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If you’re on the fence about who to hire, this is your sign- these are the pros! My partner and I had our crawlspace encapsulated and our…

If you’re on the fence about who to hire, this is your sign- these are the pros! My partner and I had our crawlspace encapsulated and our foundation corrected. The crew sent out to us were above amazing! Casey Bratholt gave us all the information we needed to make an informed decision. He was friendly and so very helpful with answering all our questions and getting back to us when we called. The team of three that came out were awesome! They went above and beyond with our service. (They even helped us level out our deck steps with some of the 2×4 we had from our crawlspace!) Leonard Starks, Anthony Heryla, and Michael Dean were amicable, informative, and hard working! They made sure the job got done right! The encapsulation looks clean, and it is easier to move around in! We already notice a difference with our floors and heating throughout the house. These men were so great to have, and we really appreciate all they have done!! If we could give a sixth star for Leonard, Anthony, and Mike’s service, we would! Give these men a raise for their hard work and dedication!

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Grant B. came out to our house and did a completely thorough job diagnosing our basement/foundation issues and proposing a solution. We…

Grant B. came out to our house and did a completely thorough job diagnosing our basement/foundation issues and proposing a solution. We were very pleased with his professionalism and quote, and even though we're not deciding to have the work done at this time because of expense, we would definitely recommend Grant to anyone looking to have major basement renovation done in the Bismarck or Sioux Falls area.

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They did a good job.

They did a good job.

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Michael answered questions and was respectful.

Michael answered questions and was respectful.

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Gregg P and Brandon S did excellent and Efficient work filling the large gap under my garage floor.

Gregg P and Brandon S did excellent and Efficient work filling the large gap under my garage floor.

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Michael was very nice to work with. He did a thorough inspection and explained some minor concerns with our follow up inspection

Michael was very nice to work with. He did a thorough inspection and explained some minor concerns with our follow up inspection

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Groundwork's came to my house today for an estimate of my steps and garage. The technician that came named Chaz went above and beyond….

Groundwork's came to my house today for an estimate of my steps and garage. The technician that came named Chaz went above and beyond. Showed me what was happening to my steps and garage. He explained the whole process that they would take to remedy the problem.He also help easing the mind by testing for moisture in my house. I believe they go above and beyond to help with costumer's needs and problems. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone how is having issues with foundation and more.

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Michael Bowers from Groundworks really took his time and explained everything he saw during his walk through on my home. I had a warranty…

Michael Bowers from Groundworks really took his time and explained everything he saw during his walk through on my home. I had a warranty issue and along with taking care of that I had two others spots that needed attention and will be getting them fixed in the Spring. I highly recommend Groundworks for any and all concrete issues around your home!

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Our basement wall had developed cracks in a couple areas and there was also a hard, white crust that developed along the grout lines of…

Our basement wall had developed cracks in a couple areas and there was also a hard, white crust that developed along the grout lines of the cynder blocks. I was worried about this enough where I called Groundworks to see what they thought. Kevin, their inspector, arrived right on time and looked at the wall in the basement as well at the area outside of the house that's above this wall. When he was done inspecting, and taking many measurements with a laser, he gave a detailed assessment, with quotes, for improvements he recommended. Kevin was very polite and friendly and didn't try pressuring me with huge repair costs. He did a great job explaining what was taking place and developed an effective plan of action with me. I intended to get several quotes for this work but since Kevin's honesty was very apparent, I didn't bother.

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Marcus, Goody, and Roschaaan were great to work with. Very professional and courteous!

Marcus, Goody, and Roschaaan were great to work with. Very professional and courteous!

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I’d work with Chad Hoppke anytime. He was beyond helpful. Full marks!

I’d work with Chad Hoppke anytime. He was beyond helpful. Full marks!

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Andrew and Ben did a great job! Driveway and sidewalk look great!

Andrew and Ben did a great job! Driveway and sidewalk look great!

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AJ was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority to anyone looking for…

AJ was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority to anyone looking for basement waterproofing projects.

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Dave did a great job! Thanks!

Dave did a great job! Thanks!

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Had some concerns over new foundation cracks observed in our basement and side of the house. David came out to our residence and took…

Had some concerns over new foundation cracks observed in our basement and side of the house. David came out to our residence and took measurements. David was very informative and professional. His honesty was very appreciated and I will be contacting him in a year to monitor our house. Will recommend this company to other who need service. Thanks!

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We had a great experience with the crew from groundwork on a waterproofing and channel installation. The team of Adrian J, Erik O. and…

We had a great experience with the crew from groundwork on a waterproofing and channel installation. The team of Adrian J, Erik O. and Andrew G. Were courteous, mindful of the rest of the house as they hauled concrete back and forth, and finished the job ahead of schedule. The installation looks great. Adrian was really helpful on communication of the project and what they did and made sure all my questions and concerns were answered. The whole process from estimating, to scheduling, to the work was top notch – would highly recommend.

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David Kottke did a routine maintenance visit for my dehumidifier and did a great job thank you

David Kottke did a routine maintenance visit for my dehumidifier and did a great job thank you

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Needed foundation work. Polite. Professional. Knowledgeable. Had the expertise to know exactly what was needed to remedy our situation.

Needed foundation work. Polite. Professional. Knowledgeable. Had the expertise to know exactly what was needed to remedy our situation.

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I am so happy with Groundworks and the crew that came in to fix my water problem in my basement. Schmidy, Bartone and Terrance were awesome….

I am so happy with Groundworks and the crew that came in to fix my water problem in my basement. Schmidy, Bartone and Terrance were awesome. They were very thorough and cleaned up nicely after the work was done. All my questions were answered. They were very informative and kind. Thanks again, Groundworks!

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On 12/4/25 the Rush City crew was out for 2 days to remove pavers & a ramp from the garage then dig up floor to make a trench to install…

On 12/4/25 the Rush City crew was out for 2 days to remove pavers & a ramp from the garage then dig up floor to make a trench to install anchors to the back of the brick wall which was bowed. Each of the crew (Austin F., Andrew W., RJ, Brandon & Dakota) was friendly & the foreman gave us constant updates on arrival times, access to garage, etc. We would highly recommend them for future projects.

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Why Homeowners Choose Innovative Basement Authority

Since 2005, Innovative Basement Authority – A Groundworks Company – has specialized in helping homeowners have peace of mind knowing their homes are stable and dry. IBA is proud to have an established reputation for high quality work and personalized service.

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Our Locations

Fargo, ND

1330 41st St. N
Fargo, ND 58102

Minneapolis, MN

6265 Carmen Ave.
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Rush City, MN

1325 S Frandsen Ave
Rush City, MN 55069