Before & After

Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

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Wet Basement in Cloquet, MN Waterproofed with French Drain System

The owners of this home in Cloquet, MN planned to sell the home within the next few years and did not want anything holding them back from being able to list it. There had been issues with water in their basement, and looking for a solution, they reached out to DBS.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owners. After a thorough inspection, they recommended our WaterGuard® french drain system.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed WaterGuard® drains around the interior perimeter of the basement. The drains will help ensure the basement stays drier during wet seasons.

Now that the basement has been properly waterproofed, the homeowners have peace of mind and feel more confident that the house will have no trouble being sold.

Homeowner in Cloquet, MN has DBS Install WaterGuard® French Drain System

The owner of this home in Cloquet, MN experienced issues with water in their basement so they reached out to DBS in hopes of finding a solution.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist generated a quote for our WaterGuard® french drain system.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed the WaterGuard® drains around the interior perimeter of the basement. Along the drains are ports (pictured in the after photo) that allow the homeowner or one of our service technicians to clean out the drains periodically to ensure the system runs smoothly. 

Now that the basement has been properly waterproofed, the homeowner can relax more comfortably in their home without worrying about a wet basement.

Waterproofing Services by DBS Installed in Basement of Cloquet, MN Home

The owner of this home in Cloquet, MN was having issues regarding water in their basement. They reached out to DBS looking for help.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, they recommended our waterproofing services.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed WaterGuard®, our french drain system, and also installed a new sump pump to help pump water up and away from the basement. The WaterGuard® is installed along the perimeter of the basement interior and helps direct water into the sump pump. They placed the drains into trenches and poured concrete over them for a smooth finish.

Now that the basement has been thoroughly waterproofed, the homeowner can relax with peace of mind in their healthy and dry home.

DBS Installs Waterproofing Systems in Cloquet, MN Basement

The owner of this home in Cloquet, MN reached out to DBS for help with water in their basement.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, Rich generated a quote for our waterproofing services.

Foreman Tyler Nacey led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed WaterGuard® along the interior perimeter of the basement to help direct water into the new sump pump that they installed. Both systems will help to keep the basement drier. The crew finished the project by applying a layer of CleanSpace® water vapor barrier on the walls.

Now that the basement has been properly waterproofed, the homeowner can relax with peace of mind in their healthy, safe home!

Sump Pump Installation in Cloquet, MN

This homeowner in Cloquet, MN wanted to find a professional and permanent solution for the water issues their home was experiencing. A leaky basement and an insufficient sump pump were causing problems, so the owner reached out to DBS for help.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went out to the home in order to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a careful inspection, Henrik recommended our WaterGuard® Drain System and our TripleSafe™ Sump Pump.

Foreman Glen Olcott led the installation of this project with help from a crew. Together, the team installed the drain lines underneath the floor of the basement. These drains collect the water and transport it to the newly installed sump pump that expels the water from the home.

This homeowner can now relax knowing their home will stay dry and healthy!

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