Basement Waterproofing, Wells and Pumps, Drain Pipe Installation
About us
Dira Associates, INC. d/b/a Arid Basement Waterproofing is a family owned & operated business. We are the oldest waterproofing company in New Jersey and one of the oldest in the tri-state area. We specialize in French drains and sump pumps and gladly give referrals in your neighborhood. We also are distributors for the best dehumidifier and battery backup pump system on the market. We DO NOT subcontract our work and our French drains come with a lifetime transferable guarantee.
Business highlights
61 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Services we offer
****FREE Estimates to Homeowners***** Basement waterproofing, French drains, sump pumps, battery backup pump systems, dehumidifiers & driveway grates.
Services we don't offer
Sealants, Waterproof Painting, Pumping water out of a basement
Description of Work: French drains and sump pump in basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500
tom M.
12/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
The work was excellent.
Description of Work: I had a french drain and new piping and sump pumps installed,
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Richard G.
02/2017
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
Excellent, outstanding work
Description of Work: French drain system
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,214
Richard M.
08/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
+ 0 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
roland F.
07/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
roland F.
07/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Pamela C.
07/2016
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I was referred to them by a friend and they were great! we had french drains installed in basement/garage. HONEST, fairly priced, straight forward, responsive and professional. Would use them again and recommend them .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,500
Hugh O.
09/2014
5.0
drain pipe
+ -1 more
It was the previous owner who set that up but it has been working great. It went fine. I called them and they responded. They called me right back.
Description of Work: They put in french drains.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Thank you for the review, any other problems~please call. We'll be glad to help.
howard F.
09/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
As far as I can consider them, they did a good job because there has been quite to waterproof. We got an estimate from them and they came in to do the work. So, their responsiveness was fairly good. They were very punctual as far as getting the work done.
Description of Work: Arid Basement Waterproofing did waterproofing in my home. We had leakage in our house in our downstairs area and they put in drains for us. It seems to work fine on a continuous basis.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Thank you for the review!
Josephine M. S.
09/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
They were very good and I'm using them again next month.
Description of Work: They put in a drain in the basement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Thanks for the review and the job later this month to complete your basement!
Angela M.
07/2014
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
+ 0 more
Arid installed French drains in our basement and they did a fantastic job. We got a bunch of estimates, some that were so out of line ($15,000!!!) and some that you could tell were very desperate for the work. We really were overwhelmed and had no idea what we were doing, but from my limited understanding, Arid really seemed to have the better product and Pat spent a lot of time with us and explained it all really well. Arid's price was right in the middle and a friend had used them and recommended them highly. Ultimately, we picked Arid because we loved dealing with Pat, Kara and Beverly in the office and the workers, Tremain, Mike and crew were extremely professional and courteous. It was a dirty, dusty job that they kept well under control. I'm so glad we went with Arid. We haven't had a drop of water in our basement since.
Description of Work: Installed French drains in basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,250
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
It was great doing business with you. Now your cute son will have a dry playroom! Give a call if there's anything else we can do for you.
SUJAY K.
07/2014
5.0
wells
+ -1 more
Arid Basement did a great job. The sales professional guided us in the right direction and advised the proper way to fix the water seepage issue in the basement. Last year, we got the exterior excavation done for our basement from another service provider. But, this year we noticed water seepage from the floor. We called Arid Basement and their sales professional advised us to install the french drain system in the area where the water seepage was present. Overall, they did a very good job.
Description of Work: Installed water management system with sump-pump (french drain system)
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
It was a pleasure working with you [removed member name]! Thanks for choosing Arid!
Diane B.
07/2014
4.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
They were pretty horrible. They were quite unprofessional. I liked the service man. Actually, I was thinking of giving them another chance. It sounded believable that when he arrived, he arrived in his private car which was okay with no identification. It was a little creepy. He had no clipboard, no ID. He had his tire changed and totally forgot to get the company truck. That sounded so bogus to me. I did call him to the office and it was the person that was supposed to come which was really nice. He gave me his little spiel and it sounded okay. He never gave me his quote because he didn't have his papers. He never remembered when he got that to the office. He totally blew me off. So I said if you can't be bothered to contact me and what you supposed to give me, I'm not doing business with you. Arid was worth bringing out but when you make the appointment and you ask them to come, I guess it would be really good to remind him to bring his tools with him. I was very disappointed that there were no other choices in my area. They didn't do any work. I can say they were knowledgeable but unprepared. It was the best of all the people that I have here. The price was very good. It was what they said. T was not the cheapest but also not the most expensive. They came within two weeks. Punctuality was very good.
Description of Work: I contacted them for a quote.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Let us know if we can be of service in the future.
william J.
09/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
They were very good and the pricing was excellent. They were punctual and knowledgeable. There is a significant difference between Arid and another waterproofing company I got a quote from. Another positive about Arid was the references. They gave me a ton of references that they checked out.
Description of Work: I got a quote from Arid Basement Waterproofing for a French drain for basement waterproofing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Thanks for the kind words. It was a pleasure doing business with you.
Ken T.
02/2013
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
They were good, professional and on time. I don't have any dislike, they came in and did the job. It was good. The price is a little expensive.
Description of Work: I used Arid Basement Waterproofing for the installation of flush drain system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300
Thomas P.
12/2011
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
+ 1 more
Have water intrusion into my basement for the first time in over 30 years. I was using a squeegee and a jury rigged pump that I had to manually turn on and off at all hours of the day and night. Called many companies for assistance and only ARID was willing to come out to give me an estimate. They came out within a couple of days and gave me an estimate on the spot. While I was not able to compare price with other companies because of the lack of response, I am satisfied that the price was worthwhile under the circumstances. Because of the overwhelming number of jobs all companies in this field were experiencing, they were not able to do the work for over 2 months but they actually did the work on the date promised. The work was done quickly and efficiently by a crew of very professional and polite people to my complete satisfaction. We have had some substantial storms since the sump pumps and french drains were installed and the system is working fine. I would and have recommended this company to others.
Description of Work: Installed two sump pumps and approximately 120 feet of french drains.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,200
Tara H.
07/2011
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
The crew from Arid came on time and worked hard all day. They cleaned up all the debris from the job. There is prep work to do by the homeowner before the job. Arid explained in great deal what to do before and after job was finished. Thank you Arid I am looking forward to a dry basement!
Description of Work: We had french drains installed in our basement and a new sump pump. I can't say enough good things about Arid from the time of the estimate until the job was completed. Arid is professional and a pleasure to deal with.I would highly recommend them.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
MICHELE S.
06/2011
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
It was much more painless than I anticipated. The crew was curteous and professional. I do not have an exit in my basement so they had to walk up and out thru my living room. (ugh) I was told what to prepare for as far as dust,etc. I had placed brown paper on my rug and they also put a tarp on top of it. This must be done.! Last week Rockland county had the heaviest rains since hurricane Floyd(which i remember my basement floating) and I had a dry basement! (yipee). it was well worth the $$ and the peace of mind that came with it . I'm so glad I used Arid!
Description of Work: I had a french drain installed in my basement. The workmen were here at 8am and all was finished by 2pm. it was big dirty job but all the men had a specific job to do and it was performed like clockwork. They jackhammered the whole perimieter of the basement , installed pipe and gravel and then cemented on top of the work. They also installed a new sump pump and liner and drilled a hole in the wall to install a drainage pipe under my deck towards the backyard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Jason B.
06/2011
4.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
Estimate for Basement Waterproofing: very honest person came to give estimate. It was a no pressure environment the only sticking point was that I was looking for someone to demo the basement and do the waterproofing. Arid was only comfortable doing the waterproofing they wanted me to do the demo. I found a waterproofing company that did the demo, waterproofing and sump with backup battery. The Arid sales associate did try to work with me and offer me a $500 discount to have someone come in and do the demo.
Description of Work: Estimate for Basement Waterproofing: very honest person came to give estimate. It was a no pressure environment the only sticking point was that I was looking for someone to demo the basement and do the waterproofing. Arid was only comfortable doing the waterproofing they wanted me to do the demo. I found a waterproofing company that did the demo, waterproofing and sump with backup battery. The Arid sales associate did try to work with me and offer me a $500 discount to have someone come in and do the demo.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Todd M.
04/2011
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
Got estimates from a number of companies for french drains and two sump pumps (with a backup battery) in opposite corners of my large basement.. Arid's price was in the middle of the pack (unfortunately the price went up after the initial bid due to substantial rebar in my basement concrete, which had to be cut out for the french drains). The french drains and sump pumps were put in as planned (it's a very messy process, as warned in advance by Arid; remove everything from your basement if possible beforehand). They've been in around two years, and are working great. Every few months when we have a big rain, I can hear the sump pumps switching on and off downstairs, and I smile, knowing that it was money well-spent. This past weekend we had a major rain storm in North Jersey, and I went down in the basement to check on the pumps. They were working great. Water was literally gushing into the sump holes from the french drains non-stop, and the pumps were just as quickly removing the water. My basement would have no doubt been under several inches of water if not for the pumps and drains. Arid did a great job.
Description of Work: French drains and sump pumps in the basement to end the cycle of basement flooding.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000
ELLEN W.
02/2011
5.0
wells
+ -1 more
They were there right on time. They communicated well on the phone. They came and did what they were supposed to do for a reasonable price.
Description of Work: They replaced a battery in the battery back up for my sump pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Margaret P.
05/2010
5.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
These guys were great. From the estimating process to installation, they were prompt, professional, fast and clean.
Description of Work: I hired Arid to install french drains, relocate and install a new sump pump in my basement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,800
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
Thanks so much for that review. It was great working with you both. Good luck selling the house!
Donna R.
02/2008
1.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
Arid performed an illegal job. They left me with a broken drain pipe which caused 2 (1 major- fecal backup) sewer backups. Illegal hook up to the city main sewer line. The crew they sent to do the work not only broke the pipe, but they covered it up with cement, collected the balance and left. The owner Jim Fusco reviewed the damages and denied they did it. I have pixs of before and after the broken pipe. I also have a video from an external plumber that clearly shows a piece of broken pipe in the main sewer line. I put a claim into their insurance company Western World Insurance Group for all damages and losses and remediation work that needs to be done in my basement. I find Arid Basement Waterproofing unreliable, insidious in their actions and have filed reports to the BBB, NJ of Banking and Insurance, etc. I could not allow this company's carelessness and unreliability to go unnoticed for the good of the general public. I am still trying to recoup my losses, etc.
Description of Work: Install interior French Drain system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
$4,300
Response from Arid Basement Waterproofing
THE MEMBER NEGLECTS TO STATE A FEW THINGS ABOUT HER JOB: 1)THE HOOK UP TO THE MEMBER'S SEWER LINE WAS AT HER REQUEST. 2)THE SEWER PIPE DID GET CHIPPED DURING THE JOB BECAUSE IT WAS HIDDEN UNDER FLOOR TILES. WE WANTED OUR PLUMBER TO FIX IT BUT WERE INSTRUCTED BY OUR INSURANCE CO. TO HOLD OFF SO THEY COULD SEE THE DAMAGE. 3) THE MEMBER CALLED IN HER OWN PLUMBER WHO SAID THE SEWER BACK-UP WAS DUE TO FEMININE PRODUCTS CLOGGING HER DRAIN. 4) THE MEMBER STATES SHE PAID TOO MUCH MONEY FOR ARID'S FRENCH DRAINS AT $4300, BUT THEN SUBMITTED A CLAIM TO INSURANCE TO REDO THEM FOR $7850!
LISA P.
06/2007
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
+ 0 more
Overall, went well. Had a few false starts to schedule the work but the company persisted and completed the work.
Description of Work: Originally installed French drain in basement 15 years ago. Needed sump pump replaced. They came to look at job and returned to replace the pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
01/2006
4.0
basement waterproofing
+ -1 more
WE CALLED THEM AND THEY GAVE US A FREE ESTIMATE. I FEEL THE SERVICE WAS PROMPT AND THEY COMPLETED THE JOB IN ONE DAY. WE HAVE NOT HAD WATER BACKED UP IN THE BASEMENT SINCE.
Description of Work: THEY INSTALLED A DRAIN SYSTEM IN THE BASEMENT.
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Service Categories
Basement Waterproofing,
Wells and Pumps,
Drain Pipe Installation
FAQ
Arid Basement Waterproofing is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Arid Basement Waterproofing accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa