About Innovative Basement Authority
Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation, Concrete Lifting, and Structural Wall Repair Experts
History
Father-son team Ross and Keith Johnson started Innovative Basement Authority (IBA) in 2005. Keith led the growth of the business and expanded to multiple offices in Minnesota and North Dakota. In 2019, IBA partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company to invest more into their business and their employees. Innovative Basement Authority is an A+ rated accredited business with the BBB, a 2022 winner of the Minneapolis Top Workplaces award, and the 2023 Angi Super Service Award. Their reputation and history in the community has led to thousands of satisfied customers and repaired homes across the region.
Awards & Affiliations
Services We Provide
Innovative Basement Authority (IBA), A Groundworks Company, helps homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, and Wisconsin. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Innovative Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
Proudly Serving Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, Minneapolis, Sioux Falls and St. Cloud
Bismarck · Fargo · Grand Forks · Minot · Saint Cloud ·
Sioux Falls · Duluth · Minneapolis · Rochester
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Grant and Mark did an excellent job!
Grant and Mark did an excellent job!
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Dustin Gaudette came today to do our first year maintenance check on our sump pump system and he did an excellent job! He is very…
Dustin Gaudette came today to do our first year maintenance check on our sump pump system and he did an excellent job! He is very personable and kind. Enjoyed talking with him very much. He found an issue with our sump pump caused by a tree in our yard and helped us resolve the problem and fixed the sump pump. We would highly recommend him and this company. They provide an excellent service and huge peace of mind ! Thank you so very much Dustin! GREAT JOB!
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The company did a great job and solved our water problem. I'm glad to have had the crew of Julio, Luis, and Tommy as they cleaned up very…
The company did a great job and solved our water problem. I'm glad to have had the crew of Julio, Luis, and Tommy as they cleaned up very well.
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Reese and Joseph were very professional and we are pleased with the results. Detailed explanation of work performed, along with answering…
Reese and Joseph were very professional and we are pleased with the results. Detailed explanation of work performed, along with answering any questions I had. From the initial inspection with Nathan, to completed project, job well done! Joseph & Bobbi
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Gregg P. and Brandon S. did a great job. Everything turned out perfectly as I expected. Mike G
Gregg P. and Brandon S. did a great job. Everything turned out perfectly as I expected. Mike G
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David checked my sump pump, was on time and very experienced! Did a great job, and went through everything with me, Thank you David!
David checked my sump pump, was on time and very experienced! Did a great job, and went through everything with me, Thank you David!
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Adam Little came out on a Friday afternoon, stayed until well past business hours to provide us with a detailed explanation and quote….
Adam Little came out on a Friday afternoon, stayed until well past business hours to provide us with a detailed explanation and quote. Great first impression!
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Marc Benson and Brandon Strandmark came out to do our sidewalk. They explained every detail before the process and during. They invited…
Marc Benson and Brandon Strandmark came out to do our sidewalk. They explained every detail before the process and during. They invited us to come out at any time to ask questions, or take pictures. They were professional, kind, and did a fantastic job. I would HIGHLY recommend this procedure and company. In fact, I HAVE already recommended them!
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Very professional and knowledgeable. I appreciate the approach of helping to fully understand any concerns, options, and…
Very professional and knowledgeable. I appreciate the approach of helping to fully understand any concerns, options, and recommendations with expectation setting in a fact based and straight forward manner. My experience is they will offer what to do as well as provide input of what is not needed. I highly recommend Groundworks.
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Brandon VAnyo and Hoti worked on our home they were amazing workers.always on time and very pleasant and easy to understand what they where …
Brandon VAnyo and Hoti worked on our home they were amazing workers.always on time and very pleasant and easy to understand what they where doing to are foundation.We trusted them appreciate the work they did for usMike and Cheryl S Red Lake Falls Mn👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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Ben was amazing and very informative about everything he was doing and explaining everything.. Also set me up for the next project
Ben was amazing and very informative about everything he was doing and explaining everything.. Also set me up for the next project
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Even though they ended up 3 hours past the arrival window, they were quick and efficient to raise my patio. Overall the whole process was…
Even though they ended up 3 hours past the arrival window, they were quick and efficient to raise my patio. Overall the whole process was pretty easy.
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Did a good job waterproofing our basement and Lahens, especially, followed up with completing several details to ensure that everything was …
Did a good job waterproofing our basement and Lahens, especially, followed up with completing several details to ensure that everything was done properly. Thanks!
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Great company! Bryce Jacovetti was our tech and he was great, let me know all the measurements he was looking for before hand and then…
Great company! Bryce Jacovetti was our tech and he was great, let me know all the measurements he was looking for before hand and then showed me everything. Highly recommend!
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Wow! I feel like a new person because my house was saved by Innovative Basement Authority who fixed the flooding problem caused by rain…
Wow! I feel like a new person because my house was saved by Innovative Basement Authority who fixed the flooding problem caused by rain getting into my basement. From the first contact, I felt cared about. When all is said and done, the terrible daunting problem of rain flooding my basement is now gone and I have to pinch myself to be sure it's real. Yes, this is a great great trustworthy company that really are heros for saving houses.
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Michael was considerate, knowledgeable and thorough. I trusted his assessment and review.
Michael was considerate, knowledgeable and thorough. I trusted his assessment and review.
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Prompt service and attention to details. Very professional. Courtesy of the tech was super. We recommend these guys without question.
Prompt service and attention to details. Very professional. Courtesy of the tech was super. We recommend these guys without question.
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Our experience with Bryce was unparalleled; it was the finest service I have ever received from any company. He truly deserves a rating of…
Our experience with Bryce was unparalleled; it was the finest service I have ever received from any company. He truly deserves a rating of 10/5 stars, and that is an understatement. We requested a free consultation to address several concerns regarding our foundation. Bryce took the time to thoroughly review each issue, ultimately providing us with complete peace of mind. His knowledge was impressive, and he communicated everything in a clear and understandable manner. He further distinguished himself by educating us on the signs and areas of our home to monitor, even looking a decade to 25 years ahead. Additionally, he helped identify other potential concerns, demonstrating his diverse expertise. I find these efforts increasingly rare these days. Lastly, I greatly appreciate his commitment in advancing our knowledge and enabling self-sufficiency, preventing us from spending unnecessarily money on service work. This reflects his genuine character and the company's values. Unfortunately, such integrity seems to be diminishing in many industries, where companies often prioritize profit over trust. The level of service we received far exceeded our expectations for a free consultation. It is because of this exceptional experience that we will choose Innovative Basement Authority for any future work and will gladly refer our friends and family. Thank you, Bryce, for providing us with a comprehensive understanding and complete peace of mind!
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My concrete entrance to garage and house was shifting. It created a significant bump to get in the garage and a trip hazard to the house….
My concrete entrance to garage and house was shifting. It created a significant bump to get in the garage and a trip hazard to the house. To replace the driveway would have been a big hit financially. Groundworks was a great solution. They adressed the slabs and apron that were causing the issues. When they were done everything was level and the garage entrance was back to the slight bump that it was originally. The process was really cool to watch and the finished job was exactly what I was looking for. Great job. Thanks Marc and Brandon.
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Jake came over to do the inspection and was very thorough and professional. He explained what the problems were and gave us three levels of …
Jake came over to do the inspection and was very thorough and professional. He explained what the problems were and gave us three levels of corrective measures. There was absolute no pressure on which to chose. We were very confident his choices.Hunter and Paul came to do the work. He told us what the project would entail and kept us up to date each step of the way. He and Paul were very professional and patient as we asked questions. We had one question Regarding mold and discussed it with Hunter and Jake. Jake said he would be in Grand Forks for an inspection and would come over and take a look. He and Hunter agreed on what they could do.Hunter and Paul worked so hard. When they were done he walked us though everything they had done and why. They were great.
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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