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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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Kaz, David and Cory did a great job waterproofing my basement! They completed the project ahead of schedule and now I have the peace of…
Kaz, David and Cory did a great job waterproofing my basement! They completed the project ahead of schedule and now I have the peace of mind knowing my basement is good to go!
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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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Well, this is the second time I’ve had groundwork’s come do a project, the first time, they waterproofed part of my basement, this time…
Well, this is the second time I’ve had groundwork’s come do a project, the first time, they waterproofed part of my basement, this time they finished it. I will let the past be the past, there is no sense in bringing up old dirt but I will tell you I was very skeptical about calling them again. I almost went with a whole new company to come in and just see what they could do so I didn’t have to deal with them again. This time around was so easy and so quick, the crew that came out was very knowledgeable and so kind. When John my sales tech came out, I think he was here for around 4 hours! While I drilled him with questions, he was very patient and understanding of my concerns. I am very happy with the way it turned out and I would recommend groundwork’s to anyone looking to waterproof their basement!
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Gregg and Brandon were great to work with. Gregg was knowledgeable, and explained everything in detail. Can’t say enough positive things…
Gregg and Brandon were great to work with. Gregg was knowledgeable, and explained everything in detail. Can’t say enough positive things about the work they did for us!
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Zach, Jerry, Rich, and Dema (not sure on spelling) just finished installing replacement egress Windows and new window wells at our home in…
Zach, Jerry, Rich, and Dema (not sure on spelling) just finished installing replacement egress Windows and new window wells at our home in NW MN. They finished the job in one day, were courteous, and answered any questions we had. They explained how everything tied into our drain tile, and their attention to clean up and detail was awesome. This is the 2nd time we have used Innovative Basement for house projects and we would recommend to anyone looking for help with their basement or foundation. Thanks Zach and crew!!
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Kevin was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I am impressed by the amount of professionalism he displayed throughout the…
Kevin was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I am impressed by the amount of professionalism he displayed throughout the inspection process. He explained everything that was needed to get done in great detail and in a way that was readily understood. Could not recommend him and this company enough.
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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Our technician Michael did a great job explaining our options on fixing our front sidewalk. He was informative and thorough and was not…
Our technician Michael did a great job explaining our options on fixing our front sidewalk. He was informative and thorough and was not pushy. We have worked with groundwork’s in the past and look forward to working with them again. Thanks Michael.
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Jon Qualley & crew repaired the sport structure to our lake cabin. He kept us informed during the process and brought to our attention an…
Jon Qualley & crew repaired the sport structure to our lake cabin. He kept us informed during the process and brought to our attention an area that needed to be addressed to insure the integrity of the area repaired. Jon & crew were friendly and worked long hours to complete the job. I highly recommendInnovative for quality service.
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IBA installed a new sump pump for us in February 2024, and we’ve had multiple interactions with their team over the past year. First, Jade…
IBA installed a new sump pump for us in February 2024, and we’ve had multiple interactions with their team over the past year. First, Jade (the foreman) and his crew installed the sump pump on 2/12/24. Then, I believe on 2/29/24, Nick and another team member returned to trench outside and connect the discharge to the city system. A few months later, another crew member (whose name I unfortunately didn’t catch) came out for some warranty work. Most recently, on 2/12/25, Devon T. completed the one-year maintenance. This review is long overdue for all of them! Every IBA team member we've worked with—including the estimators—has been outstanding. They have all been respectful, punctual, neat, thorough, and excellent communicators, keeping us informed throughout each step of the process. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend IBA and their entire team. Thank you IBA and your team!
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Ben A , Groundworks Service Technician came by today for a check and maintenance visit today of our Groundworks installed products -…
Ben A , Groundworks Service Technician came by today for a check and maintenance visit today of our Groundworks installed products – Basement water tiles and pumps plus our Basement Support Beams. We were impressed by Ben’s professionalism and attention to detail. He gave a common sense explanation to all the work he was performing, while he was doing it. He left everything as he found it , but in better condition. Looking forward to our next annual inspection so Groundworks products keep being well maintained.
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Jake came over to do the inspection and was very thorough and professional. He explained what the problems were and gave us three levels of …
Jake came over to do the inspection and was very thorough and professional. He explained what the problems were and gave us three levels of corrective measures. There was absolute no pressure on which to chose. We were very confident his choices.Hunter and Paul came to do the work. He told us what the project would entail and kept us up to date each step of the way. He and Paul were very professional and patient as we asked questions. We had one question Regarding mold and discussed it with Hunter and Jake. Jake said he would be in Grand Forks for an inspection and would come over and take a look. He and Hunter agreed on what they could do.Hunter and Paul worked so hard. When they were done he walked us though everything they had done and why. They were great.
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David drove out of his way to look at our basement issues. He sat down with us and really listened to our issues. Then he did a thorough…
David drove out of his way to look at our basement issues. He sat down with us and really listened to our issues. Then he did a thorough inspection with pictures. He then sat down again with us and went over a plan that fits our budget and goals. Highly suggest working with Groundworks for your basement needs.
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Dustin Gaudette at Ground Crew was great to work with. He communicated clearly throughout the entire process, was very approachable, and…
Dustin Gaudette at Ground Crew was great to work with. He communicated clearly throughout the entire process, was very approachable, and easy to talk to. You can tell he knows what he’s doing and takes pride in his work. Everything was handled efficiently and professionally. I’d definitely recommend Dustin and the Ground Crew team.
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Grant and Mark did an excellent job!
Grant and Mark did an excellent job!
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In one word. Great!! Brandon V was our service Technician and was amazing. Very knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. Was…
In one word. Great!! Brandon V was our service Technician and was amazing. Very knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. Was probably the best home service experience we have had. Very impressed. Thanks IBA
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Brandon, Adam and Greg did a great job. Very professional and cleaned up well after the job was completed. Thank you guys.Gene Hageman
Brandon, Adam and Greg did a great job. Very professional and cleaned up well after the job was completed. Thank you guys.Gene Hageman
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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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John Anderson was very professional. Rate a 10.
John Anderson was very professional. Rate a 10.
Our Services
In business since 2005, Innovative Basement Authority specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and other services to give you a safer, drier home. Our top priority is completing top-quality work to ensure your home is in the best possible condition. With fully trained technicians and industry-leading products, we're ready to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space.
Foundation Repair
Do you know how well your home is standing up to the test of time? Is it strong and sturdy or does it feel like it’s on shaky ground? Whether you interpret this figuratively or literally, it’s so important for your home to have a strong foundation.
Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation
Normally these areas are empty, but you never know what creepy conditions you’ll find there – mold, pest infestation, wet insulation, and much more.
Basement Waterproofing
Water is essential, but other than coming out of faucets for specific needs, you do not want water in your house. This powerful element and force of nature can wreak havoc on your home.
Concrete Lifting
If you have sinking concrete around your home, Innovative Basement Authority can lift and restore your concrete to help eliminate trip hazards and pooling water problems.
Proudly Serving Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, Minneapolis, Sioux Falls and St. Cloud
Bismarck · Fargo · Grand Forks · Minot · Saint Cloud ·
Sioux Falls · Duluth · Minneapolis · Rochester
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
1330 41st St. N
Fargo, ND 58102
6265 Carmen Ave.
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
1325 S Frandsen Ave
Rush City, MN 55069