Corporate Account
Groundworks
Concrete Foundation Repair, Foundation Drainage Installation and Replacement, Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation,
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! BC765730 (MN)
Business highlights
Se habla espanol
20 years of experience
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
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.469 Reviews
| Number of Stars | Image of Distribution | Number of Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| 72% | ||
| 9% | ||
| 9% | ||
| 6% | ||
| 4% |
Showing 1-25 of 69 reviews
Michelle L.
Nov 2024
Work crew arrived right on time, Chad and Josh were very friendly, went through the project with me, answered my questions and promptly went to work. They also went through the completed job with me. I am very happy with the results of their work.
James J.
Sep 2024
Excellent
Ellen Z.
Sep 2024
Chad and Josh did a great job. Very efficient, talked to me quite often through the process and made sure everything was as it should be. Very nice people. I would recommend them, they do professional work and it eases my mind knowing g my foundation is secure.
Casey O.
Mar 2024
Google Review
These guys are amazing! From start to finish! The boys Jake L., Jon, Cedric, Thad and Paul were all professional and very respectful!
Response from Groundworks
"Hello Casey! Thank you for providing this awesome rating! We appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience with us. -Innovative Basement Authority"
Denise M.
Nov 2022
They were very courteous and friendly. Much concern and care to explain each step of the process. Were especially cognizant of the yard. Finished in the time estimated
Skyler M.
Mar 2022
It went really well. They worked fast and clean and did a great job. Aaron Seth and Dustyn did a great job. Aaron walked me through everything so I understood what was going on and kept in touch with me throughout the project if plans ever needed to change. If I hire them again, I want this crew to come back
Response from Groundworks
"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"
Marjorie Y.
Sep 2021
Each and every team member was great to work with.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thanks for leaving us such a great review. Our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your kind words! - Innovative Basement Authority"
Jerry E.
Sep 2021
Hard workers. Did an excellent job.
Response from Groundworks
"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"
Jim O.
Sep 2021
Everything went well. They got the project done on time and all looks good. Thanks guys!
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thank you for providing this feedback. We always love to hear from satisfied customers about their experience. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Robert K.
Sep 2021
Perfect, the guys were in & out in less than 24 hrs total & everything looked professional.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thank you for giving us this feedback. We're glad we were able to provide you with a solution for your home. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Marlin H.
Jun 2021
Performed the necessary repairs as agreed
Response from Groundworks
"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"
Jim H.
Jun 2021
Work was very well done. They were efficient and cleaned up everything after repairs.
Response from Groundworks
"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"
Erick B.
Mar 2021
The whole process was very professional and smooth. Everything was explained in detail up front and the work took less time than anticipated. Brandon, Rich, and Armstrong (our crew) were extremely friendly and professional and made sure we were 100% satisfied before they left. They were very thorough and went above and beyond in checking over previous problem areas with my wife.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out of your day to leave us a 5-Star review. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Linda B.
Mar 2021
Excellent! I would highly recommend them.
Response from Groundworks
"Hello! We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Drew H.
Feb 2021
Everything was wonderful and they were great to work with
Response from Groundworks
"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"
Robert D.
Feb 2021
They were in and out in 3 days. They worked 10 hr days minimum. Great job.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi, thank you for your amazing feedback. As a company, we aim toward delivering top-notch service to all of our customers! We are lucky to have industry skilled experts who prioritize homeowners' concerns and resolving them quickly. We appreciate your business and support! - Innovative Basement Authority"
Beth H.
Oct 2020
They did a very thorough job and excellent clean up. I was very pleased with results
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thank you for providing this stellar review. We're glad we were able to meet your expectations. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Clara Y.
Mar 2020
It went well.
Response from Groundworks
"Hello! Thank you for submitting this review. We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Marilyn T.
Mar 2020
Crew was on time. Work was done diligently and in a timely manner. Workers were very polite. Cleanup was quite immaculate for the type of work performed.
Response from Groundworks
"Awesome! We're glad our team was able to show you a stellar experience and we appreciate your kind words. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Brenton H.
Mar 2020
Very well. Impressed by the work that was done. Professional.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this review. We're glad we were able to help you have a safer, healthier home. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Lynn R.
Mar 2020
We were amazed at how efficient, timely, and thorough the crew was from initial estimate visit to actual work completion. They were very willing to answer the questions we had and explain how the new inside drain tile system would function as well as radon mitigation. We experienced a horrific fall with 14 inches of rain that the existing system could not handle resulting in complete disruption of our family room and basement. As we are in the process of redoing those areas we anxiously await the spring thaw to see to the extent the new system handles the problem. We cannot say enough good things about how the process went and the work of the crew that was here. We are so thankful and only wish we had done this sooner.
Response from Groundworks
"Hello! Thank you for taking time to submit a review about your experience with our company. We appreciate your thoughtful, detailed account of how we were able to deliver great results. We take tremendous care to provide the highest level of service possible during every project—and it’s awesome to be recognized for our efforts. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Cindy S.
Mar 2020
Wonderful. So far no water. First time in 20 years when I am not standing in water putting clothes in dryer.
Response from Groundworks
"Hi! Thank you for this awesome review. We appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience with us. We'll be sure to share this with us. - Innovative Basement Authority"
Sue L.
Aug 2019
Excellent work which received compliments from another contractor who described the work as the best they had seen. I recommend highly.
LINDA S.
Jan 2018
They did a wonderful job! It stopped the mice and spiders from getting in. It is not wet like it was and I am able to store items in the basement again. It also stopped the mildew smell and has made a huge difference in my heating bill as well. I save $100 to $200 a month from this and I would highly recommend them.
Ashley G.
Jun 2017
The teams were knowledgeable and did great work, which is the most important thing. I need to reinfirce that... and the price for the work done with the warranty was great. My frustration was that we signed a contract for specific methods to be used for our basement foundation correction and bracing, and then when the crews came to work the foreman decided he wanted to do something different than we originally signed in the contract. This was annoying to me because I had researched several methods of bracing our foundation and I knew what I wanted, and why. So to sign a contract and have them show up and say they should be doing something different felt unprofessional to me. Especially when you are paying 5,000 dollars. In the end, the work is great, and I feel good about the result, I just felt frustrated with the process.
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FAQ
Groundworks is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
Groundworks accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Groundworks offers free project estimates.
No, Groundworks does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Groundworks does not offer a senior discount.
No, Groundworks does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Groundworks offers warranties.