Leaking Wall in Duluth, MN
This corner of the basement was consistently leaking. Our team will install a vapor barrier on the wall and a drainage system below it to properly process water leakage.
Wall prone to wetness and cracks
This wall is prone to leaking, most likely due to cracks and pressure from the soil around the home's foundation.
Foundation cracks on home's exterior
The cracks seen here run all the way down to the foundation footing and can be seen on the inside of the home.
Basement Wall Failing in Duluth, MN
This vertical crack runs the entire height of this foundation wall. The crack is causing blocks to shift and the entire wall is moving.
Bowing Wall at Stairs
You can see in this photo that the wall is bulging beneath the wood paneling.
Wetness During Install
This basement had up to 6 inches of standing water present at one time. During our installation, the crew experienced just how badly the basement needed proper drainage as they were drilling into the floor.
WaterGuard® Around Entire Perimeter
Our WaterGuard drainage system has now been installed along the perimeter of the basement. It will have a fresh layer of concrete to completely conceal it.
WaterGuard® Easily Navigates Corners
The WaterGuard® system is easily to maneuver around corners, creating one seamless drain tile system from room to room.
WaterGuard® Outlets for Cleaning
The grey outlet seen in the upper portion of the drain tile is used for cleaning in the case of a sediment clog in the drain line.
25-year Warranty on DBS PowerBraces
These steel I-beams are zinc-coated to prevent rust and come with a 25-year warranty against factory defects.
PowerBrace™ Stabilizes Cracked and Bowing Walls in Duluth, MN
Our team member is using a level to carefully measure the position of the steel support beam.
PowerBrace™ and CleanSpace®
After the CleanSpace® vapor barrier was installed, our team put the steel supports into place along the bowing wall.
PowerBrace™ Steel I-beams Installed Around Perimeter
These steel I-beams are anchored to the concrete floor and ceiling rim joists and will be tightened over time to restore the wall's original position.
Foundation and Waterproofing Systems installed in Duluth
This Duluth, MN home is now permanently stabilized and protected against water threats with DBS systems.
PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System
The bolt seen in the upper portion of the photo can be tightened with a torque wrench. Little by little, the wall will be restored to its original position.
GeoLock™ Earth Anchor
To correct one of the severely cracked walls in the basement, our team installed a GeoLock system. This earth anchor is connected with a long steel rod to a wall plate on the inside of the home. As the system is tightened, the wall is pulled back into place.
Foundation Repair and New Sump Pump in Duluth, MN
Pictured here is a new sump pump as well as a SmartJack steel beam.
