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The crew kept me updated on every step of the project. Very friendly and efficient. Cleaned up any mess and left the house and crawl space…
The crew kept me updated on every step of the project. Very friendly and efficient. Cleaned up any mess and left the house and crawl space just as they found it. Recommend to any one.
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Gregg and Brandon did a great job!
Gregg and Brandon did a great job!
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Jeff was straightforward and compassionate in a very stressful pseudo crisis basement situation, getting us through the…
Jeff was straightforward and compassionate in a very stressful pseudo crisis basement situation, getting us through the inspection/assessment process, proposal and scheduling the project all within 24 hours. He communicated clearly and rolled with all of my questions and ‘big expensive decision’ jitters – addressing my concerns without making it worse.
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Innovative Basement Authority saved my house by saving my basement from flooding when it rained. From the very first contact with someone…
Innovative Basement Authority saved my house by saving my basement from flooding when it rained. From the very first contact with someone at Innovative, I felt cared for, and that all the people at Innovative were sincere and knew what they were doing. It was such a big commitment and I couldn't be happier!
June 2026: I called on Groundworks to lift my sidewalk in front of my home and fix a large crack in the garage floors. Ben came by and…
June 2026: I called on Groundworks to lift my sidewalk in front of my home and fix a large crack in the garage floors. Ben came by and assessed the job and he was very thorough and assured me they could help. Mark and Brandon came by and within a few hours they had the job done. They even did some lifting as well as filling the cracks in the garages. I highly recommend this company. October 2025: Wyatt S, Brian K and Fernando P. Worked on my crawlspace. They completed a large structural stabilization and installing Encapsulation cover and dehumidifier in 6 days. They were very respectful, provided excellent communication each day and kept the space so clean. I highly recommend this company as the do exactly what they said they would do!
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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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We had a very informative & interesting meeting with Jan Kottke today regarding our basement. He explained everything very thoroughly &…
We had a very informative & interesting meeting with Jan Kottke today regarding our basement. He explained everything very thoroughly & gave us all the information we were looking for. We booked an appointment for our needs right away. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority for your needs!
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From the field inspector Nick to the great crew Duke, Ty, Marquell and Abdi start to finish exceptional work.
From the field inspector Nick to the great crew Duke, Ty, Marquell and Abdi start to finish exceptional work.
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We had a 4 1/2 day project, the crew was great.Nick S, Devon A, Ashton W, Kieran N , hard working. All would answer my questions, inform me …
We had a 4 1/2 day project, the crew was great.Nick S, Devon A, Ashton W, Kieran N , hard working. All would answer my questions, inform me of progress, explain details .I recommend this company. This was for basement waterproofing, crawl space, and foundation stabilization.
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Anthony,David & Ghavon were out standing. Very polite and hard workers. They did a great job. Thank you.
Anthony,David & Ghavon were out standing. Very polite and hard workers. They did a great job. Thank you.
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My partner and I just purchased our first home and noted some concerns in the basement. Water intrusion, and a rotted out beam. We had…
My partner and I just purchased our first home and noted some concerns in the basement. Water intrusion, and a rotted out beam. We had another company come out and give us a bid but it felt like a sales pitch the entire time and didn’t actually provide us with the insight we needed to make an informed decision about our basement and how to proceed. Groundworks was the complete opposite! Our inspector Logan J. was phenomenal – he is so knowledgeable about structural issues and pointed out major red flags that the other company completely skipped over AND our home inspector prior to our purchase didn’t find. We are so incredibly thankful he came out and provided us with the understanding of how structural systems work and very clear ways we can remedy the situation. Because of Logan J., we have a clear plan and we know our home will be in great hands! 🙌
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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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We recently used the company Groundwork’s for foundation repair and upgrade. Matt D., Adam B., and Andreas J, were extremely professional….
We recently used the company Groundwork’s for foundation repair and upgrade. Matt D., Adam B., and Andreas J, were extremely professional. They were always on time, finished the job when promised, and cleaned up the site perfectly when they were done. I highly recommend them to anyone needing high-quality foundation services!" What a great experience! Thank you, Matt, Adam, and Andreas!
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Dion and Nick “Schmidy” were great to work with. There were hiccups along the way due to the delicate nature of the job and they were…
Dion and Nick “Schmidy” were great to work with. There were hiccups along the way due to the delicate nature of the job and they were great at communicating and letting me know next steps. Overall – we’re very happy with the work!
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A great experience from a great company and a great technician. I wanna give a personal shout out to Michael Bowers for not only answering…
A great experience from a great company and a great technician. I wanna give a personal shout out to Michael Bowers for not only answering my questions, but taking additional time to give my wife a piece of mind that we were dealing with a professional, who knew what they were talking about.
The Groundworks crew (Austin F -foreman, Ben F, and Andrew W) did a great job fixing the walls in my boathouse. They were timely,…
The Groundworks crew (Austin F -foreman, Ben F, and Andrew W) did a great job fixing the walls in my boathouse. They were timely, professional, and completed the job in a day. Thanks to their good work, I can rest easy knowing my boathouse will stay standing for me and my children.
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Marcus, Goody, and Roschaaan were great to work with. Very professional and courteous!
Marcus, Goody, and Roschaaan were great to work with. Very professional and courteous!
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I had a problem with water coming into my basement over a half sill wall, Dave Anderson came and diagnosed the problem. Gregg P. and Kyle…
I had a problem with water coming into my basement over a half sill wall, Dave Anderson came and diagnosed the problem. Gregg P. and Kyle W. filled the void under the concrete slab with foam, checked for proper slope and drainage away from the house, and they caulked all potential problem areas thoroughly. All three were friendly, knowledgeable, informative and did the job efficiently, neatly with proper clean up. Thanks and 5 stars for all.
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Dontay was communicative and attentive, and he and his crew left my basement cleaner than it had been.
Dontay was communicative and attentive, and he and his crew left my basement cleaner than it had been.
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