Utility & Drainage

    Sewer, Water & Drainage Contractor

    When the pipe under your yard fails or water starts finding its way into your basement, you need a contractor who can dig, diagnose, and fix the problem in one visit — not three. J.A. Cuzzupe Inc. handles the full scope of underground utility and drainage work across South Jersey, from a single sewer lateral replacement to full storm water retention systems.

    Sanitary sewer repair
    Water service repair & replacement
    Storm sewer repair
    Storm water retention
    Drainage solutions
    Interior waterproofing

    Sanitary Sewer Repair & Replacement

    A backed-up or collapsed sewer lateral is one of the most disruptive problems a homeowner can face. We locate the failure, excavate cleanly, and replace the damaged section — or the full lateral from house to main — using modern PVC with proper bedding and slope. We coordinate directly with your township for permits, road openings, and inspection sign-off, so nothing gets missed. Every job is backfilled, compacted, and restored so you're not looking at a sunken trench line down your yard next spring.

    Water Service Repair & Upsizing

    Leaking water service, low pressure, or an old galvanized or lead line that needs to go? We install and upsize water services from the utility main all the way to the meter and into the home. That includes street opening, curb-to-house trenching, tap coordination with the water authority, and full restoration of pavement, curb, and landscaping. Copper or K-copper, sized correctly for your home's demand.

    Storm Sewer & Drainage Solutions

    Standing water, saturated lawns, and water pooling near the foundation are all solvable — but only with the right system for your site. We design and install French drains, catch basins, area drains, pop-up emitters, and full storm sewer tie-ins that move water where it needs to go. On larger sites we install underground storm water retention and detention systems that meet township stormwater management requirements, keeping your project in compliance and your property dry.

    Storm Water Retention Systems

    Commercial builds, larger residential lots, and many new construction projects in South Jersey now require engineered stormwater management. We install chamber systems, retention basins, and infiltration beds per approved plans, coordinating with civil engineers and township inspectors from excavation through as-built certification. One contractor, one warranty, one point of accountability for the entire underground system.

    Interior Waterproofing for Wet Basements

    When exterior grading, gutters, and drainage aren't enough — or aren't practical — we install interior waterproofing systems: perimeter drain tile, sump pits, battery-backup sump pumps, and vapor barriers that keep the basement dry and the finished space usable. We diagnose the actual source of the water first, so you're not spending money on a symptom while the real problem keeps getting worse.

    Why It Matters

    Underground utility failures don't fix themselves and they don't get cheaper with time. A slow sewer leak becomes a collapsed line. A minor grading problem becomes a flooded basement and a mold remediation bill. Getting the right contractor in early — one who's licensed, insured, and works with your township every week — is the difference between a one-day fix and a season-long project.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you replace sewer laterals?

    Yes — full replacement, spot repair, and coordination with your township for permits and inspection. We handle the entire job from excavation through restoration.

    Can you fix a wet basement?

    Yes. We diagnose the actual water source — exterior grading, gutters, groundwater, or a failed service line — then install the right combination of exterior drainage or interior waterproofing to solve it.

    Do you handle stormwater management for new builds?

    Yes. We install retention and detention systems, French drains, and storm sewer tie-ins per engineered plans and township specs.

    Sewer, Water or Drainage Problem?

    Call J.A. Cuzzupe Inc. at (856) 488-2227 for a same-week site visit and honest estimate.

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