Innovative Basement Authority

Basement Waterproofing, Concrete Pouring and Repair, Wells and Pumps,

About us

Established in 2005, Innovative Basement Authority stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Minnesota & part of North Dakota, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Innovative Basement Authority proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At IBA, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

Business highlights

19 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Interior Drainage, Driveway Repair, FreezeGuard, Helical Piers, Water In Basement, Crawl Space Mold, Foundation Wall Cracks, Uneven Floors, Crawl Space Humidity

Services we don't offer

WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.946 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
2%
3
0%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 1-25 of 46 reviews

Ryann L.
06/2024
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I had my basement waterproofed with Innovative Basement Authority. Bryce J. was my inspector and was very knowledgeable and helpful. He gave me some great advice about my home. Adam S. and Josh W. completed the project and did a phenomenal job. They were courteous, professional, highly skilled, and did a great clean up as well. I was so impressed with the results, I would definitely recommend their services.
Description of Work: I needed my basement waterproofed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mike V.
09/2023
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
Very pleased with my experience with this company. Logan spent much time with me as he explained the situation with my property and the different avenues I could go down to address the problem with my sinking garage floor. I didn't feel as though he was just trying to make the most money out of me, as he gave me both less expensive and more expensive options. The work was performed on the promised date, and all went well.
Description of Work: Raise level of garage floor and prevent further sinking of foundation under garage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,800

Sam F.
09/2023
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
This whole project could not have gone smoother for us. From Adam L. helping us understand the process and getting us scheduled to Isaiah S. and Matt N. doing the work on site, we couldn't have been more pleased. All three gentlemen were friendly, professional and answered all of my (many) questions. I highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority...I wish I could give 6 stars.
Description of Work: Our boathouse foundation had heaved.

Rating CategoryRating 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

Brian B.
05/2023
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I've had water coming in my basement every Spring Thaw for the last 8 years! Got sick of it this year. I contacted Innovative Basement Authority and they sent out a certified foundation inspector who explained what the issue was. I decided to move forward with them. Yesterday a team came out to fix my ongoing issue. Isaiah S, Ian S, and Austin F arrived on time, explained exactly what they were going to do. They were professional, knowledgeable, and very nice! Asking if I had any questions throughout the process. They came in and a few hours later they had completed the task and left the area looking better than when they arrived. I'm so thankful to the install team, they were great to work with! I highly recommend anyone that has a wet basement issue, give Innovative a call and let them diagnose your issues. Thank you Isaiah, Ian, and Austin!!!!!
Description of Work: Waterproof my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,500

Brian B.
03/2023
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Today I met with Tyler with Innovative Basement Authority. He was great! He was knowledgeable, easy to talk to, answered all my questions honestly and was kind. He took time going through the basement examining how the water was entering and put it all together in an easy-to-understand presentation with pricing. The price of the project was less than I expected, plus with a Lifetime Warranty and 5 years of yearly maintenance and inspections it seems to be a no brainer. I highly recommend calling Innovative Basement Authority to get your free quote. It has given my wife and I piece of mind moving forward that we are not going to have to worry about a wet basement ever again!
Description of Work: Waterproofing my basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kevin C.
08/2022
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Great! David always does a great job. Very knowledgeable.
Description of Work: Yearly maintenance

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

JANET R.
07/2022
5.0
basement waterproofing, structural engineer
  + 0 more
Gregg Poindexter was the service technician. He was great. His explanations were thorough. I now understand about the wall repair system.
Description of Work: Annual inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert W.
06/2022
5.0
concrete repair, structural engineer, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Patrick surveyed our property and gave us options and good counsel on choosing how to address the problem areas. Shane and Dom performed the work. They communicated well, we’re on time, and did excellent work. Pricing was reasonable, and all work was completed on time and on budget. I would hire IBA again in a minute. I can confidently recommend them.
Description of Work: Concrete block foundation wall bowing due to pressure from outside. Settling in one corner due to footing failure. Needed correction of both items.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

Jeffrey F.
05/2022
5.0
concrete repair, mudjacking
  + 0 more
Kyle S. and Duke S. did good work with a difficult job.
Description of Work: Cement lifting and leveling

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. We'll be sure to share with the team. - Innovative Basement Authority

Robin H.
04/2022
5.0
concrete repair, wells
  + 0 more
DAVID KOTTKE gave me a heads up when he was close to my house. He was prompt, courteous Luckily, he had time to install a new one. I would highly recommend this company. And I'll use them again...
Description of Work: I have a sump pump in my basement. I didn't disconnect the discharge hose and it froze. The pump still worked but not very well. I had it replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$720

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! Thank you so much for this stellar review. We are glad he provided you with an excellent service. – Innovative Basement Authority

Greg S.
04/2022
5.0
insulation, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
Mason Modjeski did a good job checking water mitigation options. Unfortunately, in the end more investigation was needed before singing up for the work to be done. If the work needs to be implanted I will call Mason Modjeski back for the job to be done.
Description of Work: Inspection for work on water leak

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Excellent! Thank you for leaving us this review. We’ll be sure to share with him. - Innovative Basement Authority

Tim S.
12/2021
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Both David Kottke and Isaiah Swanson did a very good job of fixing the pumps and also some extra work to make it easier to clean the sump basins.
Description of Work: Needed to fix the sump pumps in crawl space. These were installed the previous year.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this review. We're glad we were able to provide you with a great experience. - Innovative Basement Authority

June M.
11/2021
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
Very well David K was very friendly and professional Informed me about arrival time Gave full explanation of what he did
Description of Work: Sump pump cleaned out and basement encapsulation checked over

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$220

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! We're glad he was able to show you [Member Information Removed] great experience. - Innovative Basement Authority

Robert D.
09/2021
5.0
concrete repair, insulation
  + 0 more
Workers were friendly and knowledgeable. Job done quickly. Remote temperature sensors I placed under the home show today a temp of 59 with the outide temp in the low 30's. It will be interesting to see what the temps are when the outside temps go to zero and lower. There was no hard sell for the service as I had from a local provider.
Description of Work: Remove insulation and reinsulate with foam

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! Thank you for trusting us to provide your home with a solution! We are glad everything went well and we appreciate you taking the time out of your day to share the experience you had with us. - Innovative Basement Authority

Kalee T.
09/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
Very well. Good crew, quick and good work. Great people to deal with during scheduling and the work being done. Good clean up afterwards too.
Description of Work: New drainage around perimeter of basement to eliminate water in basement, new sump pump.

Rating CategoryRating 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 Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us this note. Our company views customer satisfaction as top priority and we are committed to excellent service. - Innovative Basement Authority

David N.
07/2021
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
Great Marc and Nick did a great job
Description of Work: Lifted our sidewalk

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,986

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! Thanks for leaving us such a great review. Our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your kind words! - Innovative Basement Authority

Terri M.
07/2021
5.0
concrete repair, wells
  + 0 more
On July 1st (2021), Mel and Stephan from Innovative Basement Authority dug a 30'x18" trench by hand to bury our sump pump discharge pipe. They installed a freeze valve, 30' of 5" PVC, and a discharge grate, exactly where we asked to place it. They had to dig right next to the garage foundation, so this was no easy feat. They also made short work of removing a 4'x4' concrete pad for us. The guys were very courteous, punctual, and seriously hard-working. They did an exceptional job, and in just half a day, I was able to check 1 more item off my honey-do list! We are hoping to hire Innovative Basement Authority for some garage floor concrete work in the near future. Thanks IBA! Brian & Terri MacDonald
Description of Work: Sump pump discharge line buried

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,694

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you for taking time to submit a review about your experience with our company. We'll be sure to share with the team. - Innovative Basement Authority

Ed W.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
They did an awesome job, above and beyond. I would hire them again in an instant.
Description of Work: Lifting of driveway panels

Rating CategoryRating 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 Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this review. We're glad we were able to provide you with a great experience. - Innovative Basement Authority

Diane L.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Innovative did a great job. They were fast, careful and friendly. Shane Piggott was particularly helpful. He went over and above to make sure things were running right, answered all of our calls immediately and came out to lend a hand when we needed him. I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: I had a Sump pump put in which meant cutting off 18" of dry wall, pulling back my carpet and jackhammering concrete.

Rating CategoryRating 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 Innovative Basement Authority
Thank you so much for this review! We're glad our team was able to show you a stellar experience and we appreciate your recommendation. - Innovative Basement Authority

Joe M.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Apron and parts of sidewalk had suddenly lowered 4-5 inches. They were brought up to grade. Some areas proved difficult with high points, the techs were able to raise other parts on the sections which lowered the high points. Techs were obviously experienced and knowledgeable. I'm very satisficed with the finished product.
Description of Work: Raising sidewalk, garage apron

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! Thank you for trusting us to provide your home with a solution and we appreciate you taking the time out of your day to share the experience you had with us! - Innovative Basement Authority

Tim S.
02/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
They did an amazing job so professional, neat and clean and they even fixed the problem 100%. I would hire them again in a second.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi, thanks for leaving us such a great review. Our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your kind words! - Innovative Basement Authority

Kathryn S.
02/2021
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They were very efficient and did a berry thorough job. I was very pleased with their work.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hi! We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out of your day to leave us a 5-Star review. - Innovative Basement Authority

Katie R.
11/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Went well, a few issues came up and the team was able to address them and communicate then right away. Very professional.
Description of Work: Waterproofing basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Will P.
10/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Excellent results with no water problem since.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! Thank you so much for this awesome review. We're glad we were able to meet your expectations. - Innovative Basement Authority

Julie R.
10/2020
5.0
mudjacking
  + -1 more
Very impressed with the professionalism of the gentleman who came to give me a quote - he explained every step, shared videos of the process, and printed the quote on site. The two gentlemen who came out to do the work were excellent communicators and explained the process. They had to come back for the caulking due to rain. They returned on schedule and the finished product looks great.
Description of Work: Concrete Leveling and Foam Jacking

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Response from Innovative Basement Authority
Hello! We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. - Innovative Basement Authority
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Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number
BC765730
Trade License Locale
MN
Trade License Authority
Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2023

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Wells and Pumps,
Concrete Leveling,
Structural Engineering,
Foundation Repair,
Insulation

FAQ

Innovative Basement Authority is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Monday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Innovative Basement Authority accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Innovative Basement Authority offers free project estimates.
Yes, Innovative Basement Authority offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Innovative Basement Authority does not offer a senior discount.
No, Innovative Basement Authority does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Innovative Basement Authority offers warranties.
Innovative Basement Authority offers the following services: Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Interior Drainage, Driveway Repair, FreezeGuard, Helical Piers, Water In Basement, Crawl Space Mold, Foundation Wall Cracks, Uneven Floors, Crawl Space Humidity
WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Basement Refinishing, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators

Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM