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My install technicians Noah Asheher and Alex Few were excellent. They called the day prior to remind us of the pending appointment and…

My install technicians Noah Asheher and Alex Few were excellent. They called the day prior to remind us of the pending appointment and showed up on time the next day. They walked me through what the plan was prior to starting the work and were very courteous. They ran into some issues with our sprinkler line being in the way and took the initiative to circumvent to make sure the job was done right. They did an excellent job of cleaning up after the installation. It was a cold and wet day. It would have been easy to cut some corners to try to get done and out of the rain, but they pushed through and went above and beyond. I appreciated the work ethic and professionalism from these two. What a great team!

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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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Great communication from start to finish. Marc and Brandon were great they were more than willing to answer any questions about the…

Great communication from start to finish. Marc and Brandon were great they were more than willing to answer any questions about the service I had and I had quite a few. Highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority.

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Logan explained my options to repair the water leaks in my basement and then explained the cost and benefits of each option, providing…

Logan explained my options to repair the water leaks in my basement and then explained the cost and benefits of each option, providing extensive information for the option that was recommended. The team came on the day and time expected, working continuously to get the job done and protect the other areas of my basement from work debris. They completed the job in one long day, taking away any leftover materials, etc. the work was finished early, and within the parameters of the work scope. All personnel were friendly and courteous asking for an inspection prior to leaving. I highly recommend this company and team.

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Scheduling was super easy and communication was great! Logan J was right on time and had awesome communication leading up to his arrival….

Scheduling was super easy and communication was great! Logan J was right on time and had awesome communication leading up to his arrival. He was beyond helpful with his knowledge and recommendations. 10/10 recommend!

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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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Great work from the this group. We had our annual inspection to the work they did and Michael Bowers was incredibly professional,…

Great work from the this group. We had our annual inspection to the work they did and Michael Bowers was incredibly professional, personable and efficient. I felt completely comfortable with him in my home and appreciated the communication before during and after the inspection was completed.

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Wow! I feel like a new person because my house was saved by Innovative Basement Authority who fixed the flooding problem caused by rain…

Wow! I feel like a new person because my house was saved by Innovative Basement Authority who fixed the flooding problem caused by rain getting into my basement. From the first contact, I felt cared about. When all is said and done, the terrible daunting problem of rain flooding my basement is now gone and I have to pinch myself to be sure it's real. Yes, this is a great great trustworthy company that really are heros for saving houses.

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Adam Little came out on a Friday afternoon, stayed until well past business hours to provide us with a detailed explanation and quote….

Adam Little came out on a Friday afternoon, stayed until well past business hours to provide us with a detailed explanation and quote. Great first impression!

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The whole experience was smooth and simple. The tech Ricky who did the 1 year warranty follow up was top notch & answered every question I…

The whole experience was smooth and simple. The tech Ricky who did the 1 year warranty follow up was top notch & answered every question I threw at him!

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Good work, clean up and communication! Work was explained in advance. Friendly, efficient staff. Definitely made a difficult time easier!

Good work, clean up and communication! Work was explained in advance. Friendly, efficient staff. Definitely made a difficult time easier!

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Joe has been great to work with throughout the whole process.

Joe has been great to work with throughout the whole process.

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Ian S. and Skylar S. just finished up the project in my garage. They did an excellent job, communication throughout the work was awesome…

Ian S. and Skylar S. just finished up the project in my garage. They did an excellent job, communication throughout the work was awesome and they left the space cleaner than what it looked like before they arrived. All around a great experience and glad I went with Groundworks for this repair. I hope my home doesnt need any other work done, but if my home decides otherwise, I will be reaching out to Groundworks again for assistance.

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Dustin Gaudette came today to do our first year maintenance check on our sump pump system and he did an excellent job! He is very…

Dustin Gaudette came today to do our first year maintenance check on our sump pump system and he did an excellent job! He is very personable and kind. Enjoyed talking with him very much. He found an issue with our sump pump caused by a tree in our yard and helped us resolve the problem and fixed the sump pump. We would highly recommend him and this company. They provide an excellent service and huge peace of mind ! Thank you so very much Dustin! GREAT JOB!

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Dave Anderson did a great service for us.

Dave Anderson did a great service for us.

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Chad arrived on time for a one-year inspection of work completed last year. He was friendly, thorough, and professional. While inspecting…

Chad arrived on time for a one-year inspection of work completed last year. He was friendly, thorough, and professional. While inspecting the interior foundation, he noticed that I didn't have a backup sump system and provided a no-pressure quote. An hour and a half later I had a nice backup system in place – something I've wanted to take care of for 30 years – finally done! 🙂

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Anthony, Jacob and Gabe did an excellent job on the bracing they put in. They were done in 1 day and cleaned up better than it was before….

Anthony, Jacob and Gabe did an excellent job on the bracing they put in. They were done in 1 day and cleaned up better than it was before. Communication was great as I was in and out of the house during the project.

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LJ, Anthony, Kevin and Mike were amazing,! We didn't realize how poorly the basement had been left behind the plywood walls until this crew …

LJ, Anthony, Kevin and Mike were amazing,! We didn't realize how poorly the basement had been left behind the plywood walls until this crew came to get it sorted. They weren't phased by anything, that level of confidence in a crew was so reassuring for us during this project. The work was done quickly and so thoroughly!

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We had an absolutely positive experience from David, our salesman, as well as the crew. Collin, the crew foreman, was very responsive to…

We had an absolutely positive experience from David, our salesman, as well as the crew. Collin, the crew foreman, was very responsive to any questions, concerns and greeted us each morning on the jobsite. Collin also, let us know what to expect the following day, and kept us well informed to the progress of the project while on site. I highly recommend IBA to anyone looking to have their crawlspace or anything "basementy"! Thanks David and crew! After the encapsulation, I might even venture into our clean, non-musty smelly, critter free crawlspace! I am most excited for warmer floors!! Whoop, whoop!

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David Anderson was great for our annual maintenance

David Anderson was great for our annual maintenance

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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