Ohio Basement Authority

Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Wells and Pumps,

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

15 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

4.6450 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 26-50 of 450 reviews

WilliamJ C.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair, excavators, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 2 more
Excellent job. Came back quickly to resolve a leak issue!
Description of Work: N/A

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
$22,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank [Member Information Removed] for providing this stellar rating! We appreciate [Member Information Removed] taking the time to rate your experience [Member Information Removed] us. - Ohio Basement Systems

Joshua A.
06/2021
3.0
concrete repair, foundation repair
  + 0 more
After financing was approved, they failed to schedule work for over 4 months… when they finally got me on the schedule, they did about 2/3 of the work requested, eventually forcing a separate contract for the remaining work, because they submitted the half-done job to the financing company as complete… The work is quality, but the business practice and sales/service decisions are severely lacking…
Description of Work: Replace post jacks and level home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0

$14,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We apologize for the issues that occurred. We take our customers' experience very seriously and with your feedback, we are able to learn more from our customers. We have brought your comments to our management team's attention for their review. - Ohio Basement Systems

John P.
06/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 1 more
It went great from Matt the sales men to Brett and his crew and Sean Z. And his crew they all were great professionals.They went over everything and always made sure to ask me if everything looked great which it always did they did a wonderful job
Description of Work: I had crawlspace encapsulation exterior waterproofing and intelijacks installed and dehumidifier

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
$20,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an awesome review, NAME. We always strive to deliver great experiences consistently and we appreciate your feedback! - Ohio Basement Systems

Tracy R.
06/2021
4.0
concrete repair, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Work went well. Not sure if it was engineered correctly. Didn't lift the floor as planned.
Description of Work: basemen jacks to raise kitchen floor

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
1.0

$3,500

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you for giving us this feedback and for taking the time to write this review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Kim C.
02/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Went smoothly Crew were friendly and efficient
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

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
$10,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi, thanks for leaving us such a great review. Our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your kind words! - Ohio Basement Systems

Natasha B.
02/2021
4.0
concrete repair, electrician, basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 3 more
Very well only minor complaint is that they could've been more tidy. The guys tracked mud all over my carpet and entryway, some cement specs were dropped randomly in the driveway. Otherwise it was a timely job and I appreciate the urgency.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,043

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
We appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience. We are truly sorry for the issues that occurred with clean-up after the project was complete. With this feedback, we can inform and educate our team/s moving forward. - Ohio Basement Systems

Gene G.
02/2021
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Job was on a. 100+ year old building. There were many challenges. The Team’s Attitude was beyond any expectation. When faced with challenges the Team simply said “OK” and got the job completed. The Thomas Brown Team should be listed as an Asset of Ohio Basement Systems!
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

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
$10,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi, thanks for leaving us such a great review. Our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your kind words! - Ohio Basement Systems

Greg G.
02/2021
4.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Have slight minor issue which they are taking care of I’m very happy with the response
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out of your day to leave us a 5-Star review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Tina C.
02/2021
1.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 1 more
The professionals at OBS left the foundation of my house unaligned and caused significant exterior damage. When called out on the backhoe-shaped hole they left in my house--"we wrote that you'd fix that." Literally call ANYONE else for your home repair...your house will thank you.
Description of Work: Foundation wall replacement and waterproofing

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

$50,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We strive to give our customers the best experience and take your concerns seriously. We have brought your comments to our management team's attention and our General Manager will reach out to you. - Ohio Basement Systems

Jonathan S.
12/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Really nice people, straight forward, educational, reasonably priced, good guarantee. They spent a fair bit of time educating me of what was to be done. The crew doing the work ( Brian, Matt, Steve, and Joe T. ) made quick work of a large job, putting in 110%, while being very friendly and professional throughout. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Description of Work: waterproof 1/2 basement + sump pumps
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Wow! Thank you so much for this stellar review. We're glad our team was able to show you a 5-star experience and we appreciate your kind words. We'll be sure to share with each team member! – Ohio Basement Systems

Cheryl M.
11/2020
5.0
concrete repair, excavators, basement waterproofing, air duct cleaning, wells, drain cleaning, mudjacking, foundation repair, basement remodeling
  + 7 more
There were hiccups d/t my lack of knowledge base of the install. But, Larry & his 2 teams knew what they were doing under his supervision. He continually addressed all my concerns during the process. He was EXCELLENT in making me understand the hows/whys, & when he couldn't he made sure to contact his immediate supervisor to speak to me & help me understand the process. Also, the team was a day early per scheduling confusion, so we had not moved some items away from the wall or dismantled the built in cabinets & pantry shelves. Larry & his team took care of that right away & hauled away all the debris!!! Thanks Larry! Our sales rep was excellent, Kevin Townsend. After the completion of the project, we had heavy rain storm outages which prompted our battery backup pump to kick in & make beeping noises. I was super concerned because again I didn't understand the pump system well. I called Kevin (literally frantic) & he was a calm in the storm. He directed me to the service fella named Rick. Rick PROMPTLY came to the house, got things under control & explained how to reset the battery & it's operations...very clear & understandable with NO RUSHING so I got it. After having several super downpours, and neighbors flooding/businesses flooding/yards flooding etc, WE REMAINED DRY!! Our project was done in July 2020. It is now November2020. I hesitated to do a review mainly because our house had been "waterproofed" by another company (big name company) & we still got flooded. We lost about $24,000 in antiques/furniture/furnace/hotwater tank/appliances & more because of that. After going through the heavy rains & knowing our basement stays COMPLETELY dry, after having been flooded 2x in the past, I have to say I highly recommend Ohio Basement Systems. I have already recommended to many others in our area. Knowing that this system is guaranteed for life & transferable is such a relief. It's only been 4months since the project & I am confident we are okay now & don't have to worry about flooding again. A BIG thank you to Kevin Townsend, Larry & his teams & Rick for their patience & great work ethic! When people say good customer service is a thing of the past, I now tell them well you have not dealt with OBS then!!
Description of Work: We had the entire perimeter of basement walls dugout, drains put in, concrete filled, sheeting on walls, 6 huge industrial type steel beams installed (on shelved wall), new sump pumps with one being a battery backup.

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
$19,000

Judith G.
10/2020
5.0
air duct cleaning, mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 1 more
They have completed the job, however they still need to come back twice a year to adjust and raise more as you have to do this little by little so that the walls do not crack. The workers were on time and very professional and explained everything they did.
Description of Work: They raised my 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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We take tremendous care to provide the highest level of service possible during every project. - Ohio Basement Systems

Shlana S.
10/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
The craftsmanship was superior and the workers were the consumate professionals.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello! We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Robert S.
10/2020
5.0
mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Excellent. Fojndation secured and porch floor now slopes forward.
Description of Work: Foundation repair and poly fill slab jacking

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you for this awesome review. We appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience with us. - Ohio Basement Systems

Nicole P.
09/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
Omg!!! The installers were awesome!!! Their names were Larry and Jeff. They were on time and very professional!!! They covered everything from top to bottom to protect my furniture and wet bar area. They also worked Quickly and neatly. They answered all of my questions (as I had many) and they cleaned up very well once they were done. Overall, the experience went very well. Hopefully the pump will workout for us as well as the installment and even the salesman James did!!! Awesome job Ohio basement systems !!!!
Description of Work: I had a sump pump installed

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you for providing this feedback. We always love to hear from satisfied customers about their experience. - Ohio Basement Systems

Sarah H.
08/2020
1.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
I called Ohio Basement Systems and scheduled an estimate for a new sump pump and back-up sump pump to be installed in my home. A representative came to my house on Friday June 5th, 2020 at 5:00pm to look at my sump pump and give me an estimate on the installation of a new one. He gave me a price of $1,554.00 to install a new main pump, a battery back-up pump system, and a check valve. I accepted the estimate and we sat in my dining room, reviewed, and signed a contract on his tablet, and I paid a $300.00 deposit on my credit card to get the work scheduled and done. The representative had a receipt emailed to me and I confirmed that I had received it before he left, he never sent me a copy of the contract with the receipt. He informed me that someone from the company would call me on Monday June 8th, 2020 to schedule the date the Tech would come out and perform the actual work. I patiently waited Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and didn’t hear from anyone at all. I called Ohio Basement Systems on Thursday June 11th 2020 and was told that there was no contract under my information and that it was deleted. The woman on the phone told me she would call me back by the end of the day (Thursday June 11, 2020), and if not by the end of the day it would be first thing in the morning the next day (Friday June 12, 2020). She told me that she had to contact their IT department to retrieve the missing file (my contract) that had apparently been deleted because she could not find it or pull it up in the system. Thursday evening came and went, Friday came and went, the weekend and Monday came and went and I heard absolutely nothing from anyone at Ohio Basement Systems on the progress of finding my contract or update me on any progress they had made in rectifying the situation, yet my credit card was fully charged and processed for the $300.00 deposit. I called on Tuesday June 16th, 2020 at 7:30am and was told by the operator on the phone that the office was not open and that someone would have to call me back. I requested to speak with a manager or the owner about my misplaced contract and lack of response from the company regarding correcting the problem. She advised me she wrote a note with the information exactly as I had stated and someone would call me back, I have not heard anything since. They have not performed any work at my house, nor have they tried to rectify their mistake or even call me to assure me they are working to rectify the problem at all. This company has very poor communication and customer service. After not hearing from them at all on Tuesday June 16th, 2020, after calling for the second time, about the work I signed a contract to have them perform, I contacted my credit card to dispute the $300.00 charge and my credit card company reversed the charges immediately and reached out to the company about the situation/dispute. I never heard back from Ohio Basement Systems again and my credit card officially closed the case on August 1st, 2020 after they received absolutely no response from Ohio Basement Systems regarding the dispute or charge and permanently refunded my money. Thank goodness I paid with a credit card or I would have lost the money completely. This company’s customer service is downright unacceptable, I highly suggest and encourage everyone to research and go elsewhere with your business.
Description of Work: Replacement Sump Pump and Back up Pump with Battery

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

$1,554

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We apologize for the issues that occured on our end and our lack of communcation. We have brought your comments to our management team's attention and someone will reach out to you. - Ohio Basement Systems

Bruce G.
07/2020
5.0
concrete repair, electrician, basement waterproofing, drain pipe, mudjacking
  + 3 more
Very well. Crew was excellant during and after. Would hire again for my basement needs.
Description of Work: basement wall waterproofed with 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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Awesome! Thank you for leaving us this review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Douglas H.
07/2020
1.0
air duct cleaning
  + -1 more
Never followed through with a proposal.
Description of Work: Foundation repair. Basement windows replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We strive to give our customers to the best experience and take this seriously. We have brought your comments to our management team's attention and someone will reach out to you. - Ohio Basement Systems

Richard K.
06/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
Excellent job! Craig, Nick and Steve did an efficient and professional job. They were very patient and helpful in explaining all aspects of the job they were performing.
Description of Work: French drain and partial basement waterproofing

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Thank you very much for your feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you've had a great experience with our team. - Ohio Basement Systems

M P.
05/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were very responsive and professional with the estimate.
Description of Work: Leaky basement.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
We're glad our team was able to show you a great experience and we appreciate your kind words. -Ohio Basement Systems

BARBARA R.
05/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I would like to recommend them to others. They were on time and finish in three days.
Description of Work: foundation repair and water proof the basement
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! We're glad our team was able to show you an awesome experience and appreciate your review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Roberta J.
03/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, foundation repair
  + 1 more
Everything went well. The crew did a good job and the basement is finally dry. I also had work done in an elevator pit in a commercial building and, in spite of unexpected issues, they stuck with the job to finish in one day as promised. I recommend this company. They were professional and reliable, although they book appointments three month's out, it was worth the wait.
Description of Work: Foundation Repair, waterproofing, sump pump installation & wall stabilization.

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hello! We're glad you had a great experience and appreciate your review. - Ohio Basement Systems

Stacy S.
03/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells
  + 0 more
They were fantastic! From the very nice salesman to the awesome instillation technicians!! The guys were very personable and answered any question I had. Even made sure to constantly pet/pay attention to my two dogs as they walked in and out. Would highly recommend!!
Description of Work: waterproofing basement & new sump pump
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Wow! Thank you so much for this stellar review. We're glad our team was able to show you a 5-star experience and we appreciate your kind words. - Ohio Basement Systems

Sandy B.
03/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
they are so professional and did a great job. There employees are also very professional. They cleaned up all messes. Couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: basement waterproofing and crawl space insulation

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Thank you so much for this stellar review. We're glad our team was able to show you a 5-star experience. - Ohio Basement Systems

Ryan S.
02/2020
5.0
concrete repair, basement waterproofing, wells
  + 1 more
This company is awesome...from Mike Roberts (sales) to James, Lavael and Clarence that did the work in the basement. They all were on time, professional and willing to go the extra mile to do the best job possible. I can't thank them enough for the great job!
Description of Work: Basement waterproofing

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

Response from Ohio Basement Authority
Hi! Thank you so much for taking the time to share about your experience with us! We always love to hear from satisfied customers. Please let us know if you have future projects we can lend a hand with. - Ohio Basement Systems


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

Licensed*

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

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*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