Our Company
Andy Kelley
Title: Founder & CEO
Hometown: Mankato, MN
About Andy
Andy has built his career on a foundation of expertise and a genuine desire to provide exceptional service. Coming from a small-town family with a diverse range of skills, he was exposed to various trades and crafts from a young age, shaping him into the multi-talented individual he is today. Known by many as "Handy Andy," his reputation for quality
craftsmanship precedes him. He honed his skills over years of experience, tackling everything from intricate carpentry to complete home construction. His expertise extends beyond general contracting, as he also specialized in wet basement repair by working with a local franchised wet basement company. His journey began with hands-on experience in the industry, but he soon realized that his commitment to customer satisfaction went beyond the limitations of franchise models. He understood that every home is different and can't be addressed with a one-size-fits-all approach. Franchises often offer a single product, which may not be the correct solution for every situation. This realization, along with his desire to provide truly customized services, led him to found Basement Solutions.
In 2005, Andy expanded his services with the launch of Radon Solutions, becoming certified through the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP). His dedication to protecting families from the dangers of radon led him to play a key role in shaping impactful legislation, including the Minnesota Radon Awareness Act of 2014 and the Minnesota Radon Licensing Act of 2019. He even shares his knowledge as an NRPP instructor, certifying others in radon measurement and mitigation.
Today, Andy remains passionate about ensuring homes are safe, dry, and healthy. While he's proud of the growth of Breathe Easy, LLC, he still enjoys being deeply involved in the day-to-day operations. You'll often find him on the front lines, communicating with customers, proposing solutions to their basement woes, and acting as the "Johnny on the spot" for any urgent matters that arise. He believes in building strong relationships with his clients and providing personalized service that exceeds expectations.
Personal Life
When he's not ensuring safe and healthy homes, you can find Andy enjoying his passions outside of work. Whether he's grilling a delicious meal, mastering a pinball machine, soaking up the outdoors at the lake, or cherishing precious moments with his baby granddaughter.
Reviews
"Andy and his team did a wonderful job! I was amazed at how quickly and neat they completed our egress window. My husband and I had a lot of trouble getting other contractors to return our calls or show up for estimate appointments. Andy's prices were comparable and he always returned our calls and showed up when scheduled"
-Melissa & Jeff Mackie, Mankato MN
“Andy was very genuine, concerned, concise! Very laid back and described everything in layman's terms! I'd recommend Andy anytime!!”
-Charles "Tim" Mead, Madison Lake MN
“Andy was very organized, his workers were nice, and the job was completed very fast. The crew was very tidy and we didn't know we had work done in our basement, it was left very clean. We wish there were more people like him and his business. Thanks again Andy!”
-Monique & Jesse Severson, Mankato MN