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About Ohio Basement Authority

Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation, Concrete Lifting and Egress Window Repair Experts

History

In 2009, Doug Secrest saw a need for foundation repair and waterproofing services in Columbus, Ohio. With that mission in mind, he founded Ohio Basement Authority. Then, in 2019, OBA partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company. Within a year, OBA expanded its service coverage to Cincinnati. In 2024, OBA merged with The Basement Guys and Ohio Basement Systems to unite under one brand. Ohio Basement Authority is a 2024 winner of the Columbus Top Workplace Award, a recipient of the BBB Torch Award for Ethics, and is an A+ rated accredited business with the Better Business Bureau. Their commitment to quality service has led to thousands of happy homeowners across Ohio and Kentucky.



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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Dave, Tim and Tavion are the best crew for foundation work. Very professional and details oriented.

Dave, Tim and Tavion are the best crew for foundation work. Very professional and details oriented.

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Chase came to my home today spent five hours with me laser measured walls of house (I was invited to watch) explain problems with my…

Chase came to my home today spent five hours with me laser measured walls of house (I was invited to watch) explain problems with my foundation and walls,repairs needed, separate driveway lift warranty of jobs He is Extremely Thorough and Great Price compared to competitor companies which one co. Was going to repair wrong side of home.Free estimate. Thank You Chase! Carol

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Chase Clemens was very professional. He answered all my questions and took the time to explain what he was doing and even the equipment he…

Chase Clemens was very professional. He answered all my questions and took the time to explain what he was doing and even the equipment he was using. He also has to read these reviews aloud to his coworkers…as a treat. Enjoy buddy. A B C D E F G….H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y and Z now I've learned my ABC's next time won't you sing with me. Haha, I couldn't resist! 🙂

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Jacob did an excellent job explaining the problems that I was having in my crawl space. He was very detailed in how to fix all of these…

Jacob did an excellent job explaining the problems that I was having in my crawl space. He was very detailed in how to fix all of these issues. He completed a very thorough inspection and left no stone unturned. Overall very pleased with choosing Ohio Basement Authority!

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Hollis was very thorough and gave his briefing in a way I could understand. He was very knowledgeable and was always ready to answer…

Hollis was very thorough and gave his briefing in a way I could understand. He was very knowledgeable and was always ready to answer questions. Hollis was personable and polite. I highly recommend him!

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Dave, Tim and Tavion are the best crew you can have for foundation repair. They are trustworthy and very professional. They are very…

Dave, Tim and Tavion are the best crew you can have for foundation repair. They are trustworthy and very professional. They are very patient when I have so many questions about repair work and sometimes questions about general issues. Can't thank them enough

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Great experience with Maxwell. He was very informative, gave us all choices, prices, and very knowledgeable and friendly.

Great experience with Maxwell. He was very informative, gave us all choices, prices, and very knowledgeable and friendly.

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I needed repair on my driveway, Dan gave me a knowledgeable and informative estimate. Seth and Tyler came and performed the work. They were …

I needed repair on my driveway, Dan gave me a knowledgeable and informative estimate. Seth and Tyler came and performed the work. They were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. My the work was completed in a timely manner and exceeds my expectations.

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Arrived on time prior to explanation of project, professional / knowledgeable helpful. Felt much better after meeting with representative…

Arrived on time prior to explanation of project, professional / knowledgeable helpful. Felt much better after meeting with representative ( James ) as he explained everything from cause, process and flexibility of payment .

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Evan Mcgaughy went above and beyond with his inspection, very timely and professional. Wouldn’t want any one else to inspect, did such a…

Evan Mcgaughy went above and beyond with his inspection, very timely and professional. Wouldn’t want any one else to inspect, did such a great job.

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Had some serious structural issues with my crawl space. They sent William, Everette and Russel out and they were every bit as cool and…

Had some serious structural issues with my crawl space. They sent William, Everette and Russel out and they were every bit as cool and professional as you could hope for. Lots of good banter. Top notch guys and highly recommend their service.

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We would like to share our experience with Zeke Fowler who came to our home today (2/16/23) to provide a free estimate to repair our front…

We would like to share our experience with Zeke Fowler who came to our home today (2/16/23) to provide a free estimate to repair our front porch steps that are leaning by 1-1/4 inch. Although we haven't committed to the service and are still considering all our options, Zeke was was extremely professional, very thorough, trustworthy and a wealth of knowledge. He actually went above and beyond by getting to the root cause of the leaning and pointed out other areas that could be of concern. He was able to point out that our down spouts are not draining the rain water out to the street, thus causing water to pool and saturate the front yard where a large size dip has formed over a couple of decades. So, he not only provided the reasonable cost to perform the repairs but he also pointed out other areas of our property, specifically the sidewalks where there is some unevenness that has the potential for trip hazards. We are so thankful that Zeke was the person that Ohio Basement Authority sent to our home today, because we can't imagine anyone else with more expert knowledge than him. If you are a homeowner in need of their services, we highly recommend Zeke to be the person you could request. Thanks again.

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From estimate to completion, Tyler and Curtis were extremely informative and professional. Tyler was very thorough in explaining the…

From estimate to completion, Tyler and Curtis were extremely informative and professional. Tyler was very thorough in explaining the process and assisting with the financing to get us started and Curtis and his team worked diligently to get the project completed, keeping us informed as to their progress at the end of each day. While this wasn’t something we expected or had planned for, we are grateful for Ohio Basement Authority’s work in addressing the problem by getting us scheduled quickly, stabilizing our house and providing us with a with a sense of relief going forward. We wouldn’t hesitate in referring Ohio Basement Authority to anyone with similar issues that need addressed.

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Richie was great – professional, knowledgeable, prompt, and personable. 10/10 would recommend

Richie was great – professional, knowledgeable, prompt, and personable. 10/10 would recommend

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Norbert was absolutely fantastic, he was incredibly thorough and took the time to answer every question I had. He was also very…

Norbert was absolutely fantastic, he was incredibly thorough and took the time to answer every question I had. He was also very informative and detailed in what work was going to be done and how. He brought tools to show me the moisture that was in my basement and just overall left a great impression. Absolutely would reccomend him to everyone.

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Started with Columbus set up. Thank you to sales (Jacob N.) & management(Jake Merrill)for getting the job process set up and job started &…

Started with Columbus set up. Thank you to sales (Jacob N.) & management(Jake Merrill)for getting the job process set up and job started & completed by crew from CincinnatI. (Eddy, Maurice & Jordan)

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First time using OBA for some basement work and the entire experience was top-notch. From the initial consultation with Matthew to the work …

First time using OBA for some basement work and the entire experience was top-notch. From the initial consultation with Matthew to the work being completed with Drake and Kevon, the process was well explained, quick, and professional. We will definitely consider them first if any additional basement work comes up!

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James was a great inspector! Very friendly and professional! He explained everything so I truly feel like I know what's wrong. Highly…

James was a great inspector! Very friendly and professional! He explained everything so I truly feel like I know what's wrong. Highly recommend! I feel comfortable now with my disaster of a basement with their lifetime warranty!! 🤙

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The most professional. A solid company with solid knowledge. They excel.

The most professional. A solid company with solid knowledge. They excel.

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Joe and his crew were fantastic! They came in and got the job done. Above and beyond! They even linked in back downspout in close vacinity …

Joe and his crew were fantastic! They came in and got the job done. Above and beyond! They even linked in back downspout in close vacinity to the discharge line. Looks great. Any questions I had were answered. They let me know when they were coming and finished in 2 days! I was impressed with this crew and company. Love this system so far, very quiet. Test is coming with the upcoming season and it is life time warranty! Cannot wait for phase 2 finishing to have dry and complete basement!

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Our Locations

Akron Office

429 Portage Blvd
Kent, OH 44240

Cincinnati Office

1270 Hillsmith Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45215

Cleveland Office

7950 Bavaria Rd.
Twinsburg, OH 44087

Columbus Office

2421 McGaw Rd.
Obetz, OH 43207

Dayton Office

70 Birch Alley, Suite 240
Beavercreek, OH, 45440

Dublin Office

5650 Blazer Memorial Pkwy, #124
Dublin, OH 43017