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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Mike and Jackson did an amazing job leveling our driveway. Highly recommend.
Mike and Jackson did an amazing job leveling our driveway. Highly recommend.
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Ed was very polite and on time, very honest and trustworthy because we had a unique situation, and gave us the advice that it would be…
Ed was very polite and on time, very honest and trustworthy because we had a unique situation, and gave us the advice that it would be better going in a different direction. He was sincere and didn’t try to charge us for something that would be less money if we did it ourselves. We will absolutely use this company for our additional projects.
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James Cook is always friendly, professional, and efficient. He goes beyond great service with other helpful suggestions. Highly recommended.
James Cook is always friendly, professional, and efficient. He goes beyond great service with other helpful suggestions. Highly recommended.
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It was nice to work with people who care and answer every question I had! Vaughn got it all started and James, Trent, RJ, Darrion were a…
It was nice to work with people who care and answer every question I had! Vaughn got it all started and James, Trent, RJ, Darrion were a great team. Good communication and efficiency without cutting corners. Looking forward to staying on schedule with future care/maintenance.
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Kornbread, Zeke and Oscar are darlings to work with. I appreciate everyone making the project happen including the phone ladies, consultant,…
Kornbread, Zeke and Oscar are darlings to work with. I appreciate everyone making the project happen including the phone ladies, consultant, Sammy,Tristian and Joe.
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I had Emmett W. out to my home to service all installed systems. I have always had an amazing experience with AFS. They have always been…
I had Emmett W. out to my home to service all installed systems. I have always had an amazing experience with AFS. They have always been incredibly professional, helpful, kind, and seem to really care about me and my home.
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I had crawlspace jacks installed by Lucas and crew. They were courteous, thorough and made sure I was satisfied with the work, via photos…
I had crawlspace jacks installed by Lucas and crew. They were courteous, thorough and made sure I was satisfied with the work, via photos and explanation during and upon completion ,before leaving. They also cleaned up the work area as well before leaving. Great experience and crew. Thanks guys, Gayle Porter
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The installation inspection was completed successfully today. Thankyou to all that contributed. Special thanks to Miguel A., Luis S and…
The installation inspection was completed successfully today. Thankyou to all that contributed. Special thanks to Miguel A., Luis S and Garson G. for your conscientious work.
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Salesperson had excellent knowledge about the product(s). Easy process start to finish . Delivery was really superb! Delivery foreman…
Salesperson had excellent knowledge about the product(s). Easy process start to finish . Delivery was really superb! Delivery foreman called me to let me know his time of arrival. They delivered, set up efficiently, quickly and neatly. Great service! I would recommend Groundworks to everyone!
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Joe came out to my house to give me a quote to level out my uneven sidewalk and he was super helpful in pointing out some other solutions…
Joe came out to my house to give me a quote to level out my uneven sidewalk and he was super helpful in pointing out some other solutions to mitigate other water issues on my property.
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Absolutely wonderful. Whitt was super informative and talked to me through the entire process. Great person great jokes and very caring.
Absolutely wonderful. Whitt was super informative and talked to me through the entire process. Great person great jokes and very caring.
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Alex Fernandez, Trevor Wright, and Jacob Stockert worked on stabilizing our foundation for two days. They did a wonderful job. They kept…
Alex Fernandez, Trevor Wright, and Jacob Stockert worked on stabilizing our foundation for two days. They did a wonderful job. They kept me posted on what they were doing. Alex showed me pictures at the end of the project.
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The first company I called was cheaper but everything they said was incorrect compared to Groundworks who got the permit and did everything …
The first company I called was cheaper but everything they said was incorrect compared to Groundworks who got the permit and did everything to spec. Even came out later on to fix an issue with the sump pump no charge. Every worker I met with so far has been very friendly and knowledgeable
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Christian provided a thorough assessment and we really appreciate his time and care in explaining everything
Christian provided a thorough assessment and we really appreciate his time and care in explaining everything
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Aric was great. Very thorough and professional. Many options. Thanks!
Aric was great. Very thorough and professional. Many options. Thanks!
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Denis G was friendly, efficient, and very knowledgable about the entire process. He gave solid advice and truly seem to care what was best…
Denis G was friendly, efficient, and very knowledgable about the entire process. He gave solid advice and truly seem to care what was best for our family.
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We had our basement walls repaired and a water management system installed in our home over 16 years ago and it is still as good as the day …
We had our basement walls repaired and a water management system installed in our home over 16 years ago and it is still as good as the day JES installed it. Jay Hyman was our sales rep back then and still works at JES, now as a professional inspector. For the first time in 16 years, I recently reached out to JES to get copies of our old paperwork and Jay and the receptionist at the Manassas office were very friendly and super helpful. They went out of their way to get me what I needed. JES is a rare find, a company that’s stands behind their work – 16 years and counting.
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Jonathan and Edwin were great. Communicated everything. Professional and efficient. Great job!
Jonathan and Edwin were great. Communicated everything. Professional and efficient. Great job!
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Andrew W. came and did a great job cleaning under our house and checking everything. He was very professional and informative of what all…
Andrew W. came and did a great job cleaning under our house and checking everything. He was very professional and informative of what all he did and what needed to be done.
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Brodie was great! Very thorough in his review of our project and made sure we understood what was needed to fix our issue!
Brodie was great! Very thorough in his review of our project and made sure we understood what was needed to fix our issue!
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Got my basement fixed up thanks to Reed Norvell & Albert Honaker. Greatly appreciate their time and efforts, as well as their respect and…
Got my basement fixed up thanks to Reed Norvell & Albert Honaker. Greatly appreciate their time and efforts, as well as their respect and kindness. Very sweet fellas to work with.
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Casey and Christian did an excellent job. They went right to work knew exactly what they were doing. How to do. It kept me informed on what …
Casey and Christian did an excellent job. They went right to work knew exactly what they were doing. How to do. It kept me informed on what they were doing cleaned up what little mess they made which was job related answered all my questions. Make sure I was 100% satisfied before they left, I would highly recommend them and the ASF people. They have never disappointed me. They take pride in their work and it shows.
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Personable and very informative Justin addington
Personable and very informative Justin addington
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Tobias was hospitable and he did a great job completing our 1 year free follow-up review.
Tobias was hospitable and he did a great job completing our 1 year free follow-up review.
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Guile’s Hall and Jason did a great job!
Guile’s Hall and Jason did a great job!
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Tim Pratt is very good to work with
Tim Pratt is very good to work with
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AFS WORK CREW WAS AWESOME!! Carlos, Roberto and Gustavo worked so hard and did an outstanding job…Noe Rivas was so professions and made…
AFS WORK CREW WAS AWESOME!! Carlos, Roberto and Gustavo worked so hard and did an outstanding job…Noe Rivas was so professions and made sure we were satisfied on completion of job..thank you!!
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Team did a great job – and set my expectations up front. Told me concrete may move a bit away from foundation as it raised, but would fill …
Team did a great job – and set my expectations up front. Told me concrete may move a bit away from foundation as it raised, but would fill gap. Very satisfied with the results!
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I met with Eric who was friendly and very knowledgeable about my foundation issues. He explained everything in an easy to understand manner….
I met with Eric who was friendly and very knowledgeable about my foundation issues. He explained everything in an easy to understand manner. I can't wait for the job to be done in less than 2 weeks and to meet the crew.
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We recently had Ohio Basement Authority at our home to complete repairs on a basement wall. During the repair process, the work being…
We recently had Ohio Basement Authority at our home to complete repairs on a basement wall. During the repair process, the work being performed did not align with our understanding or expectations. After contacting the main customer service line, I received some assistance, but several of my questions and concerns remained unresolved. I was then connected with Jake Merrill, Field Supervisor, whose involvement made a significant difference. Jake listened carefully, acknowledged that the project was not progressing as either of us expected, and assured me he would take immediate steps to correct the situation and ensure the work was completed that same day. His communication—both by phone and text—was prompt, clear, and consistently professional. Jake delivered on every commitment he made. The repairs were completed successfully that day, and we are very pleased with the final result. In an environment where exceptional customer service is increasingly rare, Jake demonstrated genuine dedication to resolving the issue and ensuring our satisfaction. We sincerely appreciate Jake Merrill’s efforts. Jake was a difference maker in the results and our appreciation for the job results.
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They were very professional on time worked hard let me know what was happening and sending pictures Dylan Tanner Mason were great and done …
They were very professional on time worked hard let me know what was happening and sending pictures Dylan Tanner Mason were great and done great work .I would recommend this crew from AFS .
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Alpha Foundations provided excellent service with great communication. I highly recommend them for your foundation repair needs. Zach, Jake,…
Alpha Foundations provided excellent service with great communication. I highly recommend them for your foundation repair needs. Zach, Jake, Alberto, Charles, Tory, and Blake were true professionals and kept me informed throughout the entire project.
Chris Trevor’s conducted the most comprehensive inspection of my home during my yearly service. He asked me specific questions and walked…
Chris Trevor’s conducted the most comprehensive inspection of my home during my yearly service. He asked me specific questions and walked around my home as I explained my concerns. Not only did he notice issues that I hadn’t picked up on , but he thoroughly explained why I was experiencing them. Chris is very efficient and a nice guy, 2 qualities I like to see in experienced technicians. I hope to see him at my next scheduled inspection.
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Mitchell drove 250 miles to estimate flood damage at our farmhouse; spent hours there; was excellent and "sold us". 2 weeks later…
Mitchell drove 250 miles to estimate flood damage at our farmhouse; spent hours there; was excellent and "sold us". 2 weeks later technicians Mel, Jo & Willie arrived and completed the work in a very efficient 3 hours. Company was very professional and we would rate them as excellent.
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very professional and helpful, explained steps for how to resolve sewage line issues in the future if needed too.
very professional and helpful, explained steps for how to resolve sewage line issues in the future if needed too.
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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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Derek Kennedy did my inspection today and explained the process thoroughly and answered any questions I had about resolution actions moving …
Derek Kennedy did my inspection today and explained the process thoroughly and answered any questions I had about resolution actions moving forward. Great customer service and very knowledgeable!
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Awesome Work! They go above and beyond to make sure the job is done correctly. Would recommend to anyone needing foundation work done.
Awesome Work! They go above and beyond to make sure the job is done correctly. Would recommend to anyone needing foundation work done.
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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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Wes Woodin and Dry Pro did an amazing job with our crawl space encapsulation. Wes was even able to identify a few areas that needed…
Wes Woodin and Dry Pro did an amazing job with our crawl space encapsulation. Wes was even able to identify a few areas that needed attention (plumbing and hvac exhaust pipe leak) that we were never aware of. I highly recommend them for crawl space needs and they were in and out in 3 days! Thank you everyone for your hard work and responsiveness!
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Nate was incredibly helpful and provided a wealth of information regarding waterproofing. His personable nature made the entire experience…
Nate was incredibly helpful and provided a wealth of information regarding waterproofing. His personable nature made the entire experience pleasant and easy to understand. He demonstrated extensive knowledge and expertise, making sure to answer all my questions thoroughly. I highly recommend Nate for anyone seeking detailed, professional advice on waterproofing!
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Alpha was on time, did what they came to do and left the area clean. They had to raise a portion of my concrete deck and it looks like that …
Alpha was on time, did what they came to do and left the area clean. They had to raise a portion of my concrete deck and it looks like that was done. They grinded and filled the cracks and it looks good.
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Dan Gordon came out this past Tuesday to do an assessment on the foundation of my home. When looking at the cracks on our home, we did not…
Dan Gordon came out this past Tuesday to do an assessment on the foundation of my home. When looking at the cracks on our home, we did not think that this was a major issue. When Dan arrived, he took the time to assess the foundation issues that we were having and explained that this was more of an issue than what we were led to believe. Dan was able to give us a diagnosis on what the symptoms were and a clear path to fix this problem.
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Great experience . Robbie Fidler came out for yearly checkup and was very friendly and knowledgeable . I felt very comfortable that all…
Great experience . Robbie Fidler came out for yearly checkup and was very friendly and knowledgeable . I felt very comfortable that all pumps are in working order .
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I would like to thank Denis G for the recent sump pump service. Denis was professional and knowledgeable. That being said, I'm not thrilled …
I would like to thank Denis G for the recent sump pump service. Denis was professional and knowledgeable. That being said, I'm not thrilled with Groundworks new pricing structure as it benefits those with multiple sump pumps, but not those with just one.
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I started with Matt to get some help if I had foundation issues because of water problems. After an intensive check at the point of…
I started with Matt to get some help if I had foundation issues because of water problems. After an intensive check at the point of worries, he assured me it was not a foundation issue, but eroding landscaping. He noticed a uneven concrete issue at the front of the house. Baker's from the time I signed the contract for the work until the scheduled day kept in contact with me about everything being on schedule. The day of the work Alex and Donte showed up at the time they told me. Alex told me everything they were going to do and when he would need me. Everything was done he show me the problems areas and how he was going to fix them. I was impressed with how they cleaned up the area after completion. At all times they were very polite and did not let the very hot weather infer with a job well done. Thank you all involve at Baker's. A. R.
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The Groundworks crew did a great job lifting several slabs of concrete around our pool that had settled and sunken over the years. It…
The Groundworks crew did a great job lifting several slabs of concrete around our pool that had settled and sunken over the years. It wasn't an easy job – but they were prompt, courteous, hard working, and highly skilled. Satisfaction = 100%
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I hired Groundworks to repair the foundation of my slowly sinking house. The team of Sam, Yuri, and Ivan were on time, on schedule,…
I hired Groundworks to repair the foundation of my slowly sinking house. The team of Sam, Yuri, and Ivan were on time, on schedule, respectful and thorough communicating challenges and progress their work. Very much appreciated their ability to change their approach where needed and save me money in the process – which they did! Many thanks to Sam, Yuri , and Ivan for your expertise and muscle and to Brian and Groundworks Staff for supporting me through this process!
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Crew of Agustin, Eduardo and Jorge did great work. Very professional and knowledgeable. Boards on two deacks had to be removed to get…
Crew of Agustin, Eduardo and Jorge did great work. Very professional and knowledgeable. Boards on two deacks had to be removed to get equipment ser up. Replaced so you couldn't tell they had been removed. Clean up after the project was just about invisible.
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We had our crawlspace encapsulated by AquaGuard because of serious drainage issues 5 1/2 years ago. Everything went well at the time – they …
We had our crawlspace encapsulated by AquaGuard because of serious drainage issues 5 1/2 years ago. Everything went well at the time – they were courteous, responsive, and professional, and we were very happy with the work that was done. But what most people want to know when they pay for a big job like this is whether it’s going to hold up in the long run. Recently we’ve had to do some other unrelated work that has required multiple contractors to go into our crawlspace again. Every single one of them has commented on how great our crawlspace still looks. I think that really speaks volumes to the true quality of the work, that even after 5 1/2 years it still looks like it was done just a few months ago. We haven’t had a single drainage issue with our foundation since then, and if I ever need work like this done again, AquaGuard is the only company I would even consider calling.
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Jay gave a call 10 minutes before arrival and was on time for for the appointment. He clearly explained the issues related to our project….
Jay gave a call 10 minutes before arrival and was on time for for the appointment. He clearly explained the issues related to our project. I was impressed by his depth of knowledge and thorough approach. Thank you Jay
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He was earlier than we expected. Knowledgeable, quick with the fix, perfect clean up, very professional work ethics, and we are very happy…
He was earlier than we expected. Knowledgeable, quick with the fix, perfect clean up, very professional work ethics, and we are very happy to recommend Adam and A1 Sewer.
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I had a very good experience with AFS with a foundation repair and encapsulation of two crawl spaces. In particular, Brian B and Taylor…
I had a very good experience with AFS with a foundation repair and encapsulation of two crawl spaces. In particular, Brian B and Taylor were a pleasure to work with. Very polite and professional.
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Trevor was very thorough and shared a lot of details and recommended improvements that would be beneficial to the preservation of my home. …
Trevor was very thorough and shared a lot of details and recommended improvements that would be beneficial to the preservation of my home. He explained exactly what he was doing as maintenance of my system and also explained the different components. I also appreciate the before and after photos he shared that better helped me understand the importance of the maintenance service appointments. Good job! Thank you Trevor!
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Absolutely incredible professionalism when giving estimates. Don Sparks, one of their field inspectors gave us an estimate on fixing our…
Absolutely incredible professionalism when giving estimates. Don Sparks, one of their field inspectors gave us an estimate on fixing our patio and concrete around the house, helping us understand all the problems and what to do about it. We haven’t even gotten it fixed yet but he did such a great job with just the estimate that we are excited to see how their work turns out.
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Mike and Tyler did a great job with our warranty work. They were courteous, answered all my questions and finished quickly.
Mike and Tyler did a great job with our warranty work. They were courteous, answered all my questions and finished quickly.
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Nick and Nick did great jobs!
Nick and Nick did great jobs!
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Technician was very courteous and professional, and did a outstanding job with my repair
Technician was very courteous and professional, and did a outstanding job with my repair
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Great experience from start to finish. Colby Roberts was wonderful and explained everything so well. Sammy, Landen, and Jordan did an…
Great experience from start to finish. Colby Roberts was wonderful and explained everything so well. Sammy, Landen, and Jordan did an amazing job executing the plan. They even came in the snow to finish the job. Communication was top notch every step of the way.
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We had foundation problems and got the crawl space encapsulated. Notice I said we HAD foundation problems, not anymore!! AFS IS THE BOMB!!!!…
We had foundation problems and got the crawl space encapsulated. Notice I said we HAD foundation problems, not anymore!! AFS IS THE BOMB!!!! From the first contact when our inspector Shay arrived to the time our crew arrived, the job completed was exactly as promised. NO SURPRISES!! The crew was amazing to say the least!! They we're very prompt, professional and informative every day. The work area was kept clean every day including the completion of the job!! What a pleasure this experience has been!! Thank you AFS AND CREW, YOU ROCK!!!! I want to thank the following crew!! Taylor Fox Clay Graham David Ennis Patrick Trotter Gavin Smith Casey Humphrey THANK YOU!!! GREG WHITEHEAD
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Mark gave us an excellent presentation and proposal to our issue. He explained things well, answered our questions, and addressed our…
Mark gave us an excellent presentation and proposal to our issue. He explained things well, answered our questions, and addressed our concerns. Mark is very professional, friendly and knowledgeable.
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We had a great experience with JES and their representative Michael Mcnicholas. He arrived on time, was professional and courteous. He…
We had a great experience with JES and their representative Michael Mcnicholas. He arrived on time, was professional and courteous. He provided us with a detailed estimate on site in a timely manner, along with options moving forward. Would definitely recommend.
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His knowledge and professionalism, was beyond our expectations and highly recommend him for inspections and recommendation's Chase…
His knowledge and professionalism, was beyond our expectations and highly recommend him for inspections and recommendation's Chase Leatherwood
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Clint was punctual with his arrival time and all communications. A+ service.
Clint was punctual with his arrival time and all communications. A+ service.
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Jesse and crew did a fantastic job on my foundation. Got a few cracks closed up and yard looked like they were never even here. Crew was…
Jesse and crew did a fantastic job on my foundation. Got a few cracks closed up and yard looked like they were never even here. Crew was professional,polite, and efficient and I will 100% recommend AFS to friends and family.
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FDM team of Austin,Devon and Corrigon were hard working . Showed up on time and were very respectful. After the job was completed I…
FDM team of Austin,Devon and Corrigon were hard working . Showed up on time and were very respectful. After the job was completed I scheduled another company to clean my furnace ducks and they were impressed with the job that FSM did. That says a lot that another company approves and made me happy to have chosen FSM to do the work
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Daryl, Alex, and Josh did a great job with the installation. They were neat, courteous, and did great work.
Daryl, Alex, and Josh did a great job with the installation. They were neat, courteous, and did great work.
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Will Edwards was hands down the most information employee AFS has ever sent out to inspect our home! Respectful,informative, and most…
Will Edwards was hands down the most information employee AFS has ever sent out to inspect our home! Respectful,informative, and most importantly honest!
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I had Alpha encapsulate my crawlspace. Tyler, Tristan, and Jeff came and did a great job in just two days. Tyler was very responsive via…
I had Alpha encapsulate my crawlspace. Tyler, Tristan, and Jeff came and did a great job in just two days. Tyler was very responsive via phone and text with every question I had throughout the process. Would definitely recommend
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Miguel, Nate, Matt and Nyck did a great job!
Miguel, Nate, Matt and Nyck did a great job!
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CJ was great we got off to a great start. He was on time professional knowledgeable and kind. He really knew what he was doing. He…
CJ was great we got off to a great start. He was on time professional knowledgeable and kind. He really knew what he was doing. He answered all my questions and even went the extra mile and gave us our next steps. I have used A1 in the past and they never disappoint.
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The team at Groundworks did an excellent job, from start to finish, sealing my basement and installing drainage and sump pumps….
The team at Groundworks did an excellent job, from start to finish, sealing my basement and installing drainage and sump pumps. Knowledgeable staff, easy quote process, reliable, efficient and affordable. Wyatt, Tyler, Erik, Quevin, and Amari, thank you for a job well done! I highly recommend Groundworks. All around great experience. Lorraine Smith ~ Snohomish.
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Of the estimates I've gotten for my home, from 4 different companies, Foundation Recovery Specialists, and Kevin Estes in particular, gave…
Of the estimates I've gotten for my home, from 4 different companies, Foundation Recovery Specialists, and Kevin Estes in particular, gave me the most comprehensive estimate and repair plan. He took his time diagnosing, taking notes and explaining EVERYTHING involved. I will update my post after the job is finished. At this point, I definitely recommend them, great experience thus far.
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Shout out to Roma.A, Stryger.M, Bryce.B, and Eric.E. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
Shout out to Roma.A, Stryger.M, Bryce.B, and Eric.E. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
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We had our foundation repaired by JES, from John Trak, our rep and his team Jovone & Ean and a few others. We are absolutely pleased with…
We had our foundation repaired by JES, from John Trak, our rep and his team Jovone & Ean and a few others. We are absolutely pleased with the work they did, constant updates & photos. We highly recommend!
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Nate did a great job of doing the annual check on our foundation repair. Professional, quick and friendly service.
Nate did a great job of doing the annual check on our foundation repair. Professional, quick and friendly service.
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Ryan Brown was very knowledgeable about his work and is a very friendly person. pleasure working with him on my estimate. just waiting now…
Ryan Brown was very knowledgeable about his work and is a very friendly person. pleasure working with him on my estimate. just waiting now to have my work done
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Jorge did a wonderful job keeping me in the loop and explaining the process. Zach and Kenny worked hard to get the work done on time
Jorge did a wonderful job keeping me in the loop and explaining the process. Zach and Kenny worked hard to get the work done on time
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Dylan was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with my families foundation issue. He was available when we needed him and provided solutions …
Dylan was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with my families foundation issue. He was available when we needed him and provided solutions that I never knew were needed and required.
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After months of hell attempting to work with a local small business to repair the crawlspace in my nearly 50 year old home, AquaGuard…
After months of hell attempting to work with a local small business to repair the crawlspace in my nearly 50 year old home, AquaGuard demonstrated why quality and integrity matter. Jim was extremely thorough with his inspection and took care to find a financing solution that worked with my budget and still managed to ensure that my home would be healthy and stable. Financing was a breeze. Joseph & Steven did a wonderful job converting my musty, molding, sagging crawlspace into an underground Taj Mahal. It's absolutely beautiful, and as a 6th generation baker, a stable kitchen is a requirement in any home I reside. Every person I had the pleasure of interacting with treated my home and little family with respect and care. Thank you for being the reminder I needed that there truly are good people in the world. AquaGuard has proven why they are clearly the best in the business.
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Trevor Atwell was our technician to do our follow up maintenance check up and he was extremely thorough and covered all the information…
Trevor Atwell was our technician to do our follow up maintenance check up and he was extremely thorough and covered all the information needed. I appreciated his attention to detail, he wasn’t pushy on products, but extremely informative and laid out what we would need without pressure.
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Eli was great! He explainded the problem clearly and in detail the work to be done.
Eli was great! He explainded the problem clearly and in detail the work to be done.
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Arrived when expected, completed the work as expected, and cleaned up. Very courteous and professional team. They buttoned up all the air…
Arrived when expected, completed the work as expected, and cleaned up. Very courteous and professional team. They buttoned up all the air leaks in our crawlspace and insulated all around. Was a very satisfactory experience. Will contact them again if we wish to do more.
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Mike b dante m Brandon Bryan c . This group of young men came and put a new sump pump cage and sump pump. Very respectful friendly and kept …
Mike b dante m Brandon Bryan c . This group of young men came and put a new sump pump cage and sump pump. Very respectful friendly and kept us aware of everything they were doing. Thank you guys appreciate your hard work and defication.
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Kyle Ballew was highly professional and did an exceptional job in evaluating our issue and recommending a solution. He explained the…
Kyle Ballew was highly professional and did an exceptional job in evaluating our issue and recommending a solution. He explained the process and provided a detailed quote.
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We needed to get some piers installed to stabilize but also correct some settling on our decades old house. We hired Groundworks (Bay Area…
We needed to get some piers installed to stabilize but also correct some settling on our decades old house. We hired Groundworks (Bay Area Underpinning at the time). They were more competitive than others in terms of price, but at the same time the team they sent out was super experienced and very professional. We signed on in Jan, and they initially gave us a May timeframe but we were able to get a late March date. It seems they are pretty booked out, which makes a lot of sense to me. The team they send over (David, Russell, Enrique) were super professional and friendly. They answered all the questions we had and communicated the progress/status updates all the time. There were definitely a few surprises as they started the dig, but the team was able to tackle them all and keep the project on schedule.
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Jason R and Chad D did an awesome job on leveling my concrete and they were some of the most professional workers I have dealt with thank…
Jason R and Chad D did an awesome job on leveling my concrete and they were some of the most professional workers I have dealt with thank you guys with helping with getting rid of my problem!!!
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Dillon Roach from Groundworks in Sunnyvale provided excellent inspection for our house on Jan 30. He is one of the best…
Dillon Roach from Groundworks in Sunnyvale provided excellent inspection for our house on Jan 30. He is one of the best inspector/estimator I have ever seen. He came on time, evaluated my house situation, took pictures, measure inside, out side of the house. He spend time to inspect difficult job of crawling space, took picture, find problem, and provided us with excellent options and estimate. I recommend Dillon to any home owner who wants evaluate their house foundation Thanks Ahmad Nouri
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Nick B and Josh B were professional and on time. Did a great job
Nick B and Josh B were professional and on time. Did a great job
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I was pleased with the professional service I received from foreman, Jesus Luna and co-foreman, Miguel Casimiro. Both workers were…
I was pleased with the professional service I received from foreman, Jesus Luna and co-foreman, Miguel Casimiro. Both workers were efficient and curteous. Also, they cleaned up after the job was completed.
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They arrived on time, were friendly and professional. They completed the work within the estimated time and ensured we checked everything before finishing. Great job!
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Friendly crew of three got the job done in a single day. Clearly explained the process and documented their work with photos. They were…
Friendly crew of three got the job done in a single day. Clearly explained the process and documented their work with photos. They were the most costly of the 3 contractors I got estimates from, but I appreciated their professionalism and the quality of products used.
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I had high expectations for AFS when I hired them to seal our crawlspace and they far exceeded them on every level. The installation team…
I had high expectations for AFS when I hired them to seal our crawlspace and they far exceeded them on every level. The installation team they sent was absolutely exceptional. They were friendly, professional and extremely efficient. The job was done perfectly and a day and a half early! Tyler and Kayode (and their trainee) kept communication lines open, worked diligently and cleaned up completely afterwards. It's been my experience that this is an excellent, trustworthy company. I couldn't be more pleased.
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Joe Weber, Altoona Bible Institute Our insurance company informed us that the sidewalk of our Bible Institute was in need of repair. We…
Joe Weber, Altoona Bible Institute Our insurance company informed us that the sidewalk of our Bible Institute was in need of repair. We called Groundworks to see if they worked in Altoona pa and if they were able to help us. From the first call to the completion of the project communication was great and questions were answered promptly. When it came time for the job to be done Aaron Lenker and Matt Engel were very courteous, competent and prompt. They completed the job quickly and cleaned the job site completely. We are pleased with the results and would recommend this company to anyone that needs this nature of work done. Thanks Groundworks.
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I have a crumbling block foundation at the front corner of the garage. Kevin Sweeney came out, appraised the situation; referred me to a…
I have a crumbling block foundation at the front corner of the garage. Kevin Sweeney came out, appraised the situation; referred me to a concrete guy who would know how to support the (unbroken) garage floor as the wall gets rebuilt. The guy may even be able to replace my driveway after the foundation repair is complete. Thanks Kevin!
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Luke, Ryan and Jordan from Alpha Foundations did an amazing job installing helicals and push piers to stabilize the foundation of the…
Luke, Ryan and Jordan from Alpha Foundations did an amazing job installing helicals and push piers to stabilize the foundation of the retaining wall and structural Colums of my back porch. They were most professional contractors I have worked with in the past 10 years. I was very impressed with their diligence and creativity in overcoming unexpected obstacles and debris left over from the original builder. They left the job site clean and provided personal contact information for any needed flow up. I would highly recommended these gentleman for any referral and posted such on NextDoor. Thank you guys!
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.