History
Spouses Pat and Ricki Edwardson founded Basement Authority of West Virginia in 2003. Ricki has a long history in the industry, beginning her career in her father’s construction business and receiving a bachelor’s degree in engineering. In 2022, BAWV partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company, to strengthen their business and expand their presence in the community. BAWV is an A+ BBB accredited business with over 35 trained experts to assist the homeowner with any foundation repair, waterproofing, crawlspace, or concrete needs.
Awards & Affiliations
Services We Provide
Basement Authority of West Virginia (BAWV), A Groundworks Company, – specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across West Virginia. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, BAWV is here to restore your foundation or basement.
Areas We Service



Beckley, WV
With above-average rain and snow, homes in Beckley are at major risk for foundation damage. Basement Authority of West Virginia has plenty of solutions designed to provide long-term repair for your foundation.



Charleston, WV
Silty, clay soils in Charleston are at risk for swelling when exposed to precipitation. This puts your foundation out of line and causes damage around your home, but Basement Authority of West Virginia has industry-leading solutions that keep your foundation protected.



Clarksburg, WV
Clarksburg naturally experiences above-average amounts of rain and snow. It also contains clay and sandy loam soils. This combination can be detrimental to your foundation and causes structural problem signs. Basement Authority of West Virginia has world-class experience and solutions that protect your home from damage.



Parkersburg, WV
Parkersburg has humid summers, cold winters, and siltstone soil. These environmental factors don’t mix well and provide little support for your home’s foundation. Basement Authority of West Virginia can help.



West Virginia
Homeowners across the state of West Virginia can end up experiencing foundation problems, crawl space issues, sinking concrete, or leaking basements due to annual weather patterns. Learn more about how we can help protect your home.



Wheeling, WV
Wheeling’s soil and heavy rain do no favors for your home’s basement, crawl space, or exterior concrete slabs. Basement Authority of West Virginia has proven solutions to stop the problem permanently.
Ratings & Reviews
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Had my basement window well replaced by Bix after it started to cave in and fill with water after a storm. They were quick to come out and price it and got me scheduled quick as well. They came out on time and got the work done in a timely manner.…
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Austin Lee provided my yearly maintenance today. Prompt courteous service. This system has been a lifesaver.
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Bill Burgette and Andrew Lee were both very good at identifying and resolving the water getting into our house. I would recommend them to anyone and will definitely be using them in the future.
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Caesar Goodman was a delight and super informative in helping me make an informed decision on what to do with my ground floor. He answered all my questions and concerns effectively and patiently. Cesar is a great asset to Basement Authority‘s of…
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The inspector that was assigned to come and assess. Very friendly, finally got answers to my questions, took pictures showed pictures and the problem areas
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We just had an inspection from BAWV. Caesar Goodman was on time for our appointment. He listened to our concerns and did the inspection right away. He went over the proposal to fix our problem step by step. We were impressed with his knowledge…
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Caesar Goodman, the Field Inspector, arrived at my home on time. He was very friendly and professional. Easy to talk to, he explained my options in easy to understand terms. He described the process they would use to resolve my problem. He was very…
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Our experience with BA of WV was excellent. The contractor and project manager were thorough with the projections, planning and execution. We felt supported and heard throughout the duration of the process. We were pleased with all of the people who…
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Bill Burgette was knowledgeable and helpful with diagnosing my issues and helping me to form a plan.
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We had a new system put into the basement over the past two days. The team (Kenny, Juan, and Randall) were very professional. They were respectful, kind and answered all of our questions. They worked hard and it is appreciated. Looking forward…
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I had a neighbors main water supply line burst and flood my basement. It was devastating. I felt helpless. I of course began looking for solutions when I ran across this company. I called because they did free estimates and specialized in my…
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We had Caesar Goodman as our technician today. He was on time , professional and knowledgeable . I would certainly recommend this company especially for foundation inquiries.
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My wife and I met with Caesar Goodman of Basement Authority of WV to discuss a foundation issue. Mr. Goodman took the time to conduct a complete inspection and explained the exact process we would need to take for the repair. He was extremely…
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Foundation Lifting and floor leveling.
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I throughly enjoyed meeting Michael. He was able to explain my foundation issues and give me advice that I could understand. He allowed me to have my son in law listen to our conversation so he could ask any questions that were of concern to…
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Michael C was very knowledgeable and we feel confident entrusting our home to them.
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Bill Burgette was a great help and excellent at explaining not only what the problem is, but also what he could do to fix it, and was super willing to work with us on pricing as well. Highly recommend!
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Caesar Goodman was extremely helpful. He took his time to explain every option after a very thorough inspection of the areas in question. I would recommend Caesar and his company to anyone.
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William B. was our punctual representative. He gave us reminds as the date approached and was delightful to speak with when communicating. He gave our newer built home a thorough inspection and provided a detailed solution.
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Bill Burgette very nice and knowledgeable on repairs and explained the problems and solutions very well.
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