ABS Foundation Services

What ABS Foundation Services does

ABS Foundation Services is a privately held, locally owned residential specialty contractor founded in 1991 and headquartered in Hilton, New York. The company delivers basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space encapsulation services to homeowners across Western New York, including the Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse metros. Owner Tim Case is personally involved in customer consultations, inspections, and project oversight, and the firm operates on a direct-to-consumer field-sales model driven by free in-home inspections, written estimates, and word-of-mouth referrals. The firm holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and is the northwestern New York authorized Premier Dealer for Basement Systems.

The company's core technology consists of proprietary products licensed from Basement Systems (WaterGuard interior drainage, SuperSump and TripleSafe sump pump systems, UltraSump battery backup, CleanSpace 20-mil crawl space vapor barrier, FlexiSpan wall crack repair, SaniDry and Santa-Fe dehumidifiers, ThermalDry modular flooring, and BrightWall and ZenWall paneling) and from Ideal Foundation Systems (earth-anchor wall plates and hot-dipped galvanized helical piles for permanent foundation stabilization). Additional structural solutions include Rhino Carbon Fiber bowed-wall supports. The product mix spans mechanical water management, structural stabilization, humidity/air-quality control, and basement finishing, with all warranties backed by Basement Systems and transferable to subsequent homeowners.

ABS generates revenue primarily through one-time project-based professional services and the installation of proprietary waterproofing and foundation products, with project sizes ranging from a few thousand to over $65,000 for financing-eligible jobs. The company facilitates customer financing through EnerBank USA (5-year and 10-year loans at 9.99%, plus 12-month same-as-cash), accepts major credit cards and ACH, and bundles products into integrated solution packages. Customer acquisition is local and relationship-driven: phone-based inquiries, a content website, an extensive testimonial base, and BBB accreditation. The firm has 11-50 employees, no external institutional investment, no subsidiaries, and operates exclusively within Western New York.

Name

ABS Foundation Services

Legal name

ABS Foundation Services, Inc.

Website

https://absfoundationservices.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ABS Foundation Services is a privately held, owner-operated residential contractor founded in 1991 in Hilton, New York, delivering basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space encapsulation services to homeowners in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, and the broader Western New York region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Foundation Repair and Basement Waterproofing Services

NAICS

Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors (23811), Drywall and Insulation Contractors (238310)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Foundation Crack Repair (Masonry/Concrete) (HSAGALAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Basement Framing, Insulation & Drywall (Build-Out) (HSAPACAB), Basement Ceiling Finishing (Drop, Drywall, Soundproofing) (HSAPACAE), Subfloor Systems & Underlayment (Backer board, Moisture barriers, Acoustic mats) (IMADAJAK)

Keywords

• Basement waterproofing
• Foundation repair
• Crawl space encapsulation
• Sump pump installation
• Basement finishing

Headquarters

HQ city

Hilton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Foundation and Basement Repair Services: One-time project-based professional services for foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, and related installation work. Revenue generated through direct customer payments for completed projects.
2. Waterproofing Products and Materials: Sale and installation of proprietary waterproofing products including sump pumps, drainage systems, wall panels, flooring, and dehumidifiers. Products are sold as part of complete solutions packages.
3. Financing Programs: Partnership with EnerBank USA to provide loan financing options to customers (5-year, 10-year loans, and 12-month same-as-cash). The company facilitates financing but revenue recognition is tied to completed project delivery.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

ABS Foundation Services is a residential foundation repair and basement waterproofing contractor serving Western New York homeowners from its Hilton, NY headquarters since 1991. The company installs and services proprietary products licensed from Basement Systems and Ideal Foundation Systems, including sump pump systems, interior drainage systems, foundation stabilization products, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidifiers, and basement finishing materials. All work is delivered through company-employed field crews performing in-home installations.

Product overview

ABS Foundation Services is a basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space repair contractor operating as a Basement Systems Premier Dealer since 1991. The company's core offering consists of integrated waterproofing and foundation stabilization systems, including sump pump systems (SuperSump, TripleSafe, UltraSump), drainage solutions (WaterGuard, French drain/PVC), foundation repair products (Rhino Carbon Fiber, wall anchors, helical piles, FlexiSpan), and humidity control (SaniDry, Santa-Fe dehumidifiers). These core products are complemented by basement finishing solutions including wall paneling systems (BrightWall, ZenWall), ThermalDry flooring, and egress windows (RockWell, Bilco). The company also offers crawl space encapsulation using the CleanSpace system. All products are sourced from Basement Systems and Ideal Foundation Systems networks and are installed by the company's trained technicians. A transferable lifetime warranty backs wet basement waterproofing systems. Beyond core waterproofing and foundation services, ABS provides basement finishing and general remodeling services including bathroom renovations and small home improvements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Basement Waterproofing Comprehensive basement waterproofing services using sump pumps, interior drainage systems, wall waterproofing, and floor systems to prevent flooding and moisture damage in residential homes.
• Foundation Repair Foundation repair services including crack repair, wall stabilization, and house leveling using helical piles, wall anchors, carbon fiber supports, and engineered stabilization products.
• Crawl Space Repair and Encapsulation Crawl space repair and encapsulation services that seal out moisture, prevent mold, and improve indoor air quality throughout the home using the CleanSpace vapor barrier system.
• Humidity Control and Air Purification Installation of high-efficiency basement dehumidifiers (SaniDry and Santa-Fe systems) to control humidity, eliminate mold, and purify air in basements and crawl spaces.
• SuperSump Sump Pump System Installation Installation of the SuperSump premium sump pump featuring a 1/3 HP cast-iron Champion pump capable of pumping 2,220 gallons per hour with an airtight cover to prevent odors and pest entry.
• TripleSafe Sump Pump System Installation Installation of a three-pump redundant sump pump system with automatic battery backup for continuous basement flood protection during power outages or primary pump failure.
• WaterGuard Interior Drainage System Installation Installation of the WaterGuard interior drainage piping system engineered to rest on top of basement footings, with wall flanges that collect water seepage while resisting clogging from soil and debris.
• Rhino Carbon Fiber Bowed Wall Repair Installation of patented carbon fiber wall supports to reinforce and repair bowed, cracked, or damaged foundation walls by linking the foundation base with the house framing.
• Helical Pile Foundation Stabilization Installation of steel helical piles (Ideal Foundation Systems) driven into stable soil to transfer foundation load and permanently stabilize sinking or settling foundations.
• Egress Window and Window Well Installation Installation of code-compliant egress windows and window wells (RockWell and Bilco systems) for emergency escape routes and natural light in finished basements.
• Basement Finishing Solutions Complete basement finishing services using BrightWall and ZenWall wall paneling systems and ThermalDry flooring to convert waterproofed basements into dry, comfortable living spaces.
• Remodeling Services General home remodeling services including basement remodels, bathroom renovations, and small home renovations beyond core waterproofing and foundation work.

Quantifiable outcome

• Savings of up to 50% over other foundation repair and waterproofing methods
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship/core and core.

• Basement Systemsflagship/coreTechnology or IntegrationABS Foundation Services is northwestern New York's authorized Basement Systems Premier Dealer. All warranties are backed by Basement Systems. ABS has access to proprietary products including WaterGuard, SuperSump, TripleSafe, SaniDry, CleanSpace, FlexiSpan, and ThermalDry systems.
• Basement Systemsflagship/coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerABS installs Basement Systems products under licensed dealer agreement with all warranties backed by Basement Systems parent company.
• Ideal Foundation SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationABS offers Ideal Foundation Systems products including wall anchor systems and helical piles for foundation stabilization and repair.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Others

• EnerBank USA: Financial partner providing the consumer loan products (5/10-year and same-as-cash) that ABS offers its customers. Not a direct competitor, but a critical ecosystem enabler for the business model.

Broad incumbents

• JES Foundation Repair: Regional foundation repair and basement waterproofing contractor operating across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast with a similar service stack (waterproofing, foundation stabilization, crawl space encapsulation) and comparable warranty-backed solutions.
• Ram Jack: National foundation repair dealer network offering helical piles, push piers, and wall anchors — products ABS also installs via Ideal Foundation Systems. Closely comparable on the structural foundation repair side of the business.
• Basement Systems: National dealer network and product manufacturer whose proprietary systems (WaterGuard, TripleSafe, CleanSpace, SaniDry) ABS licenses. Direct counterparty in ABS's value proposition and the closest strategic comparison given the dealer relationship.
• Groundworks: National platform that has consolidated multiple foundation repair and waterproofing brands, offering nearly identical services (sump pumps, drainage, wall anchors, helical piers). Key competitor for residential foundation/waterproofing projects.

Regional players

• Olshan Foundation Solutions: Long-established foundation repair company with a similar service mix (wall crack repair, pier and beam, basement waterproofing) operating primarily in the South-Central US; comparable in longevity and residential focus.

Direct peers

• Foundation Supportworks: Dealer network for foundation repair products including helical piers and wall anchors; operates a similar 'dealer + proprietary products' model to ABS's relationship with Basement Systems and Ideal Foundation Systems.
• A-1 Foundation Crack Repair: Regional specialty contractor focused on foundation crack repair and basement waterproofing in the Northeast — closely matching ABS's core service offering and customer profile.
• Acculevel: Regional foundation repair and waterproofing contractor serving the Midwest with comparable offerings — basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair, wall stabilization, and crawl space encapsulation for residential homeowners.
• Bluebird CF: Carbon fiber foundation wall repair specialist whose Rhino Carbon Fiber system ABS also installs; an adjacent/overlapping service provider in the bowed wall and foundation stabilization category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ABSFoundationServices
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/abs-foundation-services

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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