Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

Before tackling exterior renovations on their rental property in Cloquet, MN, the homeowner noticed a concerning foundation issue. As shown in the before photo, this problem required immediate attention. We stepped in to provide a reliable solution, installing Helicast™ Helical Piers along with a single beam of PowerBrace™ for extra support to stabilize the foundation. In the after photo, you can see how seamlessly we restored the property’s integrity, ensuring a safe and robust foundation for years to come, setting the stage for the homeowner's renovation plans.

This cabin owner reached out to DBS after having consistent problems with their boat house which was built right off the water. The foundation was unstable and was causing a safety concern. When our Design Specialist went out to the property, he recommended installing new piers to help lift and stabilize the boat house.

When our crew went out to the property, they were able to install new piers and the cabin owner was happy with the new piers!

The owner of this home in Sturgeon Lake, MN noticed that the overhang above their front patio was unlevel. 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 homeowner. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist generated a quote for our helical piering system.

Foreman Tyler Nacey led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed 2 helical piers underneath the supporting posts of the overhang to provide permanent stabilization to it. 

Now that the overhang has been stabilized, the homeowner can relax without worry on their front porch.

The owner of this cabin in Sturgeon Lake, MN wanted to save it as they have spent a lot of time with their family there and it was sinking into the ground. Looking for a solution, they reached out to DBS.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the cabin owner. After a thorough inspection, Henrik generated a quote for our cabin pier system.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with help from a crew. Together they installed 6 cabin piers along with two steel beams to provide proper stabilization to the structure. 

Now that the cabin has been permanently stabilized, the cabin owner can relax with peace of mind and look forward to many years full of new memories to make at the cabin.

We replaced the rotting wood posts in this Sawyer, Minnesota home with Smartjacks. Then encapsulated the floor to protect the dampness and mold smell from entering the house. The homeowner will now have a more comfortable living space with the crawlspace being properly finished.