CASE STUDY
FOUNDATION REPAIR FOR A CABIN IN CHETEK, WI
A homeowner in Chetek, WI, needed urgent help after a fallen tree destroyed the concrete piers supporting their lakeside cabin. We installed our heavy-duty SmartJack® system to safely replace the damaged supports and permanently stabilize the structure.
When a homeowner in Chetek, WI, reached out to us at DBS with a unique and pressing issue, we knew we had to bring our A-game to resolve their problem. A severe storm had led to a large tree falling and damaging their prized cabin, a beloved space now used primarily for storage. The impact was significant; one of the 4+ ft concrete piers supporting the cabin on the downhill side was completely destroyed, and another was dangerously tilted, compromising the structure’s stability and safety. Upon contact, our priority was addressing the homeowner’s concerns swiftly and efficiently. Our experienced Customer Care team immediately scheduled an inspection appointment to assess the damage firsthand. Next, a specialist from our Sales Team took a close look at the affected area, particularly focusing on the destroyed and tilted piers right next to the beautiful lake. The foundation needed urgent stabilization to prevent further damage. The solution we proposed involved the installation of our robust SmartJack® system — a proven product designed for such intricate scenarios. Our team of skilled installers got to work, carefully replacing the damaged and tilted concrete piers with SmartJack® , ensuring the cabin was not only stabilized but also fortified against similar incidents in the future. Not only did we fix the immediate problem, leaving the storage shed safer and more secure, but we also provided the homeowner with peace of mind, knowing their cabin could stand firm against Wisconsin’s unpredictable weather.


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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