Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Cromwell, MN reached out to DBS regarding their bowing basement wall. The home needed to be inspected, and our Design Specialist went to provide a free, no-obligation estimate for the wall repair service. The crew installed the PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System along the basement wall to help stabilize the wall in hopes of straightening it back to the original position.

The owner of this home in Cromwell, MN noticed that the wall in their basement needed to be repaired. In hopes of finding a solution, they reached out to DBS.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After which the design specialist informed the homeowner about the severe degree of bowing in the wall. They generated a quote for our PowerBrace® Wall Bracing System.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed 9 PowerBrace® i-beams in the basement to stabilize the walls. Each i-beam is affixed to the rim joists of the home with a steel bracket that can be tightened during dry seasons in an attempt to straighten the wall back to its original position. 

Now that the basement has been permanently stabilized, the homeowner can relax with peace of mind.

The owner of this home in Cromwell, MN noticed that they were having issues with a sagging crawl space.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, they recommended our SmartJack® System.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed the SmartJack® System with the main steel beam in order to provide proper stabilization to the home.

Now that the home has been permanently stabilized, the homeowner can relax more comfortably with peace of mind.

In South Haven, MN, a homeowner reached out, frustrated by new floors that just wouldn't stop squeaking. Enter SmartJack® by DBS Repair. The "after" photo proudly showcases a stabilized and silent space beneath their home, putting an end to those persistent squeaks. Our SmartJack® system not only fixed the immediate noise problem but also fortified the home's foundation for years of worry-free living. This is just one way we're committed to solving your home's issues with lasting solutions and ensuring a remarkable experience every step of the way.

Owners of this 1950's home in Canyon, MN had issues with water seeping through foundation cracks in the basement. As evidenced in the before photo, this basement has sustained water damage from prolonged water exposure. Tired of cleaning up their flooded basement after heavy rains, they contacted DBS for a permanent solution.

DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation repair and waterproofing system. DBS Foreman Joe Harris and crew installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement, that will direct all moisture to a new SingleSafe™ Sump Pump. The crew also installed CleanSpace® vapor barrier on the walls that were extra prone to water leakage. 

To correct the structural issues, the team installed 4 PowerBrace™ beams to correct the bowing foundation walls, as well as 8 SmartJack® beams to support the sinking basement supports. 

This home is now protected against further structural movement and water issues.