Franklin County, OH's Advanced Foundation Repair & Basement Waterproofing

It has been three years since a homeowner moved into his house in Pickerington, OH. Over time, he has noticed stair-step cracking and bowing in one of his foundation walls getting worse.

These are common signs of wall failure which may be caused by hydrostatic pressure, or pressure constantly exerted on the wall by exterior soil. These problems will only get worse if left untreated.

Hoping to find a permanent solution, the homeowner contacted Ohio Basement Authority. One of our expert crews installed seven heavy-duty Carbon Fiber wall supports on the problematic south foundation wall. These sturdy supports will permanently reinforce the wall and prevent any further cracking or inward bowing.

The homeowner is pleased this installation will keep his house stable for many years to come.

Homeowners in Reynoldsburg, OH, have lived in their house since it was built 28 years ago. They plan to sell the home, but want to ensure it will be valuable and structurally stable for future owners.

Even though they haven't experienced any water intrusion in the basement, there has been a horizontal crack in one of the foundation walls for several years.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews installed 6 Carbon Fiber wall supports on the south foundation wall. These heavy-duty supports meet the homeowners' goals because they permanently stabilize the foundation wall. They also prevent any further inward movement, and are protected by a lifetime transferable warranty.

The homeowners are pleased the house will be stable for many years to come.

Homeowners in Grove City, OH, have noticed their cracked and bowing foundation walls getting worse over the years. They were concerned with the structural stability, as well as resale value, of the home.

The owners contacted Ohio Basement Authority with the goal of permanently stabilizing these problematic foundation walls.

One of our expert crews installed 21 Carbon Fiber wall supports throughout the basement, as well as in the crawl space. This durable product will reinforce the foundation walls and prevent any further inward movement for the lifetime of the structure. They can also be concealed by paint or drywall.

The homeowners are pleased the house will now be structurally sound for many years to come.

A homeowner in Columbus, OH, is frequently in her crawl space and uses the area for storage. After noticing water leaking from the wall, she wanted to address the problem before it worsened.

Ohio Basement Authority installed the complete CrawlSeal Crawl Space Encapsulation System. First the CrawlDrain drainage system leading to a SafeDri Pro pump was installed. Drainage matting was then placed on the floor, and the entire crawl space was encapsulated with CrawlSeal liner. ExTremeBloc insulation panels were installed on the walls, replacing the failing fiberglass insulation. 

With all of these products, both the walls and floor are insulated. This energy-efficient solution allows the homeowner to fully utilize this now healthy and dry space.

He has lived in his house for many years, but it wasn't until recently that a homeowner in Reynoldsburg, OH, noticed water seeping into his basement during heavy rains.

He wanted to address this issue to prevent further water intrusion and damage, so he contacted Ohio Basement Authority.

Inspector Matt Wojciechowski completed a thorough inspection at the 30-year-old home, and found the water had been leaking through a long, vertical crack in one of the poured concrete foundation walls.

To correct this problem, one of our expert crews first repaired the vertical crack, then sealed it with a sturdy Carbon Fiber support that will also stabilize the wall. This wall support can be concealed by paint or drywall.

The homeowner is happy these installations will now help keep his basement dry so he won't have to worry about water intrusion during periods of heavy rain.

Homeowners in Westerville, OH, have lived in their house for 10 years, and they recently began to notice puddles of water in their basement during heavy rains. Once areas of drywall were removed, they discovered a few vertical cracks in one of the foundation walls.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews repaired the cracks and placed sturdy Carbon Fiber supports to seal and stabilize the area.

The homeowners are happy this installation will now help keep their basement dry.

After living in their house for six years, homeowners in Westerville, OH, began to notice water seeping through their foundation walls. After removing a section of the drywall, they discovered the source of the problem was a vertical crack in the wall.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews first repaired the cracks. Then it was sealed with a sturdy Carbon Fiber support that will also stabilize the wall. These wall supports can be concealed by paint or drywall.

The homeowners are pleased this installation will help keep their basement dry.

After living for 16 years in her Groveport, OH, house, a homeowner decided to put her house on the market. She knew the basement needed some work, but she wasn't sure how to go about correcting various issues.

She contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our inspectors pointed out the ongoing water intrusion was due to failing foundation walls.

One of our crews then installed sturdy foundation repair products. A total of 11 Carbon Fiber wall supports were installed on the cracking and bowing foundation walls, as well as a structural steel I-Beam. Both of these products will permanently stabilize the walls and prevent further cracking and inward bowing. The Carbon Fiber supports can also be concealed by paint or drywall.

The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing the house will be structurally stable for future owners for many years to come.

Homeowners in Groveport, OH, have lived in their house for several years, but mold has become a cause for concern in more recent years.

They use their crawl space and basement for storage. The presence of mold creates an unhealthy environment to store one's belongings, so the owners wanted to address this issue before it turned into a major health hazard.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our crews cleaned the problematic areas where mold appeared to be growing on the crawl space and basement walls. The crew also treated the affected areas for mold.

The homeowners may consider additional work for their crawl space and basement in the future, but they are now pleased their home will be a healthier environment

After living in their house for 18 years, homeowners in New Albany, OH, started to notice structural issues in their basement were getting worse. One of the foundation walls was showing signs of failure in the form of various cracks, and it appeared to be tilting inward.

The owners wanted to address these problems before any serious damage resulted. During their search for repairs, the owners found Ohio Basement Authority’s website. They were eager to contact us to learn more about how we could help them, as well as meet with one of our inspectors. Our inspector completed a thorough evaluation of the problematic wall, which also included measuring it for movement. The inspector then presented the owners with one type of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

One of our crews then permanently stabilized the wall with several Carbon Fiber supports. These durable supports firmly adhere to the wall to hold it in its current position, as well protect the wall from any further cracking or bowing.

The homeowners are pleased to now have a safe and stable living environment because of this trustworthy repair solution.

During the last two years of living in his Columbus, OH, house, a homeowner noticed bowing and cracking in his foundation walls getting worse.

Concerned with the home's structural integrity and safety, he contacted Ohio Basement Authority. One of our expert crews repaired the interior and exterior cracks, and installed a total of 11 Carbon Fiber wall supports on the problematic north and west foundation walls. These sturdy supports will permanently stabilize the walls, and prevent further cracking and inward movement.

The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing his home will now be a safe and stable living environment for many years to come.

During the last 10 years, a homeowner in Groveport has been monitoring cracking and other issues he’s noticed in his foundation walls. These are common signs of wall failure as homes age, but can lead to serious and costly safety hazards if neglected too long.

The 95-year-old home’s stone and poured concrete foundation walls presented a bit of a challenge, but Ohio Basement Authority met this head-on and was able to help the homeowner.

First, we applied a wire and parge coat to the problematic foundation walls. After wire mesh was added to the wall, a coat of plaster or mortar was then applied. This helps smooth out areas of rough stone, and prevents moisture penetration, as well. Several steel I-Beams were also installed on the walls to permanently stabilize them and prevent further cracking and movement.

The owner was pleased he chose us to complete this foundation repair project so his home will be more structurally sound for many years to come.

As a homeowner in Westerville, OH, prepared to sell his house, he knew he needed to address various repair projects. This included a section of one of the foundation walls that was starting to crack.

After speaking to his realtor, the owner was eager to contact Ohio Basement Authority for further guidance. He met with one of our inspectors who assessed the condition of the wall in question. Our inspector then suggested having one of our crews install one of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

We then stabilized this wall with Carbon Fiber supports. These heavy-duty supports firmly adhere to the wall to permanently stabilize it and protect it from any further cracking or inward bowing.

The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing this trustworthy repair has helped ensure the home’s resale value, as well as its structural stability for the next owner.

Homeowners in Westerville, OH, have lived in their house since it was built 25 years ago. In more recent years, they have noticed cracks in one of their foundation walls.

Concerned with the safety and resale value of their home, the owners contacted Ohio Basement Authority with the goal of permanently repairing these issues.

One of our expert crews installed four durable Carbon Fiber wall supports on the problematic foundation wall. These supports permanently reinforce the wall to prevent further cracking or bowing, and can be easily concealed with drywall or paint.

The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing this reliable repair solution has helped them create a safer living environment.

A homeowner moved into his Reynoldsburg, OH, house one year after it was built in the mid-1990s. In more recent years, he has noticed one of the foundation walls was beginning to develop various cracks.

Concerned with the structural integrity of his home, the owner contacted Ohio Basement Authority.

One of our expert crews installed six heavy-duty Carbon Fiber wall supports on the problematic foundation wall. These sturdy supports will permanently stabilize the wall where they are installed, and will prevent further cracking and inward bowing. They can also be easily concealed by drywall or paint.

The homeowner is pleased his foundation will now be stable for many more years to come.

Concerned with foundation wall failure and damage, homeowners in Dublin, OH, wanted to address the structural integrity of their house.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews completed a few foundation repair and reinforcement projects.

After the foundation was excavated down to the footers, the east and south foundation walls were pushed back to as plumb as possible. Exterior damp proofing was applied to the walls to prevent moisture intrusion, and the soil was backfilled and replaced.

Interior work included re-framing existing support beams, as well as installing additional steel I-Beams on these problematic foundation walls. These heavy-duty beams will reinforce the wall and prevent any further inward movement.

The homeowners are pleased their house will now be structurally sound for years to come.

Homeowners in Columbus, OH, have lived in their house for almost 40 years. During the last several years, they have been monitoring some of the home's foundation walls that were beginning to fail. Even after attempting various repairs themselves, such as patching the drywall, the problem was getting worse.

Concerned with the home's structural integrity, they contacted Ohio Basement Authority. One of our expert crews excavated the area outside the problematic foundation walls, digging down to the footer. From the inside, the walls were pushed back to as plumb as possible.

A total of 11 strong Carbon Fiber wall supports were also placed on these walls to additionally reinforce them and further prevent any cracking and bowing.

All interior and exterior cracks were filled, and exterior damp proofing was applied to the walls to prevent moisture from entering the basement. The soil was then replaced.

The homeowners are pleased their home will now be stable for many years!

Homeowners in Grove City, OH, noticed cracking in one of their foundation walls, and they were concerned this could affect the structural integrity of their house.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews installed two structural steel I-Beams to support the wall. These beams are covered by a lifetime transferable warranty, and will prevent any further inward movement and cracking as long as the house and foundation are standing.

Existing band board insulation was also removed, and spray foam insulation was installed in the band board area of the basement and crawl space.

The homeowners are happy to have a more structurally stable house.

She lived in her Columbus, OH, house for 27 years, but a homeowner wanted to sell the property. She wanted to be sure it would be structurally sound for future owners, and she knew she needed to address growing problems right away.

Over the years the homeowner noticed sloping floors, cracking walls and sticking doors, particularly in the southeast corner of the home. After consulting a structural engineer, she contacted Ohio Basement Authority to address these issues.

One of our inspectors agreed with the structural engineer's recommendations, and suggested the installation of Helical Piers and Push Piers. Eight Helical Piers were installed under new wooden posts to help support the back deck, and four push piers were installed under southeast corner of the home's foundation.

The homeowner hopes she will be able to sell the house, which is now structurally stable.

When homeowners in Hilliard, OH decided to finish the basement in the house they built in 1990, they knew waterproofing was the first step. They had never had serious water issues, except when a tree root grew through the downspout conductor line. This was replaced, but the homeowner was worried the same tree may have been causing more problems, or would in the future.

While there was no standing or running water, they did experience a lot of moisture in the basement. Because of this, the homeowners agreed to go with our inspector’s waterproofing recommendations.

The installation crew first added SafeDri to the existing sump pump system. SafeDri is a battery backup that continues to pump water out of the house even if the sump pump fails due to an electricity outage or any other reason.

They also attached FreezeGuard to the sump pump discharge line. This ensures that water can escape from the basement even if the pipe freezes or is blocked for any reason.

Then, they installed BasementGutter. This is an interior drainage system engineered to carry all water out of the basement without worry of it becoming clogged from soil under the floor. It has holes on all sides to collect water from any direction, and has a special flange on top which accepts water that may run down the walls.

Next, the crew placed CrawlSeal Liner around the crawl space and foundation walls. This will act as a moisture barrier that will allow the homeowners to finish the basement. It is made out of a thick material similar to a pool liner, and is designed to keep outside elements out of the basement.

Finally, a new polyethylene pipe was set up to ensure no more leaks will occur from conductor line damage.

Homeowners in Groveport, OH, noticed a couple areas of their foundation walls were cracking and bowing inward. They wanted to address these issues before they worsened, so they contacted Ohio Basement Authority.

One of our expert crews installed six steel I-Beams and four Carbon Fiber supports on the problematic foundation walls. Both of these strong products permanently stabilize the walls and prevent any further inward movement.

The homeowners are now pleased their house will be structurally sound for many years to come!

They have lived in their house for six years, but it wasn't until recently that homeowners in Reynoldsburg, OH, noticed issues with drainage on their property. They were not confident in the expensive options presented by another company, so they contacted Ohio Basement Authority after learning more about us on websites like Home Advisor.

We then installed new downspout conductor lines on the property. These exterior drain lines were buried underground and directed to drain water away from the home and out at the street. A FreezeGuard was also attached to the exterior sump pump discharge line to prevent flooding if the line would freeze or become blocked.

The homeowners are pleased to have an updated drainage system that will help keep water out of and away from the homes.

A homeowner in Columbus, OH, has lived in his house for seven years, and he recently began to notice the chimney was separating and leaning away from the house.

A leaning chimney is one of the more scary and dramatic signs of foundation settlement. Sometimes chimneys are built on foundations that are not connected to the rest of the home, making them even more at risk for settlement. 

The owner wanted to find a permanent solution to this problem, so he contacted Ohio Basement Authority. One of our expert crews installed three Push Piers underneath the chimney's foundation to lift it back into place and permanently stabilize it.

The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing the chimney and his home will be structurally stable for many years to come.

After living in their house for 13 years, homeowners in Groveport, OH, noticed issues with one of their foundation walls only beginning to worsen. A wall that spans the basement and adjacent crawl space was cracking, and there were various gaps between the block walls. These signs of foundation failure and settlement worried the homeowners, and they wanted to address these problems once and for all.

After learning about Ohio Basement Authority, the owners were eager to contact us to learn more about how we could help them. They met with one of our inspectors who evaluated the condition of the wall. Our inspector then recommended one type of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

One of our crews then installed several Push Piers underneath the problematic foundation wall by driving them deep into the soil. These heavy-duty, galvanized piers permanently stabilize the foundation and offer the best opportunity to lift it back to level.

The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing this reliable repair process has helped them create a safe and structurally sound living environment.

A homeowner in Groveport, OH, has lived in her house since it was built more than 40 years ago. It wasn’t until recently that she noticed a problem with the water line serving her home.

She wanted to make sure to address this problem as soon as possible, and she began to research repair companies online. She contacted Ohio Basement Authority after learning more about our company from resources like Home Advisor.

After meeting with one of our expert inspectors, the homeowner was eager for one of our crews to replace the broken line with newer, thicker and more reliable pipe.

The homeowner is happy to now have an updated and repaired water line.

After living in their house for three years, homeowners in Grove City, OH, were concerned with possible problems with the sewer line serving their house.

While researching repair options, the owners found information about Ohio Basement Authority on Home Advisor. They were then eager to contact us to learn more about how we could help them. They met with one of our inspectors who specializes in sewer and water line repairs, and he recommended completely replacing the sewer lateral outside the home.

One of our crews then carefully excavated a section of the property to gain access to the existing line, then they replaced the older pipe with stronger SDR 35 plastic sewer pipe.

The homeowners are pleased to have an updated and more reliable sewer line.

After living in their house in Columbus, OH, for a few months, homeowners discovered their sewer line was clogged by tree roots and clay.

Hoping to find and immediate and permanent solution, they contacted Ohio Basement Authority. One of our expert crews replaced the older sewer line with sturdy plastic pipe.

The homeowners are happy to have an updated and reliable sewer line.

Homeowners in Reynoldsburg, OH, are pleased to be repeat Ohio Basement Authority customers. They were impressed with the way we helped them address cracking foundation walls by installing a reliable foundation repair solution – several Carbon Fiber supports.

When they suspected problems with their sewer line, the homeowners did not hesitate to call on us again. One of our expert crews that specializes in sewer line repair replaced the entire sewer lateral outside the home.

After excavating the section of the property to gain access to the older sewer line, the crew replaced the older pipe with strong SDR 35 plastic sewer pipe.

The homeowners are happy to now have an updated and reliable sewer line.

After living in his house for 14 years, a homeowner in Westerville, OH, was preparing to sell the home. He noticed some soft spots in the floor that were out of level, and he was concerned this could impact the home’s safety and resale value.

The owner contacted Ohio Basement Authority after learning more about our structural repair services through our website.

We added a triple-sistered wooden girder next to the existing beam in the basement, then installed five IntelliJacks. These high-capacity, adjustable steel jack piers permanently stop settling and can raise the floor back to the proper level.

The owner is pleased these permanent solutions were installed to enhance the home’s structural integrity and resale value.

After living in their house for 14 years, homeowners in Hilliard, OH, noticed some structural issues were beginning to worsen over time. Along with various cracks in drywall, they had problems with opening and closing doors and windows. These are common signs of foundation settlement, and the homeowners wanted to address them before any serious damage resulted.

During their research into repair options, the owners came across Ohio Basement Authority’s website. They were eager to contact us to learn more about how we could help them. They met with one of our inspectors who evaluated the condition of the problematic foundation. Our inspector then presented the owners with one type of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

One of our crews then installed several Push Piers underneath the failing foundation walls. These heavy-duty, galvanized steel piers are driven deep into the soil to permanently stabilize the foundation and offer the best opportunity to lift it back to level.

The owners now have peace of mind knowing this trustworthy repair has helped them create a safer living environment.

After living in her house for 20 years, a homeowner in Westerville, OH, started to notice a problem on her home’s exterior. The chimney was beginning to pull away from the rest of the home. This is one of the more dramatic signs of foundation settlement that can be particularly alarming to homeowners.

The owner wanted to address this problem before serious damage resulted. After hearing about Ohio Basement Authority, the owner wanted to contact us for further guidance. She met with one of our inspectors who completed a thorough evaluation of the home and chimney. Our inspector then recommended the perfect foundation repair solution.

One of our crews then installed two Helical Piers underneath the settling chimney. These durable galvanized steel piers were mechanically driven down to competent soil and attached to heavy-duty foundation brackets on the home’s footing. These piers permanently stabilize the chimney, help prevent further settlement, and offer the best opportunity to lift the settling section back to level.

The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing this reliable repair solution has helped her create a safer living environment.

Upon moving into their house, homeowners in Hilliard, OH, noticed a couple of the foundation walls were cracking. This concerned the homeowners because they didn’t want to worry about the walls caving in.

They plan to live in the house for many years, so they wanted to address this issue as soon as possible. They contacted Ohio Basement Authority after learning more about our company through our website, and we installed one of our many trustworthy foundation repair products.

A total of 10 Carbon Fiber supports were placed on the problematic walls. These durable supports permanently stabilize the walls in their current positions. They also prevent any future cracking and inward bowing, and can easily be concealed with paint or drywall.

The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing their longtime home will be a safe and stable living environment.

After living in their house for many years, homeowners in Grove City, OH, noticed a couple structural issues were getting worse. Several areas of the foundation walls were cracking and also appeared to be tilting inward.

The owners wanted to have these problems fixed once and for all. During their research, the owners found information online about Ohio Basement Authority. Eager to learn more about how we could help them, the owners contacted us and met with one of our inspectors. After completing a thorough evaluation of the home and its foundation, our inspector suggested one type of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

One of our crews then permanently reinforced the walls with several Carbon Fiber supports. These heavy-duty supports firmly adhere to the walls to stabilize them in their current positions, as well as help prevent any further cracking or inward bowing.

The homeowners are pleased to now have a safe and stable forever home because of this trustworthy repair project.

Homeowners in Canal Winchester, OH, have lived in their house since it was built 17 years ago. Recently, however, they started to notice cracks and gaps on a few of the foundation walls, as well as the exterior brick on these walls. The homeowners were worried about the structural instability of these settling walls, and they wanted to have these issues remedied as soon as possible.

As they began to research how to best address these problems, the owners found information online about Ohio Basement Authority. They were eager to contact us to learn more about how we could help them. They met with one of our inspectors who completed a thorough evaluation of the problematic foundation walls. Our inspector then recommended one type of our many reliable foundation repair solutions.

One of our crews then installed several Push Piers underneath the foundation walls. These heavy-duty, galvanized steel piers are driven deep into the soil to permanently stabilize the foundation and offer the best opportunity to lift it back to level.

The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing this trustworthy solution has helped them create a safer living environment.

After living in her house for several years, a homeowner in Galloway, OH, noticed one of the foundation walls was cracking and bowing inward. These common signs of wall failure were growing worse over time, and she wanted to address these issues as soon as possible.

After consulting with a structural engineer, she contacted Ohio Basement Authority. We installed several structural steel I-Beams, one of our many foundation repair products, on the problematic foundation wall. These sturdy beams permanently stabilize the wall and prevent any further cracking and inward movement.

The homeowner was pleased this reliable product was installed so her home will be structurally sound for many years to come.

Mr. Tom Blaies wanted to make sure his home was structurally sound before selling it to longtime renters.

Dale L. Mickey, of DLM Engineering, performed a foundation inspection and found joint cracking and inward bowing along three walls. He recommended installing 14 4x13 Steel I Beams, and Ohio Basement Authority Inspector Jim Pierpoint concurred with the suggestion. He made sure the work was done for Mr. Blaies within one week. Now all the basement walls are supported, and the foundation has a lifetime transferable warranty.

While completing various home repairs, homeowners in Columbus, OH, wanted to address any foundation issues that may impact the home's structural integrity.

Upon removing the finished walls in the basement, they noticed the foundation walls were severely cracking and bowing inward. These are common signs of hydrostatic pressure, or pressure exerted on foundation walls by expanding exterior soils.

Hoping to find a permanent solution, the homeowners contacted Ohio Basement Authority. Along with repairing the wall cracks, one of our expert crews installed 14 structural steel I-Beams on the foundation walls, as well as three Carbon Fiber wall supports.

Both of these heavy-duty products will permanently stabilize the walls and prevent them from bowing inward any further. They are also covered by lifetime transferable warranties.

The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing the home will be structurally stable for many years to come.

Homeowners in Canal Winchester, OH, use their basement for storage, but they were concerned their belongings could be damaged by seeping water. Their existing sump pump also stopped working, and they wanted to upgrade their system.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews installed the trustworthy SafeDri sump pump to replace the older pump. BasementGutter was installed in the sub-floor, and LumaBright panels were installed to help waterproof and improve the appearance of the foundation walls.

An FreezeGuard was attached to the exterior sump pump discharge line, and a Basement Window Enclosure was installed outside the home.

The homeowners were happy to have these products installed to keep their whole basement dry for many years to come. 

After living in their house for 20 years, homeowners in Groveport, OH, recently began to notice problems with their exterior drainage system. The exterior sump pump discharge line connecting to the downspout conductor lines separated.

The homeowners were concerned water in the lines could end up back in the basement, so they contacted Ohio Basement Authority for assistance.

We replaced the failing downspout conductor lines with new, more durable lines. These lines were buried underground and directed to drain at the street. The homeowners now have peace of mind knowing their updated drainage system will keep water out of and away from their house.

After living in their house for several years, homeowners in Canal Winchester, OH, started to notice a problem in their basement. Water was leaking inside a few corners, which also had exterior downspouts in the same area.

They wanted to prevent flooding and other serious damage, so they started to research potential repairs. They contacted Ohio Basement Authority after finding information about our company online, and they were eager to meet with one of our inspectors. Our inspector evaluated the basement and the exterior drainage system, and he recommended beginning by repairing the latter.

One of our crews then installed newer, thicker, and more reliable pipes for the downspout conductor lines on the property. These lines were placed in the ground and directed to drain to the street side curb in front of the home.

The owners are pleased to have an updated exterior drainage system that will help keep their home dry.

Homeowners in Grove City, OH, have lived in their house for 14 years. Recently, however, they started to notice issues with their exterior drainage system and downspout conductor lines.

They began to research possible repairs, and they found Ohio Basement Authority’s website. The owners were then eager to meet with one of our inspectors. Our inspector took a look at the drain lines, and he recommended having one of our crews update the exterior drainage system.

New reliable downspout conductor lines were then installed. These lines were placed in the ground and directed far enough away from the home’s foundation.

The homeowners are pleased to have an updated exterior drainage system that will help keep their home dry.

She has lived in her house for 10 years, but during the last few years a homeowner in Grove City, OH, has noticed problems with her exterior drainage system. The downspouts were bubbling, and she tried to see if sump pump replacements would help solve anything. But the drainage pipes on the almost 40-year-old property were aging and failing.

She wasn’t sure how to address this issue until she talked to a trusted friend who was a satisfied Ohio Basement Authority customer. The homeowner eagerly contacted us, and we updated her home’s exterior drainage system by installing new downspout conductor lines.

These lines were buried underground and directed to drain at the street. The homeowner is now pleased to have an updated drainage system that will keep water out of and away from her house.

Homeowners in New Albany, OH, have lived in their house for almost five years. While their home has been dry and structurally sound, they have been thinking about adding a basement-level access point.

They contacted Ohio Basement Authority, and one of our expert crews installed a walk-out egress area in the northeast corner of the home.

The foundation was first excavated down to the basement level. Then the wall was cut and a door was installed on the exterior north foundation wall. Two retaining foundation walls were built, concrete pads were poured, and concrete steps were also installed.

The homeowners are pleased to now have an additional access point to their house, where they plan to live for many years. 

The owner of a newly built home in Westerville, OH, wanted to make sure the dwelling had proper utilities, including a water line and sewer line serving the house.

While searching for companies to complete this work, the owner found information about Ohio Basement Authority on Home Advisor. He was then motivated to contact us to learn more about how we could help him. He met with one of our inspectors who helped determine where the interior hookups would be located, as well as the paths of the new lines to connect to the city systems.

One of our crews then installed a new sewer line and a new water line on the property, and the owner is pleased to have these new, reliable systems serving his house.

After living in their house for two years, homeowners in Canal Winchester, OH, recently noticed a problem with the water line serving their home. The line appeared to have broken and needed to promptly be repaired.

The owners began to research who would be able to handle this type of repair, and they contacted Ohio Basement Authority after finding information about our company through online resources like Home Advisor. After they met with one of our inspectors, the owners were eager for one of our expert crews that specialize in water lines, to repair the damaged water supply line.

After carefully excavating the ground to gain access to the line, the crew then installed a newer, thicker and more reliable pipe.

The homeowners are pleased to now have an updated and repaired water line.

Upon purchasing a house in Galloway, OH, a homeowner wanted to make sure the main water line serving the property was properly functioning.

She contacted Ohio Basement Authority after learning more about our company through websites like Home Advisor. One of our inspectors found that the water line was broken.

We helped give the homeowner peace of mind by completely replacing the water line on her property.

After a homeowner in Hilliard, OH, noticed a water line break at his house along with a constantly running sump pump, he contacted Ohio Basement Authority for assistance. Our inspector was able to quickly visit the customer to assess the situation, and our crew repaired the water line shortly after that. The homeowner is happy to have a repaired water line.

After living in their house for three years, homeowners in Dublin, OH, began to remodel their basement. Not long after having drywall installed in the basement, the owners noticed water leaking from underneath. This greatly frustrated the homeowners, who were motivated to have this issue corrected before any serious damage resulted.

The owners found information about Ohio Basement Authority online, and they were eager to contact us for further guidance. They met with one of our inspectors who completed a thorough evaluation of the leaking basement. Our inspector then presented the owners with some of our reliable solutions that will keep the basement dry.

One of our crews then waterproofed the basement with BasementGutter and SafeDri, as well as an exterior FreezeGuard attachment and new downspout conductor lines.

BasementGutter was placed in the sub-floor to catch seeping water from the floor and walls. This water is then directed to drain to the SafeDri sump pump to be pumped out of the home. The SafeDri features two powerful pumps inside its liner, along with an external backup battery. A FreezeGuard was attached to the exterior sump pump discharge line, and this line was tied into one of the new downspout conductor lines installed on the property.

The owners can rest easier knowing these trustworthy repairs are protecting their home.

A homeowner in Grove City, OH, has lived in her house since it was built 15 years ago. She recently noticed water leaking by the waterline where it enters the house. She wanted to correct this problem as soon as possible before it caused damage to the home.

She contacted Ohio Basement Authority after seeing one of our company's TV advertisements, and we completed several waterproofing and foundation repair projects at her house.

A portion of the waterline was replaced, and several new downspout conductor lines were buried underground and directed to the street for exterior drainage. A new 1/3 hp Zoeller sump pump was also installed with a back-up battery to pump any water out of the basement.

Six Carbon Fiber wall supports were also installed on the south foundation wall to stabilize it and prevent any further cracking or inward bowing.

The homeowner was pleased these products were installed so her house will be a stable and dry living environment for many years to come.