CASE STUDY
FOUNDATION STABILIZATION IN SAINT CROIX FALLS, WI
A cabin in Saint Croix Falls, WI was experiencing foundational issues common to seasonal properties built over unreinforced masonry baselines. Our specialized structural engineering team designed an integrated, dual-action solution, deploying our heavy-duty PowerBrace™ system along the caving walls and underpinning the perimeter with deep-driven helical piers to secure the property for generations.
A cabin in Saint Croix Falls, WI was experiencing foundational issues. This is a common occurrence found in old concrete block walls. The blocks begin to either crack or bow inward, or sometimes both. Instances like this can cause further structural damage that if not taken care of properly, can be everlasting. In need of a solution for the cabin, the owner reached out to DBS. A Design Specialist was able to go to the property and provide a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation service. After thorough inspection, it was decided that the block wall would need to have the PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System installed to provide maximum support. These galvanized steel braces are optimal for stabilize foundation walls, and can even work to move a bowing wall back to its original position. This is an ideal product for structural support. Aside from the PowerBrace™, the cabin had helical piers installed below the foundation to better stabilized the structure as a whole. A settling foundation can also create lasting damages to a home or cabin. Luckily, with the help of DBS, the owner can now be more comfortable with a stronger cabin foundation.
Stop the Damage, for Good.
What DBS Repair Uses to Stabilize Minnesota Foundations
Every Minnesota foundation problem has a permanent solution. DBS Repair uses proven, engineer-backed systems to stabilize, straighten, and restore homes from Duluth and St. Cloud to Brainerd, Baxter, Elk River, Sauk Rapids, and surrounding counties. And we back every repair with industry-leading, fully transferable warranties.
Foundation Piers:
The Permanent Fix for a Settling Foundation
The most reliable way to stop foundation settlement is to bypass weak soil entirely. DBS Repair installs steel foundation piers that transfer your home’s weight down to stable, load-bearing soil or bedrock, halting settlement permanently and often restoring the structure to its original level position.
Two pier systems we install:
What pier installation solves:
Crawl Space Support Jacks:
Permanent Support for Sagging Floors
Soft, bouncy, or uneven floors above a crawl space need an engineered solution. DBS Repair installs the SmartJack® System, a heavy-duty adjustable steel support post designed for long-term floor stability even in weak soils.
How SmartJack® installation works:
To protect your repair long-term, DBS Repair recommends:
Bowing Wall Repair:
Straighten and Stabilize Before It’s Too Late
A bowing foundation wall won’t fix itself. The longer it moves, the fewer options you have. DBS Repair installs proven, trusted systems to stop inward movement and restore wall strength.
Wall Anchor System
PowerBrace™ Wall System
✅ DBS Repair Tip: The earlier a bowing wall is addressed, the higher the chance of full straightening. Walls that have moved more than 2″ are harder and more costly to correct.
Sunken Slab Repair:
Lift and Level Without Full Replacement
A sinking concrete floor in a Minnesota home, garage, cabin, or lake property doesn’t always mean a full tear-out. DBS Repair uses two minimally invasive methods to lift, stabilize, and level settled slabs. Repairing concrete costs much less than the cost to replace concrete.
Slab Pier System
PolyLevel® Foam Injection
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