Ohio Basement Authority

Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Wells and Pumps,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Established in 2009, Ohio 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 Ohio, we bring our local expertise closer to you. OBA 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 OBA we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

Business highlights

16 years of trusted experience
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Services we offer

Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Sump Pumps, Wet Basement Repair, Crawl Space Insulation, Crawl Space Drainage, Foundation Settlement, Water in Basement, Uneven Floors, Basement Finishing

Services we don't offer

WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, 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

4.6451 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
77%
4
9%
3
4%
2
4%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 226-250 of 451 reviews

Charles W G.
11/2012
5.0
flooring contractor, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Brought the wrong color flooring. We accepted the different flooring.
Description of Work: Installed a thermal dry basement flooring system.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Allen K.
11/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Joe Tenny & this crew showed up on time, was polite and respectful of my home did the work in a timely manner was complete & out the door in 5hours.
Description of Work: Water proofing.

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
$2,500

Scott B.
11/2012
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
Very friendly easy going but professional and good sense of urgency.
Description of Work: Complete drainage system 9 power braces.

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

Beth S.
10/2012
3.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Last night, Greg called me to confirm the appointment and to get further details on the job. When I explained that my ductwork was leaking and I wanted confirmation that it was not the foundation that was leaking, he stated that there was nothing they could do at all, and do me, he seemed utterly uninterested in doing the job at all.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal for $49 for a Professional Basement or Crawlspace Water Leakage Inspection Including Drainage Assessment & Written Report.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0

$49

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
1) Greg our salesman was shocked to hear that the Member wrote that he seemed uninterested at all to help her. 2) When Greg found out the home was on a slab he was not sure we could help her. He talked to our production manager and found a way that we could help them with their problem. Our office has been leaving messages so that we can go out there to talk to them with the proposal and know one has returned our calls! However the Member found the time to write a negative review without giving us the chance to help her. All it would have taken was a RETURNED phone call to our office.

David R.
10/2012
1.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The ad from angies list stated this was a full foundation inspection - when this guy got here, it was only related to waterproofing. My issues are unrelated to waterproofing, and I was told to contact a foundation expert or structural engineer. This is what I thought I had done, but $50 later, I was wrong. This guy cancelled the appointment the day before the visit, after calling me close to 10pm. Then he called the next day saying he could come 6 hours after our original appointment. In addition, a tape measure was missing from my house after his visit, not sure if he grabbed it on accident or on purpose, but it is still missing and after searching for about a month, it is no longer to be found. If you have waterproofing issues, call this guy, if you are looking for foundation solutions, save your money. He also informed me they give free estimates, so not sure what I paid $50 for. Also, I never got a written proposal as promised in the ad.
Description of Work: Estimate on foundation damage

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$50

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Regarding the Customer report, it is a complete false report. this customer had a different agenda then a foundation inspection. The Customer told our inspector before he came out about his neighbors trees. He believed the trees were causing his foundation and roof problems. Our inspector advised him to call a tree company.(that is why we were not there on the first appointment) We did still go to his home and inspect it and found that there was one wall that was in need of repair front side. After talking to our production manager they came up with a solution for the one wall at the front of the house that was falling in. The Customer was not interested in fixing it. He ONLY wanted us to right up a FALSE report that his neighbors trees were the cause of his problem. There was no damage to the area of the home where the tree roots are located. He was not happy that we would go along with this false report to help him in a neighbor dispute over trees.He wants his neighbors to cut them down. So.....due to that, we believe that this report was in retaliation that we did not go along with his agenda. We DO NOT lie about any inspections for the purpose of a customer to use our company for there own agenda. We also do not have anyone working for us that would steel a tape measure!! We will gladly send him a new one and call a tree service company for him. He also NEVER called our office saying he was dissatisfied. We also have had other members that purchased this coupon and there was no issue. It was very clear on what they were getting with the coupon. We had a lot of very happy Angie's List customers with this coupon and there was no confusion. We were work very closely with AL on these offers so that the consumer will no exactly what they are getting.

MARY W.
10/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Overall, the appointment and presentation went very well.
Description of Work: Prompt and Professional Representative gave complete description of services appropriate for my home's problem. This solution seemed appropriate and permanent. It makes sense. When able, will likely use them to correct.. Unable to use at this time.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$49

Patricia F.
10/2012
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
The foundation crack was measured and analyzed by Greg, the service person. It was determined that until we could look at a wall in the basement that is covered with dry wall, it could not be determined whether or not I have a problem. My basement does not leak. The wall is not bowed. This has been put on the backburner for me until I take care of some other needed home repairs. I was happy to have someone look at my problem for the price of $49.00. It was worth the money and the company will stay in touch with me.
Description of Work: Inspection of stair step crack in foundation.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Margaret e K.
10/2012
4.0
energy audit
  + -1 more
The guy who came out was very thorough, but I was a bit dissapointed in the coupon because it did not cover very much.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal coupon from them for a home energy assessment.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
In response to Member's review regarding her disappointment in the coupon offer, we do not understand this. She purchased a $49 dollar coupon for $500 off any Home Energy Efficiency Products. She had the free audit done and was quoted on what improvements were needed to make her home more efficient. She chose not to have the work done at that time do to the fact that she was remodeling her kitchen. Member did not have the cash for the project. We offered her financing for it, but she did not want finance it. Had she gone forward with the improvements she would have received $500 off of the project and perhaps she would not have felt that she wasted her money on this coupon. We have been trying to contact her to go back now that fall is here. Assuming her kitchen remodeling is done.......we could move forward with the proposal to make her home more comfortable and energy efficient AND we would still honor the coupon of the $500 off.

Scott B.
09/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
Very well. Cordial and professional and helpful. Attention to detail and sense of urgency was great. Paper work presented. Extra work to remove some old flooring was performed.
Description of Work: A drainage system installed. Power braces placed on walls to support. Pump installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,999

LOIS B.
09/2012
3.0
energy audit
  + -1 more
Chris Algieri arrived at the appointed time to perform the energy audit. He was polite, professional and informative. I would have given him a higher grade, but he never followed up with the promised home energy audit report. He was supposed to email me a report. I never received anything.
Description of Work: Home energy audit. Chris Algeri checked the areas of the house that are most susceptible to heat loss and he set up a fan to create a pressure differential in the house so he could monitor areas that may need attention.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$150

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
We have contacted this customer and have emailed her the proposal. Our company software and records had indicated that she had received the email with the information. The customer never called us to tell us that Chris had not followed up with her. (Not hat she should) We found out about this "mishap" by finding out 3 months later when she posted her review on Angie's List.Had we had known there was an issue we could have addressed it much sooner. We do not know why she did not get the email, but we told the Customer that we are sorry for the mishap and got the information out to her that day.

Robert K.
08/2012
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
Estimate was comprehensive, work crew was professional, polite, and respectful of property. Repairs resulted in corrective action as promised.
Description of Work: Foundation repair consisting of supporting perimeter wall on piles thereby transferring wall load from original spread/strip footers.

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
$31,000

Charles H.
07/2012
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
Process went well. They showed up on time and cleaned up when finished. Some landscaping needs to be replaced, but that was expected.
Description of Work: Four piers installed to support porch foundation.

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
$7,000

STEVEN B.
07/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Everything went according to the Estimate.
Description of Work: Install foundation supports and lift house.

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
$11,000

HEATHER D.
07/2012
4.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Overall, the project went well. The Crew (a truly outstanding group) that did the work kept the workspace as clean as possible for such a dusty process; they swept the workspace at the end of each day. (One should be prepared for dust escaping the work area and for the entire work area needing a final mopping once the crew finishes the job.) My only complaint would be that our basement is tiled on one half and when the salesperson sold us the job, he explained that they would need to take up about a 6 inch section of the tile to install the drainage system. We okayed this because we felt we could run a decorative tile along the edge to cover the work. Unfortunately, when the crew started, they said they had to take out entire tiles (which we ending up okaying thinking we could order more tile). We have 18x18 tiles, so that means we now have some places that need 18x18 tiles and some places that need partial tiles. We had some extra tiles, but in no way did we expect that we would need to replace approximately 40 tiles. To make the situation more frustrating, the tile is no longer in production and the floor will have to be repaired with a tile that doesn't match. The salesperson's lack of full disclosure at the beginning of the process is adding more cost on our end and a basement floor that will never look matched unless we completely retile the entire area. If we didn't have the tile issue, we would give the group an "A" for the job!
Description of Work: - Crawlspace encapsulation- Interior basement drainage system- Sani Dry Air Cleaner

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
$13,000

Shelly W.
07/2012
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
Very well - very professional & courteous.
Description of Work: Putting in sub pump.

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
$2,025

Niran S.
07/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They were on time, clean, neat and efficient. They answered all the questions we had. Overall, we were very impressed with the work.
Description of Work: Inside basement waterproofing (approx. 92 ft). They did the job on 7th and 8th of June 2012.

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
$4,650

Neil M.
07/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
Installers arrived early, were capable, worked steadily, cleaned up, protected house from dust, kept exterior doors closed when not needed. Did a great job of working behind and around furnace, H20 heater and softener without moving thermo. Moved pressure tankf or well re-installed, kept water disruption to a minimum. Very pleased with work!
Description of Work: THS installed a water guard system along 4 walls of 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
$6,000

Barbara T.
06/2012
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
In October, 2011 we contacted this business to help us stop basement flooding through our sump pump. After having a whole sealed sump pump system installed in October 2011 by this company, we found our original problem still existed. The problem was that the volume of water entering our sump was not being pumped to street storm sewer ! We told the rep that it seemed it just kept circulating. We called the company back after having the sump system for 2 months. They sent the same installer back who told us our pump was running so much because the basement walls needed to dry out. At that time, the main pump was then running every 15 seconds to one minute and overheating in the winter! In May 2012, we called the company again. Andy came out. He explained he was the technician. He found the problem using skill and dye, gave us an estimate, and fixed it in one day by himself. One side of the house downspouts were not connected to the main sewer. Now water is no longer circulating into our sump but actually getting to the street. Andy was professional and hard working and the price was reasonable for diagnosis and fix. We only wish the first installer, who was no longer employed with the company, had listened to us as carefully as Andy did as we explained the water problem. Or that the company had sent Andy on the second visit to listen and diagnose and correct it several months sooner. If it had been fixed right at first, we would give all As. Thanks Andy. You are a great asset to this company. You listened and fixed it. We are pleased with the sump pump system but more pleased that our problem was finally found that we lived with for many years!
Description of Work: 1. Oct.2011-. Water problems in basement with sump. Told rep that water seemed to keep circulating in sump and not meeting street-. large volume. After an estimate, a sealed sump pump systems installed. $4000. It works fine!2. Dec. 2011- Call back to company in Dec. 2011, two months later because main pump was working so hard it had to be unplugged.3. Sent out same installer who said basement walls were still wet and to unplug upper pump. Our yard was a muddy mess by spring.4. May 2011-Finally Andy was sent out. He found a broken pipe in side yard and gave estimate.5. June 12, 2012 Andy replaced line to meet street for an additional charge.$1700

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,700

Kenneth M.
06/2012
5.0
insulation, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
From start to finish, the Tomorrow Home Solutions team demonstrated professionalism, a desire to meet our needs, a high level of skill in completing all elements of the job. The sales representative came to our home two times to provide information about the services to be provided and related costs as well as to answer our many questions. The information John provided was clear, factual, and thorough. When the service team arrived, they introduced themselves and reviewed the work to be done. At all times, the team demonstrated the greatest respect for my wife and me, for our personal property, and for one another. They gladly answered the many questions we asked and took the time to insure that we understood what they were doing and why. Despite the fact that much of the work involved heavy labor, the service team members remained cheerful and stayed on task to insure the timely completion of the job. We were especially impressed with the quality of all work completed and the willingness of team members to go "above and beyond" expectations to insure that my wife and I would be pleased with the final product. The job went smoothly and was completed within the three-day window previously identified. We are very pleased with the work completed by the Tomorrow Home Solutions team.
Description of Work: The Tomorrow Home Solutions service team came to our home to install a new basement drainage system and sump pumps, repair cracks in mortar joints in the cinder block basement walls, and to insulate rafter ends. The three team members first reviewed with my wife and me the work they would complete, covered personal effects stored in our basement with plastic sheeting, removed a portion of the concrete floor around the entire perimeter of our basement, and installed the new drainage system and sump pumps. In addition to this work, the team repaired the sump pump drain line outside the basement wall and constructed a new drainage pipe configuration to prevent drain water from freezing during winter months. All work was completed with great skill, attention to detail, and within the three-day schedule previously specified.

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
$14,000

Adrian S.
06/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The Home Solutions crew called in the morning to confirm their arrival. They got there right on time, introduced themselves, surveyed the site then setup their equipment and got right to work. They started at the far end of the crawl space and removed all the junk and debri including an old swing set that someone had discarded down there for some reason! Then they used a hammer drill to break through the cement and dig a pit for the sump pump installation carefully removing all the cement and mud that had to be carried out through the access point in the middle of the house through the living room and out the front door. We had spread plastic drop cloth out as a precaution but they also brought their own materials to protect the floors during this process. They determined that the best location for the pump was at the front of the house so they had to run PVC pipe around the perimeter of the crawl space to reach the back of the house where we wanted the water to go. The whole job was completed from 8 a.m to 3:30 p.m. start to finish without any problems or surprises. So far the system they installed is working perfectly.
Description of Work: We were getting water in our crawl space which also had a lot of old junk and building materials strewn about down there from previous owners. The Home Solutions crew came out and completely cleaned and swept out the crawl space and installed a sealed automatic sump pump and drainage system to prevent the crawl space from flooding. Surprisingly they completed the job and removed all the debris in one day! The three-man crew was professional and completed the job as agreed to our satisfaction. So far the crawl space has remained dry and the pump has been working fine.

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
$2,500

Emily D.
06/2012
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
We're really happy with them. They did a really good and thorough job and cleaned up after themselves. The work comes with lifetime warranty.
Description of Work: We had our basement waterproofed with Ohio Basement Systems. They also installed a sump pump.

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
$3,700

STEVEN B.
06/2012
4.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
They were able to do what they contracted to do.
Description of Work: Supporting of Garage Foundation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000

Suzanne R.
06/2012
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The service guy arrived within the expected time, and was knowledgeable about what needs to be done. He completed the job and cleaned up well.
Description of Work: Insulation of basement and crawl spaces.

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
$2,000

Adrian S.
06/2012
5.0
home builders
  + -1 more
Very well. faster then expected no issues.
Description of Work: Cleaned debs from crawl space installed sump pump and discharge line to rain chute.

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
$2,500

Julie K.
06/2012
5.0
concrete driveways, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
They were on time, followed up just as promised. The original company only fixed half of the crack. They were much more thorough and responsive. Very professional.
Description of Work: We had crack in the basement wall. Had it repaired by another company 5 years ago but it leaked again.

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
$700


Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

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

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Foundation Repair,
Wells and Pumps,
Insulation,
Concrete Leveling,
Basement Remodeling,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Concrete Driveways,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Structural Engineering

FAQ

Ohio Basement Authority is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Ohio Basement Authority accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Ohio Basement Authority offers free project estimates.
Yes, Ohio Basement Authority offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Ohio Basement Authority does not offer a senior discount.
No, Ohio Basement Authority does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Ohio Basement Authority offers warranties.
Ohio Basement Authority offers the following services: Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Sump Pumps, Wet Basement Repair, Crawl Space Insulation, Crawl Space Drainage, Foundation Settlement, Water in Basement, Uneven Floors, Basement Finishing
WE DO NOT OFFER: Egress Windows, Concrete Sealing, Radon Mitigation, Concrete Resurfacing, Building New Foundations, Exterior Drainage, Pouring Concrete, Working with Asphalt, Installing Masonry, French Drains, New Construction, Yard Drainage, Generators

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM