope everything goes well and I will follow up on my review after the work is done! Thank you Don I hope everyone else in your is as professional and putting customers at ease!
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Nick was great! Quickly diagnosed the problem and told us how to take care of our issue!
Nick was great! Quickly diagnosed the problem and told us how to take care of our issue!
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Devin Kimbrough was great. Incredibly thorough, honest and friendly. 10/10 would recommend
Devin Kimbrough was great. Incredibly thorough, honest and friendly. 10/10 would recommend
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Zech and Jacob did an excellent job, well beyond our expectations!
Zech and Jacob did an excellent job, well beyond our expectations!
Zach Wallace was the inspector that came out to do my yearly maintenance. He was absolutely phenomenal, and reaffirms why I choose Tar…
Zach Wallace was the inspector that came out to do my yearly maintenance. He was absolutely phenomenal, and reaffirms why I choose Tar Heel basement and am able to have peace of mind and put my trust in this company. He was prompt, transparent, and thorough with his inspection, as well as being patient, friendly, and very professional. He sat down and explained everything he found, what he would recommend, and made me feel that he did have my best interest at heart and that I was being taken care of, which is rare to find now.
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Victor Cruz & Miguel Storga were overall really great. They were timely, polite, answered all of our questions we had and throughly…
Victor Cruz & Miguel Storga were overall really great. They were timely, polite, answered all of our questions we had and throughly explained the work they did. After work was completed they cleaned up without leaving a mess behind. Great Service!
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Brandon and Zach did an outstanding job on repairing and restoring our pool deck. Over the years sections of the deck had developed cracks,…
Brandon and Zach did an outstanding job on repairing and restoring our pool deck. Over the years sections of the deck had developed cracks, and several areas had become uneven creating trip hazards and cosmetic concerns. Brandon and Zach carefully repaired the damaged areas, corrected the uneven sections and left the deck looking fantastic. We're extremely pleased with the results and would highly recommend Alpha to anyone needing concrete or pool deck repairs.
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BRADY WEBSTER, AUSTIN HITCHCOX, AND DONALD ROBERTS were very professional, through and precise. They answered all my questions without…
BRADY WEBSTER, AUSTIN HITCHCOX, AND DONALD ROBERTS were very professional, through and precise. They answered all my questions without hesitation. I highly recommend them!
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Doug McKeown was very professional, knowledgeable and personable.
Doug McKeown was very professional, knowledgeable and personable.
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Austin T, Wyatt S, Zane H and Bryce J did a fantastic job on our basement house leveling project. They all were efficient, professional and …
Austin T, Wyatt S, Zane H and Bryce J did a fantastic job on our basement house leveling project. They all were efficient, professional and knowledgeable. They were able to reuse the cement footings rather than pour new, which adjusted the price and saved us money. Very honest and trustworthy company. Definitely will use them for future needs and highly recommend.
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This section of my house was over a 100 years old and had sunk a couple inches. I was so incredibly nervous about having the helictical…
This section of my house was over a 100 years old and had sunk a couple inches. I was so incredibly nervous about having the helictical piers installed and the house lifted. My salesperson and the ground crew kept reassuring me that they knew what they were doing and they would do their best. I am so happy with the outcome! They went above and beyond to treat my home with respect. Many thanks
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I was very pleased with the quality of work Felipe, Miguel, and Ben completed at my home. I had some sagging floor joists and major rotten…
I was very pleased with the quality of work Felipe, Miguel, and Ben completed at my home. I had some sagging floor joists and major rotten wood under my bathroom floor. They arrived on time and started work right away tearing out the bathroom floor and tub. Using that as an access point they repaired the sagging joists and beams under the house. As they were working, I walked through the house and noticed stability had been restored under the floors. They completed the repair by sistering the joists under the bathroom floor and replaced the subfloor. They worked so hard and were so polite the entire time they were here and took the time to answer my questions during the process. I can’t thank you enough for restoring my house and my peace of mind! You guys are amazing! Thank you!
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Just wanted to take a second and recognize the hard work that Chris, Slade, Gio, and KC did in my basement. These guys worked efficiently,…
Just wanted to take a second and recognize the hard work that Chris, Slade, Gio, and KC did in my basement. These guys worked efficiently, and were super nice and knowledgeable. Additionally, Ross did a great job in communication and I appreciate all of their work.
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Field Inspector Joel R. was very efficient and professional during my maintenance visit today. My waterproofing system was fully inspected, …
Field Inspector Joel R. was very efficient and professional during my maintenance visit today. My waterproofing system was fully inspected, cleaned and tested and afterwards everything was explained to me in a simple and clear manner. Very satisfied in today's appointment.
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Inspector OB Kwon was very knowledgeable and efficient. He answered all my questions and explained everything in detail. Highly recommend…
Inspector OB Kwon was very knowledgeable and efficient. He answered all my questions and explained everything in detail. Highly recommend Groundworks.
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Alan at AFS was a terrific resource for our foundation concerns! Recommend reaching out to him for any concerns you might have. Thank you!
Alan at AFS was a terrific resource for our foundation concerns! Recommend reaching out to him for any concerns you might have. Thank you!
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Tom came out for an inspection of our cantina. He was great. Gave us all the facts we needed and options that could be done. Very honest…
Tom came out for an inspection of our cantina. He was great. Gave us all the facts we needed and options that could be done. Very honest and factual. Would highly recommend them.
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Monty Fowler performed my yearly inspection today. He arrived on time for the appointment, sincerely listened to my concerns, and kept me…
Monty Fowler performed my yearly inspection today. He arrived on time for the appointment, sincerely listened to my concerns, and kept me informed on progress thru the entire service. Monty was an absolute pleasure to work with and addressed everything I had questions about, even some things I wouldn't have thought to ask. AFS has a wonderful ambassador for your company in Monty.
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I contacted AFS to assess my home after encountering water damage in multiple areas. Devin Kimbrough was assigned to me. Devin was…
I contacted AFS to assess my home after encountering water damage in multiple areas. Devin Kimbrough was assigned to me. Devin was professional from start to finish, communicated well, and thoroughly educated me on the issues that were occurring at my home. He identified where water was entering the home, identified various cracks and, explained how they likely occurred. Devin is an SME in what he does and I would highly recommend. Thanks for everything, Devin!
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Jim B. Excellent customer service. Looking over figures over and will definitely use when I decide
Jim B. Excellent customer service. Looking over figures over and will definitely use when I decide
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Codi Martin did an amazing job crawling under my house during a snow storm. He gave me a detailed report of the issues I am having and…
Codi Martin did an amazing job crawling under my house during a snow storm. He gave me a detailed report of the issues I am having and fixes for the situation concerning my home.
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Jonathan was very proffessional and knowledgable. He did a great job explaining his findings and the necesary work. We would reccomend…
Jonathan was very proffessional and knowledgable. He did a great job explaining his findings and the necesary work. We would reccomend working with him and the company
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Devin arrived on time (1200 noon) just like he said would. I was pleasantly surprised that the inspection included inside and around the…
Devin arrived on time (1200 noon) just like he said would. I was pleasantly surprised that the inspection included inside and around the outside of the home, as well as the crawl space. I'm glad that no major issues were found . I was impressed with his level of professionalism, as he went as far as to literally record his findings into a slide presentation. He even went as far as to seal around the door to the crawl space in an effort to ensure the possibility of water no longer pooling by the door. I'm very pleased that the encapsulation done by Tarheel Basement Systems is still holding firm. Devin showed me what Tarheel Basement Systems can do for me regarding insulation. Though I'm not ready to make this move now, Devin has given something me to think about.
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Mike Gold was very professional and polite. He explained every step.
Mike Gold was very professional and polite. He explained every step.
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I just got my home foundation checked by Chase. He is very expirienced expertise. Very honest.
I just got my home foundation checked by Chase. He is very expirienced expertise. Very honest.
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Jeremiah, Chris and Roberto did an awesome job with lifting my foundation and they cleaned the area extremely quickly and well. Very…
Jeremiah, Chris and Roberto did an awesome job with lifting my foundation and they cleaned the area extremely quickly and well. Very Professional and very professional work great team and very knowledgeable guys.
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Rhys was great! Very informative when doing the service inspection
Rhys was great! Very informative when doing the service inspection
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Pasi and Robert did an excellent job and worked quickly to meet my needs. They were very compassionate and met all of my questions with…
Pasi and Robert did an excellent job and worked quickly to meet my needs. They were very compassionate and met all of my questions with knowledge answers.
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Hunter Holmes was wonderful!! He took care of all of our questions, provided us with resources, and has us on track to get our home back in …
Hunter Holmes was wonderful!! He took care of all of our questions, provided us with resources, and has us on track to get our home back in the right shape. We are so appreciative of him and would recommend Groundworks to anyone.
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Emmett W. Excellent service technician… Polite, positive, respectful, diligent, ….shared photos and took the time to explain his work…
Emmett W. Excellent service technician… Polite, positive, respectful, diligent, ….shared photos and took the time to explain his work and inspection.
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Shoutouts to Cliff & George. The Basement Bash Brothers, they did a tremendous job cleaning, sealing, and strengthening points of our…
Shoutouts to Cliff & George. The Basement Bash Brothers, they did a tremendous job cleaning, sealing, and strengthening points of our crawlspace. As first-time homeowners, we are learning as we go, and we learned a ton about our basement level from Cliff and George. They've been working together in the industry for over 2 decades and it showed – gaining our trust by walking us through their whole process with great transparency and exceptional know-how. They did a tremendous job with our basement level – no more smell, the crawlspace is lined expertly, machinery is working seamlessly, and they installed a childproof door for us. Hats off to the fellas.
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Lee was so fast and such a great help after my son knocked into a rusted valve at our toilet supply line and flooded my bathroom. He was…
Lee was so fast and such a great help after my son knocked into a rusted valve at our toilet supply line and flooded my bathroom. He was there quickly and had it fixed within an hour. Definitely will call him again in the future for any plumbing needs.
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Hired JES to stabilize our sinking foundation after a very positive site survey with field engineer Skylar Wilson. He explained the repair…
Hired JES to stabilize our sinking foundation after a very positive site survey with field engineer Skylar Wilson. He explained the repair process and guarantee very well and worked with us to develop a logical repair plan. Once the job was scheduled and that date arrived, the install crew of Jaime Castillo, Joel Larios, and Cesar Zafra came and immediately went to work. They were very organized and performed in a very efficient manner. They were patient and provided excellent feedback for my questions of this fascinating process. They maintained a very clean and neat working environment. Skylar: thanks for giving us a great customer experience. Jaime, Joel, Cesar: ¡Eres increíble! ¡Buen trabajo!
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Cody, David and Chris did a fantastic job raising our sidewalk. They raised a curved 25ft 5 step walkway 6 inches. Cody explains the whole…
Cody, David and Chris did a fantastic job raising our sidewalk. They raised a curved 25ft 5 step walkway 6 inches. Cody explains the whole cost and process very well. David is a true expert in his field. And, Chris worked well doing the little things to keep the job on pace. All are true professionals. It was a great pleasure interacting with them. I highly recommend them for any needs you may have regarding concrete leveling.
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Jesse did an exceptional job on my home project when he came out with his crew. He was very delightful on the phone & was very respectful…
Jesse did an exceptional job on my home project when he came out with his crew. He was very delightful on the phone & was very respectful in person. He introduced himself, explained everything from start to finish of the tasks they were going to be accomplishing! After, when they were finished, we were so pleased with how everything looked! I fully recommend Jesse and the work he does! Kindness and good work go hand in hand! I recommend foundation recovery systems for your foundation home repair needs!
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Phillip sets the standard for exemplary customer service, professionalism, and knowledge. His service work on equipment in my crawl space…
Phillip sets the standard for exemplary customer service, professionalism, and knowledge. His service work on equipment in my crawl space was five star! His understanding of the challenges a cracked beam presents allowed him to explain the repair process clear and concisely. I went with JES on encapsulating my crawl space and replacing almost half of the massive joists several years ago; I'm absolutely sticking with them on shoring up the beam. Yes, they are expensive; their quality work is worth every penny!
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Jarrod, my service technician, explained the entire process to me. He actually raked dirt to cover erosion from the rain. Job well done!…
Jarrod, my service technician, explained the entire process to me. He actually raked dirt to cover erosion from the rain. Job well done! Stellar service!
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Tanner was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and personable during my inspection. He did an amazing job explaining all aspects of my…
Tanner was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and personable during my inspection. He did an amazing job explaining all aspects of my situation, what my options were, and displayed infinite patience with my decision on what options to take. I couldn't be happier with my experience so far and look forward to seeing how well they perform during the project.
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Ryan did an excellent job explaining how Groundworks provides permanent solutions. He was very professional and spent several hours with…
Ryan did an excellent job explaining how Groundworks provides permanent solutions. He was very professional and spent several hours with me. Thank you for employing such high character. Susan Dempsey
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Robert Fuller inspected our back patio, accessing all of the cracking & splitting of the concrete. I felt confident he could correct the…
Robert Fuller inspected our back patio, accessing all of the cracking & splitting of the concrete. I felt confident he could correct the problem and save me from a big expense. Gavin Dendy & Matthew Meyers arrived when scheduled and walked me thru the process. I watched as the slabs of concrete were slowly lifted and leveled.The cracks were then cut & sealed. Both Matt and Gavin were very pleasant and professional. I highly recommend AFS for any concrete repairs.
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Chris D was on time and very professional. Saved my 32yr old problem in no time. Highly recommend
Chris D was on time and very professional. Saved my 32yr old problem in no time. Highly recommend
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Just had part of my house jacked up with 7 jacks. Sorry I don't know terminology. Weather was cold with one day being 15⁰. Did not expect…
Just had part of my house jacked up with 7 jacks. Sorry I don't know terminology. Weather was cold with one day being 15⁰. Did not expect workers to show up but they did. And worked all day to finish the job. MARK, BRANDON AND MARCOS was magnificent. They did an excellent job and did it quickly. They were kind and courteous. They did not leave a mess which I was afraid they would. I will be recommending Ground Works to my neighbors. Justus Stangl was very informative. Making the process understandable. He answered all our questions very knowledgeable. Process was a great experience. Thank you.
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Dave was outstanding! Great service, extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Explained everything clearly. I would highly recommend to…
Dave was outstanding! Great service, extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Explained everything clearly. I would highly recommend to anyone.
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I had Brian Cox from FRS come out and give me an estimate for a basement water solution. Brian was friendly, thorough, professional, and…
I had Brian Cox from FRS come out and give me an estimate for a basement water solution. Brian was friendly, thorough, professional, and honest in his assessment. He provided multiple options, explained issues with clarity, and discussed various payment options and potential discounts. All in all it was a great experience that I would highly recommend for anyone in need a thorough solution plan.
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Jason Carte is the best!!!!!!
Jason Carte is the best!!!!!!
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Hunter and Brad were absolutely great.. They were knowledgeable, professional, personable and lnformative. When there was some…
Hunter and Brad were absolutely great.. They were knowledgeable, professional, personable and lnformative. When there was some additional settling soon after the treatment they returned, evaluated and corrected/stabilized the area without any cost or hassle. They could not have been better! We would highly recommend Alpha Foundations.
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We had waterproofing and a sump pump installed in the basement. The team of Austin W., Nathan W., Devon W. and Isaac R. did an outstanding …
We had waterproofing and a sump pump installed in the basement. The team of Austin W., Nathan W., Devon W. and Isaac R. did an outstanding job. The amount of hard work that goes into a project of this type is off the charts. This team never stopped and worked incredibly hard the entire time they were on site. From prepping the site, to removing concrete, to the installation process – everything went like clockwork. Our job required a 50 foot pipe installation in the backyard. One person was responsible for digging the trench by hand. When he was finished, you could barely tell the yard had been dug up. Every person was polite, professional and skilled. We are so pleased this team handled our project. Thank you!
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Alan did a wonderful job helping us with our home. We were fortunate not to have any foundation issues associated with our doors sticking….
Alan did a wonderful job helping us with our home. We were fortunate not to have any foundation issues associated with our doors sticking. He was gracious enough to help us fix our door while he was here anyway.
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Michael Bowers the service technician was very helpful, he answered my questions in a professional manner and he showed up on time.
Michael Bowers the service technician was very helpful, he answered my questions in a professional manner and he showed up on time.
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Great experience with a great company.
Great experience with a great company.
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Services were provided quickly, and courteously. Joe Caruso was amazing!! Took his time, listened to my concerns, and explained everything…
Services were provided quickly, and courteously. Joe Caruso was amazing!! Took his time, listened to my concerns, and explained everything as if I were family!!
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The installation team was terrific to work with. Juan, the leader of the team, was exceptionally professional and very informative…
The installation team was terrific to work with. Juan, the leader of the team, was exceptionally professional and very informative throughout the process. Alex and Hayden were also very professional and upbeat – very dedicated to ensuring the job was done to the high level of the Tar Heel expectation. Nice work gents!
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Knowledgeable professional took time to explain pictures with patience no rush no pressure
Knowledgeable professional took time to explain pictures with patience no rush no pressure
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Just finished chatting with Alex Norris. He did a great job describing the issues in my basement. I feel much more knowledgeable and feel…
Just finished chatting with Alex Norris. He did a great job describing the issues in my basement. I feel much more knowledgeable and feel good about the options he outlined.
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We had a Crawl Space Encapsulation completed recently. We got the recommendation from family that have used them before. We could not have…
We had a Crawl Space Encapsulation completed recently. We got the recommendation from family that have used them before. We could not have asked for a better Team! Kevin was our inspector and was patient with our many questions and sincere in what our personal needs were. Ben was our foreman, he was also extremely patient with questions, and there were many. He made sure we knew exactly what was going on at each stage. All of the Crew that worked with us were courteous, hard working, and friendly! We had Ty with Ben one day! Jeremiah came for electrician consult, it was a pleasure to meet him. Next Crew with Ben was Trenton and K.C….these young men worked hard all day to complete this job and clean up was perfect. Corey did our electrical work and made sure all was safe….as we had some confusing electric lines under there! I feel so satisfied with this experience. And safe and secure in my home! Thanks to All Of You!
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We had the company come out to give us an estimate for some basement work. They were prompt and very professional. We got a good…
We had the company come out to give us an estimate for some basement work. They were prompt and very professional. We got a good explanation of our options and a detailed estimate. I would definitely recommend them. Ask specifically for Mark Gladish. He is great!
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We have an old house on a hill, which has a lot of underground streams. Over the years the soil under our foundation has destabilized,…
We have an old house on a hill, which has a lot of underground streams. Over the years the soil under our foundation has destabilized, causing one side of the house to sink. We talked to a lot of foundation contractors, but it was Matvey that really impressed us. Their attention to detail, and proper approaches (including engineering reports, load calculations etc) was fantastic and reassuring. They worked with the city to push through permitting, and kept us well updated on that process. The solution we needed was metal support piles under the foundation on one side of the house. Marco and Eduardo, the install team, were amazing. Really knowledgeable, friendly and great workers. They did an awesome job of installing the foundation supports, and left the area they were working in cleaner than before they came. Matvey were not the cheapest quote we got – but we felt that their approach was the best, and most thought out. I’d also argue your house foundation isn’t an area to cheap out on 🙂
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Chris Holmes came out and visited with me about our concerns with our building foundation, was honest and gave us a quote for what was…
Chris Holmes came out and visited with me about our concerns with our building foundation, was honest and gave us a quote for what was needed
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We had a very positive experience with JES Foundation Repair. They were extremely knowledgeable, professional and punctual. I would highly…
We had a very positive experience with JES Foundation Repair. They were extremely knowledgeable, professional and punctual. I would highly recommend them for foundation repair.
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I recently had a foundation issue with my garage. I reached out to AFS based on ads I heard on the radio. Sawyer from AFS came to my home …
I recently had a foundation issue with my garage. I reached out to AFS based on ads I heard on the radio. Sawyer from AFS came to my home and gave me an assessment and quote. I was very pleased with his knowledge and honest assessment of the situation. If you are in need of a foundation repair, I would highly recommend you give AFS a call. Specifically ask for Sawyer if you want someone very knowledgeable! Update: The work on my garage was just completed and the outstanding crew of Fernando, Marco and Uber was incredible. It was a full days work for them and they kept be informed as they completed the various steps along the way. Highly recommend AFS and this crew!
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Michael Dever came out for our annual maintenance of our basement system. He was punctual and professional. Highly recommend.
Michael Dever came out for our annual maintenance of our basement system. He was punctual and professional. Highly recommend.
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I highly recommend this company. The contractors did a beyond excellent job at explaining the problems with my basement and throughly…
I highly recommend this company. The contractors did a beyond excellent job at explaining the problems with my basement and throughly explained how they planned to fix it. The whole process went smoothly and every employee I talked to was kind, professional, and showed a willingness to help. They also offer financing options which were a huge help.
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Rudy and his team, including Jose, Ernesto, and Victorino, were incredibly professional, respectful, and clean. They were also very helpful …
Rudy and his team, including Jose, Ernesto, and Victorino, were incredibly professional, respectful, and clean. They were also very helpful and walked me through every step of the work, even though I wasn’t familiar with the process. Everything looks perfectly neat and well done.
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I worked with a great bunch of guys. Tony J.explained all the work so I can understand the job. All the guys were great Oscar and Paulino….
I worked with a great bunch of guys. Tony J.explained all the work so I can understand the job. All the guys were great Oscar and Paulino. All were very conscientious and kept things clean.
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John Stone was wonderful to work with!
John Stone was wonderful to work with!
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Stephen came out today to assess my crawl space foundation. He is very professional, kind, and knows his stuff. He provided pictures,…
Stephen came out today to assess my crawl space foundation. He is very professional, kind, and knows his stuff. He provided pictures, recommendations, and a sound plan of care for my house that was built in 1930. His estimate for the job is fair and doable. I'm excited to give back to my house, and Stephen is already making the journey satisfying. Thank-you, Stephen!
Awesome experience. Very helpful staff. Justin and his guys were very helpful and fixed the battery issue with ease!!!
Awesome experience. Very helpful staff. Justin and his guys were very helpful and fixed the battery issue with ease!!!
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Steven, Chris and Brandon were an outstanding installation crew. They arrived on time and kept us updated on their progress. The follow…
Steven, Chris and Brandon were an outstanding installation crew. They arrived on time and kept us updated on their progress. The follow up care was stellar as well 1
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Justin was very thoughtful, thorough, dedicated, and seemed to genuinely care for the needs our household! I really appreciate all of his…
Justin was very thoughtful, thorough, dedicated, and seemed to genuinely care for the needs our household! I really appreciate all of his hard work and attentiveness!
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Professional. Efficient. Friendly. Hat tip to Eric.
Professional. Efficient. Friendly. Hat tip to Eric.
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Connor and Tymen attended our home and work was completed and we were very satisfied the guys were knowledgeable and pleasant Thank you
Connor and Tymen attended our home and work was completed and we were very satisfied the guys were knowledgeable and pleasant Thank you
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They were on time, very nice and professional. Juan S, Alex S and Demarte S finished the job quickly. Juan came in and told me what they…
They were on time, very nice and professional. Juan S, Alex S and Demarte S finished the job quickly. Juan came in and told me what they did. Thank you very much for fixing my problem with such a pleasant crew.
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Brandon and Zach did a great job fixing our driveway.
Brandon and Zach did a great job fixing our driveway.
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These gentleman were the kindest, most professional people I have every work with. They did and amazing job. My crawl space is fantastic.
These gentleman were the kindest, most professional people I have every work with. They did and amazing job. My crawl space is fantastic.
What Can a Sump Pump Do to Help with Crawl Space Water?
The good news is that a sump pump can help you with crawl space water problems. Here are the different ways in which a sump pump can make your crawl space safer and healthier.
- Pump Out Floodwater
If floodwater does get into your crawl space, you need some way to get it out. As a matter of fact, in some areas that are prone to flooding, flood vents are encouraged, as they allow water to flow through your crawl space rather than build up significant amounts of force by battering against your crawl space walls.
However, if you’re going to have flood vents, you also need some way to make sure the floodwater leaves your crawl space once the flood is over. Otherwise, you’re just going to have standing water in your crawl space all the time. A sump pump is one of the best ways to make sure floodwater doesn’t stay in the crawl space.
- Help with Unexpected Leaks
Unexpected leaks are something you should try to make as expected as possible. Essentially, while you may never know when these leaks will occur, you should expect to have internal leaks at some point. That means installing a sump pump to help you with the water when internal leaks occur.
Internal leaks can be frustrating enough to deal with on their own. You don’t also want to have to worry about where the water from that internal leak will go. When you have a sump pump as a backup, you’ll be able to worry about the other elements of an internal and unexpected leak rather than having to worry about removing the water.
FAQs About a Crawl Space Sump Pump
Because a sump pump will pump water out of your crawl space, you might wonder whether it can fix your waterproofing problems. Remember, a crawl space sump pump is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Because it removes standing water, it can help you avoid waterlogging and other moisture problems. Standing water of any type in your crawl space, even if it’s only a little bit, can be extremely detrimental. You need to make sure that you’re removing that standing water as quickly as possible.
Most importantly, you should remember that a sump pump is a valuable part of fixing certain waterproofing elements, but not all of them. If you’re having regular issues with standing water in your crawl space, a sump pump can help resolve the symptoms but should be paired with other measures. For example, an interior drain will often be able to connect directly to the sump pump, allowing you to drain water off more effectively. With these two things combined, you can tackle many waterproofing concerns.
Crawl space encapsulation should be something you pursue, especially if you’re experiencing chronic issues with standing water or if you have a dirt crawl space. However, you can’t assume that putting down a crawl space vapor barrier will fix your problems well enough to avoid adding a sump pump.
You’ll likely want to lay down a crawl space vapor barrier, add crawl space vent covers if you have open crawl space vents, and possibly include a crawl space dehumidifier. Additionally, for many crawl spaces, a sump pump is one of the elements of encapsulation. With a sump pump, you’ll be able to pump out water no matter how it gets into the area. Even with encapsulation, there are still many ways water can get into the crawl space, and a sump pump protects against that. You can’t just choose one or the other. You’ll likely choose both.
If you’ve started to look into a crawl space sump pump, you might wonder whether you could DIY the installation process. Sadly, buying, setting up, and placing a sump pump is rather complicated. When you try to DIY the process, you’ll notice one crucial problem pretty quickly: you don’t have a lot of experience with this. That means there are many places for you to mess up, which you’ll discover very quickly.
If you’re looking to add a crawl space sump pump into your crawl space or you want to upgrade your current model, your best bet is to talk to a Groundworks crawl space repair expert. They’ll be able to do an inspection, look at what’s going on in your crawl space, and recommend a solution. That’s a hands-on way to fix the problem. Schedule an appointment with Groundworks today to learn more about your crawl space health options.
Install a Crawl Space Sump Pump Today with an Expert’s Help
Especially if you don’t have a sump pump at all in your crawl space, you must install one as soon as possible.
Groundworks has plenty of experience with installing crawl space sump pumps. No matter what you’re looking for or what you already have in your crawl space, a Groundworks crawl space repair expert will make it even easier for you to keep your crawl space safe and dry. Talk to a Groundworks expert today to learn more about your options for crawl space sump pumps and other methods of crawl space repair.