Nova Basement Systems of Indiana and Michigan

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• ""Dan, the crew leader, did a great job of informing us on what was going on, and kept his word of finishing..." Read Full Testimonial

  Tom G. of Lowell, IN

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            "The crew did an excellent job. Dan, the crew leader, did a great job of informing us on what was going on, and kept his word of finishing the mechanical room so we could get our heat and water turned back on."

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  Tom G.
  Lowell, IN

• ""Chris Young was outstanding, the installation crew was also great."" Read Full Testimonial

  Michael S. of Lowell, IN

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            "Chris Young was outstanding, the installation crew was also great."

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  Michael S.
  Lowell, IN

• ""Nova was very professional and had an excellent solution for our crawlspace."" Read Full Testimonial

  Kathy K. of Cedar Lake, IN

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            "Nova was very professional and had an excellent solution for our crawlspace. They were very willing to crawl around in a very tight space, and worked out our town's permit issue. They did the work on the date they specified within their timeframe. They were an excellent company to work with. Thank you so much!!"

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  Kathy K.
  Cedar Lake, IN

• ""I am totally satisfied."" Read Full Testimonial

  Don W. of Cedar Lake, IN

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            "I am totally satisfied."

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  Don W.
  Cedar Lake, IN

• ""Everyone was so nice and on the ball. I never had to call them. They were always calling me to set up..." Read Full Testimonial

  Michael G. of Cedar Lake, IN

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            "Everyone was so nice and on the ball. I never had to call them. They were always calling me to set up appointments, if it was to wet. I chose Nova because I felt like it wasn't just a "sale". I had a good feeling right from the start."

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  Michael G.
  Cedar Lake, IN

• ""Your employees are fabulous."" Read Full Testimonial

  Kim M. of Dyer, IN

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            "Your employees are fabulous. Our first contact was your office staff, they were very nice. Then, your estimator Phil, was very nice and informative. Your work crew, Nick and the new employee (Josh Scarborough), did excellent work."

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  Kim M.
  Dyer, IN

• ""Josh was a very good employee. He answered all my questions. I felt he was honest with me with regard to..." Read Full Testimonial

  Orlando S. of Dyer, IN

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            "Josh was a very good employee. He answered all my questions. I felt he was honest with me with regard to all of my questions."

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  Orlando S.
  Dyer, IN

• ""Josh Kayser was great with the installation and explained the process step by step."" Read Full Testimonial

  Dino D. of Dyer, IN

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            "Josh Kayser was great with the installation and explained the process step by step."

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  Dino D.
  Dyer, IN

• ""It is very rare today to find a company like Nova that performs high quality work, has very courteous..." Read Full Testimonial

  Sharon S. of Munster, IN

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            The work was performed in a very timely manner. The crew met the exact schedule that was indicated by the salesman. The crew was outstanding. They performed high quality work in a very professional and courteous manner. Phil was very knowledgeable and low pressure. We were so pleased with the work that Nova performed that we called back to have a Brightwall Sysem installed. It is very rare today to find a company like Nova that performs high quality work, has very courteous employees, and keeps to a promised schedule. We will definitely recommend Nova."

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  Sharon S.
  Munster, IN

• ""Great crew-hang onto them!!!"" Read Full Testimonial

  Mrs. J H. of Munster, IN

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            "We chose Nova over other companies because of Niles, and his demeanor as the estimator. Everyone in my family felt comfortable with him from the beginning. The crew will make us recommend Nova to others. Price is part of the job, but if the crew does poor work, price no longer matters. Great crew-hang onto them!! Awesome experience!! Niles was great! Phil was great! Ignacio was great! Dakota and Joe were awesome! The job was run smoothly. Everyone was above and beyond our expectations as far as being courteous, timely, and professional. They are true tradesman. Thank-you!!"

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  Mrs. J H.
  Munster, IN

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• By Traci
  Merrillville, IN

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  By Traci
  Merrillville, IN

• By Anthony And Jessica C.
  Wheatfield, IN

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  By Anthony And Jessica C.
  Wheatfield, IN

• By Christopher K.
  Bremen, IN

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  Bremen, IN

• By Dale S.
  Elkhart, IN

  "Very good response time and willing to work with us during our re-model. Had bad experience with Ever Dry"

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  By Dale S.
  Elkhart, IN

  Very good response time and willing to work with us during our re-model. Had bad experience with Ever Dry
• By Gary & Jennifer H.
  Gary, IN

  "The entire process was great. From Phil to the two guys who did the work. Thank you!"

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  By Gary & Jennifer H.
  Gary, IN

  The entire process was great. From Phil to the two guys who did the work. Thank you!

Basement and foundation contractors serving Elkhart, South Bend, St Joseph areas.

Jim Nova used his construction and mechanical background to found Nova, Inc. in 1977. The company's main function then was to provide an effective and economical alternative to the less than effective and costly processes available at that time. 

About the Founder

Jim Nova

Jim founded Nova Basement Systems in 1975. With a Masters Degree in Vocation Building Trades, Electronics and Drafting from Indiana University, he started his career as a Building Trades Educator. Through the decades, he has not only taught, but he built numerous houses through his years as a teacher and on his own.

He has 40 years experience in construction and mechanical trade, which led him to concentrate on finding economic solutions for waterproofing and stabilizing deteriorating basements. He carries a current contractors license in the states of Michigan and Indiana.

In December of 2014 Jim was able to retire and turn the company reins over to four of his long time employees. Dave Naughton, Phil Droege, Terresa Draves and Mike Flores who combined have over 60 years of experience working at Nova Basement Systems. They are very excited to carry on the name and reputation that Jim has built up over the past 38 years.

Meet Our Team

• Christopher Surowiec
  Service Technician
• Eugene Rawson
  Foreman
• Bryan Zentmire
  Foreman
• Chance Machado
  Assistant Foreman
• Mike Flores
  Owner & General Manager
• Dan Hersom
  Training Manager
• Colt Hass
  Foreman
• Jacob Fleming
  Installation Technician
• Jim Nova
  Consultant

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Today, Nova Basement Systems is one of the largest basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractors in northern Indiana and southern Michigan, offering common sense solutions for foundation and water problems. Specializing in the following areas:

1. Basement Waterproofing
We provide a wide variety of systems to solve any basement water problem. Our systems include WaterGuard® , DryTrak® , SuperSumps , Battery Backup UltraSump® , BrightWall® Paneling , Perma-Wall, Trench Drains and more.

2. Foundation Repair
We stabilize and straighten basement and retaining walls that have bowed and cracked due to poor grading and expansive soils utilizing the Foundation Supportworks Wall Anchor System. Many structural engineers recognize the Foundation Supportworks Wall Anchors as the state-of -the-art repair for basement and retaining walls.

3. Crawl Space Repair
We also specialize in solving crawl space moisture problems. Our CleanSpace® System is the most advanced process on the market today and carries a 25 year transferable warranty.

4. Sump Pump Installation
We offer the most reliable sump pump systems on the market today. The triple sump pump system is available with our revolutionary battery back-up systems, which can pump more than 12,000 gallons of water on a single charge.

All of Nova Basement Systems' work comes warrantied, many of it for the life of the structure. Our warranties come with no annual fees, and are transferable to subsequent owners at no cost. We never use high-pressure sales tactics, nor will we try to sell you something you don't need or doesn't work. Nova Basement Systems, Inc. is committed to 100% customer satisfaction. Our highly qualified staff consisting of office personnel, installers, field representatives, foremen and managers is ready to serve you! We are ready to work for you with your basement and foundation problems.

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