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Photo Album: Foundation Repair for Cracked and Bowing Walls in Two Harbors, MN

Homeowners in Two Harbors, MN had been living in this home for around 25 years. Over the last 5 years, they noticed that cracks in the foundation were starting to worsen. The family had plans to renovate the basement but wanted to take care of the structural issues first. They contacted DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation work.DBS Design Specialist James Miller visited the home and provided a thorough inspection as well as an estimate for the bowing basement walls. He proposed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to permanently stabilize and restore the cracked and bowing walls. DBS Foreman Joe Harris and his crew first applied a layer of Foamax insulation that will add a radiant barrier to the walls. This material is waterproof, perfect for the basement environment where leaks are common. Then they installed 11 PowerBrace I-beams, connecting them to the basement's concrete floor and ceiling joists. These beams will be tightened overtime by our service department with the goal of restoring the wall to its original position. The homeowners were happy with the work done and can now begin their plans to renovate their home!

Stair Step Cracks in Two Harbors, MN

These stair step cracks are a classic symptom of foundation settlement. Settlement occurs as the soil around the home's foundation shifts.

Cracked Block Foundation in Two Harbors, MN

This cracked and bowing wall had worsened over the last 5 years. Knowing the issue wouldn't get better with time, the homeowner contacted DBS.

Evidence of Water Exposure

The discoloration of the foundation wall shows that water has been present.

Storage Area Affected

This Two Harbors, MN home had bowing and cracked walls that were allowing water to occasionally seep into the basement. Wet basements cause damage to personal items and render the space unusable.

After - Basement Storage

This wall to this basement storage space is now fully supported.

PowerBrace™ Steel I-beams Installed Around Perimeter

This PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System, is meant to support walls from further movement and can be tightened over time, in order to restore the walls to their original position.

PowerBrace™ Support Beams

PowerBrace™ steel I-beams are coated in zinc to protect against rust.

Foamax™ Insulation and PowerBrace™ Beams

Our team added a waterproof insulation to the walls to add a little extra protection from outdoor air and any potential moisture that may make its way into the basement.