About Ohio Basement Authority
Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation, Concrete Lifting and Egress Window Repair Experts
History
Ohio Basement Authority, The Basement Guys, and Ohio Basement Systems have built a strong reputation for helping homeowners across Ohio and Kentucky. Together, they combine decades of experience with the resources of Groundworks, North America’s leading foundation repair and water management solutions company. Now, all OBA locations will operate under their new name, Groundworks. Their commitment to quality service has earned recognition, including the 2024 Columbus Top Workplace Award, the BBB Torch Award for Ethics, and Better Business Bureau accreditation.
Awards & Affiliations
Services We Provide
Ohio Basement Authority, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, basement finishing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and northern Kentucky. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Ohio Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
Proudly Serving Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton-Springfield, Lima, and Northern Kentucky
Cincinnati · Columbus · Cleveland · Akron · Dayton-Springfield · Lima · Northern Kentucky
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We decided to get are driveway lifted . The salesman Justin Addington walked us through the entire process he was amazing and very …
We decided to get are driveway lifted . The salesman Justin Addington walked us through the entire process he was amazing and very knowledgeable..
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Adam Apinis, came on time and did a fantastic job of inspecting my home and determining the location of the problem. He was very helpful to …
Adam Apinis, came on time and did a fantastic job of inspecting my home and determining the location of the problem. He was very helpful to find a solution.
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Martimiano, Alex and Angel did a great job installing a new sump pump with battery back up. They made sure to cover all the flooring…
Martimiano, Alex and Angel did a great job installing a new sump pump with battery back up. They made sure to cover all the flooring leading to the basement. Martimiano explained exactly what they were going to do. They completed the job in about 3 hours and cleaned everything up. They were very professional. I would definitely recommend OBA.
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Raised my concrete patio on house I recently purchased. Couldn't be more happy with the communication and service!!
Raised my concrete patio on house I recently purchased. Couldn't be more happy with the communication and service!!
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A very polite, professional person who gave me a quote.
A very polite, professional person who gave me a quote.
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chase was excellent—I really appreciate him coming out twice to confirm that my foundation was in serious disrepair.
chase was excellent—I really appreciate him coming out twice to confirm that my foundation was in serious disrepair.
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Vanessa was great! She was super helpful in coming up with a plan to get our basement fixed. I highly recommend her.
Vanessa was great! She was super helpful in coming up with a plan to get our basement fixed. I highly recommend her.
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I had a whole bunch of work (encapsulation, new sump pumps, new insulation, the works) done on my crawl space by Ohio Basement Authority…
I had a whole bunch of work (encapsulation, new sump pumps, new insulation, the works) done on my crawl space by Ohio Basement Authority (OBA) in June 2026. I had so much water in the crawl space that I am almost surprised that the city didn't tax me for having a pool. All the OBA guys that I interacted with were nice chill dudes. My initial meeting was with Everette and he provided a ton of information. It was a crash course in crawl spaces. The work was done later by William and his crew (Steven, Owen, Levi, and the other guys who I have unfortunately forgotten their names – sorry). The whole crew was all really friendly, kept me updated on what was going on, and answered my questions; as silly as those questions may have been. It's easy to overlook the crawl space, it's not exactly a place where folks spend a lot of time. But water where it's not supposed to be will be the ruin of a house. Call the OBA guys and get ahead of the game.
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Ohio Basement Authority did a great job with our basement. Damarion, Max, Rachel, and Arman were professional and knowledgeable. Damarion…
Ohio Basement Authority did a great job with our basement. Damarion, Max, Rachel, and Arman were professional and knowledgeable. Damarion is great with customers. He walked me through the project, gave me updates and ensured my satisfaction with the project. The house was cleaned up prior them leaving. It is peace of mind knowing your basement is protected.
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I am leaving a review regarding maintenance of the sump pump only, which was done today, April 3, 2026, by Dave. Dave did an excellent job …
I am leaving a review regarding maintenance of the sump pump only, which was done today, April 3, 2026, by Dave. Dave did an excellent job on the sump pump. He was very knowledgeable and conducted himself in a very professional manner. He shared some valuable information regarding operation and maintenance of the equipment, which he supported with before and after images/photographs. I am grateful for such a wonderful experience.
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Interior waterproofing project. I'm writing to highly commend supervisor Jake M. for stepping in to resolve a jam of a scheduling…
Interior waterproofing project. I'm writing to highly commend supervisor Jake M. for stepping in to resolve a jam of a scheduling situation inherited from his coworkers. Jake was true to his word, he resolved the original no-show by others in a timely way and listened. The second crew, led by Ivan, was efficient and professional in completing the job – no problems so far. I would give Jake & crew 5 stars. Outside of them, there were major lack of communication issues from other people at company that I hope get improved.
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Ohio Basement Authority did phenomenal work. Our inspector, David D was incredibly professional and obviously passionate about what he does….
Ohio Basement Authority did phenomenal work. Our inspector, David D was incredibly professional and obviously passionate about what he does. From start to finish he meticulously explained what was going on and how to fix it, all while easing concerns and answering any questions that we had. Our installation crew, Iran H, Chris H, and Zach K were awesome. They were professional, courteous, and weren’t invasive or disruptive in the slightest. I especially want to point out that these guys came out and worked in about a foot of snow and below freezing temperatures on both of the days that they were out. You’re not going to get that from the competition. If you want a sump pump system with proper drainage installed, and you want it installed right, OBA is the way to go.
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Had driveway and sidewalk leveled and cracks sealed. Ryan R and Brian K did a great job. They communicated throughout the project and…
Had driveway and sidewalk leveled and cracks sealed. Ryan R and Brian K did a great job. They communicated throughout the project and worked fast and professionally. Very happy with results.
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Ohio Basement Authority did a great job! They were friendly and helpful from the moment we contacted them until the job was finished. We…
Ohio Basement Authority did a great job! They were friendly and helpful from the moment we contacted them until the job was finished. We received a quote and explanation from Caleb that explained the project in detail. Caden and Serg did an excellent job on the repair work raising our porch and walkway. Thank you for a great job and experience.
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Steve forte did a great job on his inspection an dehumidifier service
Steve forte did a great job on his inspection an dehumidifier service
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After 30 years in our home, our foundation was in serious need of repair. Ohio Basement Authorities was selected to do the repair work…
After 30 years in our home, our foundation was in serious need of repair. Ohio Basement Authorities was selected to do the repair work needed to stabilize the home. They were very professional and quickly demonstrated that they had the expertise and equipment needed to effectively and efficiently get the job done. Very impressive was that a team of just 3 dug out a massive amount of dirt along the entire side of our house which then allowed them to install necessary materials to stabilize the foundation. Additionally, these 3 completed all needed work in less than a day and a half! Big shout out to Elijah, Robert and Isaiah W. from the Ohio Basement Authorities Branch in Cincinnati Ohio. I highly recommend them to anyone needing foundation repair.
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I felt like I understood everything Travis told me. If I didn't, he could explain it in a different way.Seeing what he was talking about…
I felt like I understood everything Travis told me. If I didn't, he could explain it in a different way.Seeing what he was talking about on the computer screen was extremely helpful.Thank you very much.I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
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I have had several jobs done by this company. When they say that customer satisfaction is their priority, they mean it. The first job was a …
I have had several jobs done by this company. When they say that customer satisfaction is their priority, they mean it. The first job was a waterproofing for my basement, which has worked flawlessly thus far after nearly 4 years. The most recent job is much more complicated. I got a battery backup sump pump and crawl space encapsulation. It was actually fairly poorly done, and there was a flood in my basement a couple of days later, ironically, as well as a lot of water damage in my laundry room amongst a few other things. I reached out to them about it and spoke with Field Supervisor Levi, and GM Joe Manion, who are both spectacular men to interact with in a situation like this. They were both kind and understanding of the difficult time I was having. They not only fixed the issues the last crew didn't complete or didn't do well, but they also made up for it by offering either a discount on my job or the option of additional work done. I chose to get some additional work done as I needed it anyway, and the experience was as fantastic as I am used to from this company. The crew they sent out to do my basement egress window were superb, and the foreman was more than accommodating and polite the entire time. I really wish I could remember the foreman's name. You can tell he really cares about his crew, his customer, and is very skilled at his job. Overall, I am very happy with not only the quality of work out of this company, but also the lengths they will go to make things right for a customer. I will absolutely use them again if I ever need any more work that they provide!
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I have called upon Ohio Basement Authority not only for my clients' needs, but also for my personal. They helped me keep 2 different deals …
I have called upon Ohio Basement Authority not only for my clients' needs, but also for my personal. They helped me keep 2 different deals together with their professionalism and ability to complete a job in crunch time. I will be using them for every basement job! Jimmy is absolutely amazing.
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Very professional and thorough. Was respectful of my time.
Very professional and thorough. Was respectful of my time.
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Our Locations
429 Portage Blvd
Kent, OH 44240
1270 Hillsmith Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45215
7950 Bavaria Rd.
Twinsburg, OH 44087
2421 McGaw Rd.
Obetz, OH 43207
70 Birch Alley, Suite 240
Beavercreek, OH, 45440
5650 Blazer Memorial Pkwy, #124
Dublin, OH 43017