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All 4 walls in this basement in Aurora, MN were bowing to a large degree. There were stairstep cracks as well as large horizontal cracks in the block foundation and total wall failure was inevitable. Looking for a solution, the owner called DBS.
Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owner. After a thorough inspection, he recommended that the owners employ DBS to install PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to permanently stabilize their foundation.
Foreman Zach Jorenby less the installation of this project. With the help of a team together they installed 6 PowerBrace™ I-beams. The PowerBrace™ I beams are installed by securing steel brackets to the rim joists of the flooring. Over time the brackets can be tightened in an attempt to straighten the walls. Each PowerBrace™ is backed with a 75-year transferrable warranty so if the owners ever sell their property the next owners will be able to claim the warranty if the PowerBrace™ were to ever fail.
Now that the home has been permanently stabilized, the owners can relax comfortably in their home without worrying that their foundation walls will cave in.
The owners of this home in Aurora, MN were getting ready to finish their basement and wanted to address their foundation issues that had occurred over time. Cracks appeared in their basement walls and a friend referred them to DBS in hopes of helping them find a solution.
Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owners. After thoroughly inspecting the basement, Rich advised the owners that DBS has a solution that would properly stabilize their basement called PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System.
Foreman Zach Jorenby led the installation of this project. With help from a team, together they installed 12 PowerBrace™ I-beams. Each I-beam is affixed to the rim joists of the home with steel brackets. The PowerBrace™ System was a great solution for this basement because the owners intended on finishing their basement in the future and PowerBrace™ I-beams are steel beams with a zinc plating so that they never rust and become an eyesore.
Now that the home has been permanently stabilized, the owners can relax comfortably without worrying about their basement walls caving in.
The owner of this home in Aurora, MN was experiencing loud settling noises occurring as the foundation cracked and sank deeper into the soil. After learning about DBS through signs around town, they decided to reach out to DBS in hopes of finding a solution.
Design Specialist James Miller went out to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owners. After a thorough inspection, James recommended a solution offered by DBS called helical piers.
Foreman Trevor Ingle led the installation of this project. With the help of a crew, together they installed the helical piers. The piers are installed by driving each one into the ground beneath the foundation and are designed to permanently stabilize the foundations.
Now that the helical piers have been installed, the owner should not hear any more settling noises coming from their home and they can relax comfortably knowing that they are safe.
These homeowners in Aurora, MN wanted to find a permanent support solution for their bowing basement walls. They reached out to DBS as trusted professionals in this area.
Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo assisted these homeowners with a free, no-obligation estimate in order to find the best solution for their home's needs. After a careful and thorough inspection, Henrik provided a quote for our Geo-Lock™ Wall Anchoring System.
Foreman Fred Bozvay led a team in the installation of this project. Together, the team began by excavating an area outside to place the earth anchors. These earth anchors are attached by a steel pole to a steel plate located inside of the home. Once attached, the system can be adjusted to pull the wall back to its original position.
These homeowners can now relax knowing their home is secure and safe.
A homeowner from McGregor, MN reached out to DBS looking for help with their cracked and settled foundation. One of our Design Specialists went to the home to run a free no-obligation estimate appointment. After a thorough inspection, our Design Specialist provided the homeowner with a free quote for our Foundation Repair Service. One of our crews installed our Push Pier System beneath the foundation to provide permanent stability to the home. Now the homeowner can relax with peace of mind!