Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

This waterproofing job was done for a church group in Virginia, MN. They had noticed the basement was having issues with staying dry and were referred to DBS by someone who had previously had work done.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. After completing a thorough investigation, he suggested DBS's waterproofing system solution. The system is composed of installing a WaterGuard®Drain System to divert water into a sump pump.

Foreman Jordan Jeseritz led the installation of this project. With the help of a crew, they installed the WaterGuard®Drain System by jackhammering the perimeter of the room, affixing the drains into each trench, and covering the trenches with cement. They installed a TripleSafe™ sump pump for the drain system to empty water into and directed a discharge line from the sump pump out and away from the foundation.

Now that the basement has been properly waterproofed, the residents will be able to relax comfortably in a healthier and drier environment.

The owner of this home in Virginia, MN was getting ready to create additional living spaces in their basement. However, they needed to first fix the leaking and foundational issues in the basement before doing so. An ad on TV sparked the owner to make a call to DBS in hopes of finding a solution to both of their issues.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate of the problems. After completing a thorough inspection, he suggested solutions by DBS that would solve both issues. For the foundational issue, Henrik recommended the PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System solution. The PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System would permanently stabilize the walls once properly installed and ensure that no additional cracking or bowing would occur. As for the leaking issue, he recommended installing WaterGuard® Drain System and SingleSafe™ sump pump.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with the help of a crew. Together they installed 13 PowerBrace™ I-beams to help support cracked and leaning walls in the basement. They also installed the WaterGuard® Drain System around the perimeter of the basement and directed the drains so they empty out into a SingleSafe™ sump pump for the water to be expelled up and away from the foundation through a discharge line. In the winter, an IceGuard® with perforations in it will allow for water to escape in case the discharge line freezes over.

Now that the home has been properly waterproofed and permanently stabilized, the owner can go about remodeling the basement to accommodate for more living space. They will be able to finally relax comfortably in their healthy, dry, and safe basement.

This homeowner in Virginia, MN was having water intrusion issues in their basement. A wall had shifted in their home and left open gaps allowing water to enter the home. They trusted DBS to offer professional, permanent help.

Design Specialist Jake Gilmer assisted the homeowner with a free, no-obligation estimate to find the best solution for their home. After careful inspection, Jake offered a quote and recommended the installation of a WaterGuard® Waterproofing System. 

Foreman Dustin Behning, along with a crew, led the installation of this project. Together, the team removed the perimeter of flooring and installed the French drain lines throughout the the basement. These drains lead to a sump pump that removes the water from the inside and away from the home. This system is effective because it collects the water before it even has the chance to enter your home. 

This homeowner can now relax in their healthy, dry home. 

This homeowner in Virginia, MN was unhappy with the water intrusion that was occurring in the basement of their home. They wanted a reliable solution, so they reached out to DBS for help. 

Design Specialist James Miller assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation. After inspecting the home and the issues, James recommended our WaterGuard® Drain System and provided the owner with a quote.

Foreman Glen Olcott led the installation of this project with help from a team. The team placed the drain lines within trenches along the perimeter of the basement walls. These drains collect the water and transport it to the newly installed sump pump where it is removed from the home. New concrete is then installed on top that creates a flush finish once dry.

This homeowner can now relax knowing their home is dry and safe from future water damage!

A Minnesota homeowner was sick of anticipating water and mold in their basement each year, so she contacted DBS to find a permanent solution! One of our design specialists visited the house to provide a free, no-obligation, estimate. They ultimately concluded that adding a WaterGuard sub-floor drainage system and a CleanSpace wall poly system was the best course of action. Glen Olcott, one of our foremen, led his group in this installation. The team started by removing concrete spots from the house's interior perimeter. Then, to permanently address flooding, they installed our sub-floor drainage system. After that, the team installed our CleanSpace wall barrier to keep water vapor from entering through the foundation walls.