Albert Lea, MN
We are dedicated to informing Albert Lea, MN homeowners of the benefits of basement waterproofing and crawl space repair in providing a healthy home environment.
Schedule Your Free InspectionBasements can be fantastic offices, gyms, playrooms, fan caves, and more. But they are only fully functional once you have made sure to protect this below-grade area of your home from water and foundation problems. Albert Lea experiences significant rain and snow during the year, which puts your basement and its walls under a lot of pressure. Leaking water and bowing walls can ruin your home, but Innovative Basement Authority can help. Our permanent basement waterproofing and foundation repair solutions can restore your home and your peace of mind.
Our Services
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.
Structural Wall Repair
Repair your failing and crumbling structural walls with our proven products.
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They were here on time very friendly. Did a good job cleaned up thoroughly before they left. Asked if I had any questions. Very good…
They were here on time very friendly. Did a good job cleaned up thoroughly before they left. Asked if I had any questions. Very good company.
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JP came over to help me understand and give me solutions on crawlspace that other contractors did not want to go into. He helped me…
JP came over to help me understand and give me solutions on crawlspace that other contractors did not want to go into. He helped me understand what's included in the solution and why its going make a big change to my home. He spent a quite a bit of time (almost 2 hours) taking all my questions/concerns and giving me feedback and answers that made sense to me. The work is some what extensive and he helped me get a great price. Just by the amount of time he put into getting me the right solution for a great price, I am excited to see the work and enjoy the completed solution.
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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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Outstanding work done. Great customer service. Gregg P. was the BEST!
Outstanding work done. Great customer service. Gregg P. was the BEST!
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Great service and professionalism by the crew led by Lahens Lee-St Fleur for our project. Ian explained everything beforehand and service…
Great service and professionalism by the crew led by Lahens Lee-St Fleur for our project. Ian explained everything beforehand and service was delivered as promised.
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I had a failing foundation wall and Jeremiah T, Dion R, and Jaden R did fantastic work installing the intellebrace system in my basement….
I had a failing foundation wall and Jeremiah T, Dion R, and Jaden R did fantastic work installing the intellebrace system in my basement. There was a slight miscommunication prior to the crew arriving but Jeremiah found a solution quickly, avoiding any delays. I now have a sturdy, safe, and structurally sound foundation again! The guys finished on time, cleaned up very well and answered any questions I had. Great work! I would definitely recommend to anybody experiencing foundation problems.
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Josh A, Greg H, Justin S and Wyatt S were all really great and we love how our basement turned out! Thank you :]
Josh A, Greg H, Justin S and Wyatt S were all really great and we love how our basement turned out! Thank you :]
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We called Innovative Basement Authority to come and give us a quote for repairing some concerns we were having with our foundation. Jan…
We called Innovative Basement Authority to come and give us a quote for repairing some concerns we were having with our foundation. Jan Kottke came to our home and conducted a very thorough inspection of our foundation. He explained to us that the areas that we had concerns over were not a significant threat to the integrity of our home and that we did not need any repairs at this time. Jan then took the time to educate me as to what I should watch for to maintain our foundation and know when to call them back should the need arise. I highly recommend this company to anyone who has issues with their home or even concerned about possible issues they may have. They will address your issues and give you honest answers.
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Sinan was very professional during his visit with us while he described what it would cost and what the solution would be. He was very…
Sinan was very professional during his visit with us while he described what it would cost and what the solution would be. He was very honest and genuine about what problems he saw and offered solutions for them (like extending gutters away from the house and explaining how water could be getting in.) It did not make us feel pressured at all to get it done and actually helped us understand the scope of the problem. Overall it was a great experience!
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We had Josh A., Jason C., and Blake C. do beam stabilization and crawl space encapsulation last week. They were very friendly and answered…
We had Josh A., Jason C., and Blake C. do beam stabilization and crawl space encapsulation last week. They were very friendly and answered all our questions. Very easy to work with!!
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Have not had any work done by IBA yet but Patrick has been an absolute pleasure to work with. He was able to walk me through various…
Have not had any work done by IBA yet but Patrick has been an absolute pleasure to work with. He was able to walk me through various options and scenarios while answering my endless questions along the way. Highly recommend for anyone needing foundation work.
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Our project was done in a timely fashion. The people were respectful and easy to work with. I would recommend them highly!
Our project was done in a timely fashion. The people were respectful and easy to work with. I would recommend them highly!
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Foreman Adam Skillings and his crew of Brandon and Austin did a great job on a complicated problem of supporting and raising our sunken…
Foreman Adam Skillings and his crew of Brandon and Austin did a great job on a complicated problem of supporting and raising our sunken foundation. They showed up on time, kept us updated on their progress, responded quickly and professionally to some unexpected problems, finished on schedule and left a clean worksite. On top of that, they were nice guys and hard workers.
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Ben was very professional and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone.
Ben was very professional and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone.
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I’d work with Chad Hoppke anytime. He was beyond helpful. Full marks!
I’d work with Chad Hoppke anytime. He was beyond helpful. Full marks!
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Great experience, got a sump and full basement system installed. No water issues since
Great experience, got a sump and full basement system installed. No water issues since
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AJ was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority to anyone looking for…
AJ was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions. I would highly recommend Innovative Basement Authority to anyone looking for basement waterproofing projects.
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Brent Zeller was terrific. Explained services and pricing and worked with me to help the work fit my needs and budget.
Brent Zeller was terrific. Explained services and pricing and worked with me to help the work fit my needs and budget.
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We had a great experience with Innovative Basement Authority. A large crack appeared in the basement wall of our 1960s home. From the free…
We had a great experience with Innovative Basement Authority. A large crack appeared in the basement wall of our 1960s home. From the free inspection to the completion of the needed reinforcements, Innovative was professional, informative, and efficient. Wyatt gave us multiple quotes and options with thorough explanations of each. Nick S., Devon, and Josh showed up on time and finished the project earlier than we expected. They went straight to work and cleaned up well. I would recommend Innovative from start to finish for foundation issues!
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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!
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