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At Ohio Basement Authority we take pride in providing our customers with the best possible solutions for each and every basement and foundation problem. We have been recognized for our outstanding service with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, which we believe highlights our ability to help every customer.

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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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William and his crew did a great job with our basement waterproofing. They were very knowledgeable and professional. Recommended.

William and his crew did a great job with our basement waterproofing. They were very knowledgeable and professional. Recommended.

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The crew, Greg and Shawn did a great job working through some issues and problem solving. They communicated very well, explained what they …

The crew, Greg and Shawn did a great job working through some issues and problem solving. They communicated very well, explained what they needed to do, and were attentive to my questions and to the task at hand. I was very impressive with their professionalism and workmanship. Thanks Greg and Shawn for a great experience. Side note, Mikhail was a great salesman and I appreciate his help.

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Thank you to David Danku and Ohio Basement Authority for the exceptional work and service today on our basement. Very thorough inspection…

Thank you to David Danku and Ohio Basement Authority for the exceptional work and service today on our basement. Very thorough inspection and precise repairs completed by David whose glowing personality was the icing on the cake! Signed up for 3 more years for peace of mind and of course, it was very affordable to do so. Thank you and see you all for next year's inspection!

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The team that worked on my basement wall was fantastic. They answered all my questions, worked so hard d and got the job done in less than…

The team that worked on my basement wall was fantastic. They answered all my questions, worked so hard d and got the job done in less than two days. I was so impressed with their commitment and professionalism. Thank you Everett, Drake, John and Reagan!!

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I had a foundation repair 2 years ago. I had an annual follow up with Matthew Workman and he did an excellent job reviewing the home and…

I had a foundation repair 2 years ago. I had an annual follow up with Matthew Workman and he did an excellent job reviewing the home and measuring throughout the house to evaluate for any new movement to the floor and foundation and he was very knowledgeable.

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Chase literally eased my mind on the situation with my basement through a very informative visit. I can now feel confident in the work I'm…

Chase literally eased my mind on the situation with my basement through a very informative visit. I can now feel confident in the work I'm getting done to my home without hesitation. Thanks Chase. He also drove out an hour just to make sure I have what I need!

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Iran H, Chris M, and Zach K were great. They were fast and professional. I would use OBA again.

Iran H, Chris M, and Zach K were great. They were fast and professional. I would use OBA again.

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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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Arrived when expected, completed the work as expected, and cleaned up. Very courteous and professional team. They buttoned up all the air…

Arrived when expected, completed the work as expected, and cleaned up. Very courteous and professional team. They buttoned up all the air leaks in our crawlspace and insulated all around. Was a very satisfactory experience. Will contact them again if we wish to do more.

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We just had our crawl space encapsulated and this company did an outstanding job. Our first interaction was with Mark Vouis who had the…

We just had our crawl space encapsulated and this company did an outstanding job. Our first interaction was with Mark Vouis who had the unfortunate task of crawling around our hideous crawlspace to come up with the initial estimate. He was thorough, friendly, explained everything well, and was able to work out all the financing before his visit was over. Our installation was done in the same week by two equally thorough, friendly, professionals named Ivan and Davis. Not only did they give our crawl space a desperately needed makeover but they also noticed a duct pipe had come detached and just went ahead and fixed that for us as well. Ivan made sure he walked us through everything they did when they were finished, showing us before and after pictures he took along the way of the entire crawl space. They were also very friendly with our pug who, despite weighing all of 15lbs, has delusions of grandeur and tried to tell them off the entire time they were working. I would very highly recommend this company to anyone who needs work done on their basement!

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Chase is terrific. He explained everything thoroughly. Thank you Chase!

Chase is terrific. He explained everything thoroughly. Thank you Chase!

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Jayson Wright just completed the first annual maintenance on my OBA sump pump system and he did an excellent job. Jayson was very…

Jayson Wright just completed the first annual maintenance on my OBA sump pump system and he did an excellent job. Jayson was very professional, experienced and knowledgeable. He did a great job explaining my sump pump functioning and how to make sure everything was working properly. Jayson also identified a couple of other items, not related to my sump pump, that we can address that will improve the overall comfort and appearance of our lake house. Thanks for a great job Jayson!

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Richard, Donte, Joseph, and Keith did a fantastic job. Professional as the come and very easy to work with. 10/10

Richard, Donte, Joseph, and Keith did a fantastic job. Professional as the come and very easy to work with. 10/10

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Killer experience. My basement went from feeling like a cave in death trap to a safe sturdy place welcome for guests. Jokes aside, the…

Killer experience. My basement went from feeling like a cave in death trap to a safe sturdy place welcome for guests. Jokes aside, the work performed initially as well as the yearly tune up and inspections have been extremely satisfying. Just had my last inspection with Kyle where he exceeded all expectations and was very friendly the entire time. I fully recommend the company, and will be contacting them for future projects.

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Dave Syz, the inspector is very professional and compassionate. We have been in this house not even a year and having to deal with leaking…

Dave Syz, the inspector is very professional and compassionate. We have been in this house not even a year and having to deal with leaking into the walls of a beautifully finished basement, albeit a finishing scam, is a harrowing experience. Dave alleviated many concerns and answered every question I had, and some I didn't. He is an asset to his company and I look forward to finishing the job with these guys/gals.

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Ricky, Maurice and Jason did a good job with the basement and putting in the sump pump. They cleaned up after themselves. There was an…

Ricky, Maurice and Jason did a good job with the basement and putting in the sump pump. They cleaned up after themselves. There was an issue with the water line and they scheduled the appointment to have it fixed.

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Our tech Chris was great. Thorough, honest, and friendly. Would recommend him for sure

Our tech Chris was great. Thorough, honest, and friendly. Would recommend him for sure

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David danku came to service my sump pump great guy

David danku came to service my sump pump great guy

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Having encapsulation done to my crawlspace couldn’t have been a better experience! Great people ! Amazing work ! Thank you to Everett and…

Having encapsulation done to my crawlspace couldn’t have been a better experience! Great people ! Amazing work ! Thank you to Everett and his crew Russell , Iran , Ricky , Brandon. Also thank you Nick for making this possible ! Highly recommend this company hands down !

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    Why Homeowners Choose Ohio Basement Authority

    Since 2009, Ohio Basement Authority – A Groundworks Company – has specialized in helping homeowners have peace of mind knowing their homes are stable and dry. OBA is proud to have an established reputation for high-quality work and personalized service.

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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