About Ohio Basement Authority
Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation, Concrete Lifting and Egress Window Repair Experts
History
In 2009, Doug Seacrest 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 their service coverage to Cincinnati. In 2024, OBA merged with The Basement Guys and Ohio Basements 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.
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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I worked with Scott Phillips and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this gentleman. He was very courteous, and spent extra time…
I worked with Scott Phillips and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this gentleman. He was very courteous, and spent extra time explaining this process to me. He was so detailed and made sure that I completely understood the process. He called the Engineer so I could ask him questions as well! I am completely comfortable with my choice of Ohio Basement Systems!! Thank you Scott for all of your help!!!
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Mikhail was amazing during our inspection. He was very informative, honest and helpful!
Mikhail was amazing during our inspection. He was very informative, honest and helpful!
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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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Annual maintenance service, great service, very knowledgeable.
Annual maintenance service, great service, very knowledgeable.
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5 star review for Dan! Dan as an inspector came out to our house and had a genuine interest in our home, the problem we were having and…
5 star review for Dan! Dan as an inspector came out to our house and had a genuine interest in our home, the problem we were having and thoroughly explained his background experience and cared for us. Dan did not even mention a sale price to us once during our inspection. I felt he trusted and comfortable with our experience with OBA because of our experience with Dan. Will be giving them a call in the future for our Basement repair needs.
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Did not have work performed, but Chase provided an honest estimate and did not do any high pressure sales. If I move forward in the job I'm …
Did not have work performed, but Chase provided an honest estimate and did not do any high pressure sales. If I move forward in the job I'm looking forward to working with the team.
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Hired OBA to repair and lift a concrete patio that had sunken about 2 inches in one corner. Kyle and Josh did a great job. Courteous,…
Hired OBA to repair and lift a concrete patio that had sunken about 2 inches in one corner. Kyle and Josh did a great job. Courteous, professional, and on time. Job completed in less than 2 hours and my porch now looks good as new. Thank you for the awesome work!
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Everett arrived promptly. Informative and patient.
Everett arrived promptly. Informative and patient.
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Fantastic Service. Basement Authority installed 3 Geo-Lock supports in the basement to shore up a bowed wall. Very pleased with the work …
Fantastic Service. Basement Authority installed 3 Geo-Lock supports in the basement to shore up a bowed wall. Very pleased with the work preformed and the crew of Zach, Mike and Milton were wonderful. Very conscientious workers who went out of their way to avoid tracking dirt into the house.
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We recently had the pleasure of meeting Justin B from OBA for our waterproofing basement and foundation repair project, and I cannot…
We recently had the pleasure of meeting Justin B from OBA for our waterproofing basement and foundation repair project, and I cannot recommend him enough! From the moment Justin B arrived, he brought a warm friendly energy that instantly made us feel at ease! His knowledge of both Italian and Jamaican cultures added a charm to our conversation and it felt like chatting with an old friend rather than a representative trying to make a SALE! He took the time to thoroughly explain the estimates & what needed to be done, ensuring we understood every aspect of the process! We truly appreciated how patient he was answering all our questions and making sure we felt comfortable with our choices! What stood out the most was Justin's passion for what he does & the company he partly owns! He was genuinely invested in helping us find the RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR OUR HOME,which really inspires confidence in the work OBA offers! If you're looking for someone who combines expertise with a personal touch, Justin B. Is definitely your guy! Thank you Justin B. For making this experience so positive for our family! Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Elizabeth Chipman of Florence KY
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Dave was a pleasure to work with. He was timely, honest, and took the time to hear my concerns and ensure he found the root of the problem. …
Dave was a pleasure to work with. He was timely, honest, and took the time to hear my concerns and ensure he found the root of the problem. I’d recommend Ohio Basement Authority to anyone based on my experience with Dave!
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We got an inspection from the company that turned out to have found no issues with our basement. Max walked around our house to inspect…
We got an inspection from the company that turned out to have found no issues with our basement. Max walked around our house to inspect issues. The process was professional and ontime.
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Max, and Chelsea, from Cincinnati office assist us today and couldn’t have been more professional or helpful. Super knowledgeable and…
Max, and Chelsea, from Cincinnati office assist us today and couldn’t have been more professional or helpful. Super knowledgeable and friendly.
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OBA has a great team working for them. Irah H and Chris M did our work. They were very professional and efficient. We are very happy with…
OBA has a great team working for them. Irah H and Chris M did our work. They were very professional and efficient. We are very happy with their work. Installation of sump pump and new drainage system underground.
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Wilson and his team were awesome and professional! Fantastic communication throughout the process and would definitely recommend and use…
Wilson and his team were awesome and professional! Fantastic communication throughout the process and would definitely recommend and use them again on any of our investment properties! 🙏
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Richard, Deonte, and Javaun did an amazing job. They stayed late, and worked really hard every minute they were here. They constantly…
Richard, Deonte, and Javaun did an amazing job. They stayed late, and worked really hard every minute they were here. They constantly communicated what they were doing and proceeded with care as if it was their own home. We are extremely satisfied with their work. Great group of guys and would recommend them to anyone!!!!! Our garage could have collapsed at any minute and they were so careful to make sure they and my family were both safe.
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David was on time and thorough in his inspection of our house, explaining the issues he found and the options to solve the issue
David was on time and thorough in his inspection of our house, explaining the issues he found and the options to solve the issue
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Francis Purcell and his crew came out and saved our house, we had water damage, mold and drainage issues. they took care of all of this in…
Francis Purcell and his crew came out and saved our house, we had water damage, mold and drainage issues. they took care of all of this in about two weeks without barely coming in our house at all. very friendly and professional. i appreciated their time and kindness to our family.
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Hollis was the best. He took the time to explain everything and answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend this company and…
Hollis was the best. He took the time to explain everything and answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend this company and Hollis to anyone looking to get their concrete lifted.
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Eric was very knowledgeable and helpful explaining the process of getting the basement fixed.
Eric was very knowledgeable and helpful explaining the process of getting the basement fixed.
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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