Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

The foundation walls in this Eveleth, MN home had bowed over time. The owner was getting ready to sell the house and knew he needed to get this fixed prior to a home inspection. He called DBS and Royce Bunn, design specialist, came out to provide the homeowner with an estimate to permanently fix the bowing wall.  The DBS installation crew was able to install 10 PowerBraces to permanently stabilize this home's foundation wall. 

Discover the transformation in Eveleth, MN! The homeowner was eager to finish their basement but found a distressing crack that could derail their plans. As shown in the before photo, the visible foundation damage was a significant concern. Jump to the after photo, and you’ll see our PowerBrace™ system in action – a reliable remedy we expertly installed to fortify and stabilize the foundation. Today, the basement is not only secure but ready for its makeover, thanks to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and lasting solutions.

This log construction cabin has been in the family since it was first built. Changes in the soil with freezing and thawing throughout the years have caused significant settling in the structure. The family was concerned about the health of the cabin and wanted a permanent solution in protecting it in years to come.

DBS Design Specialist Nathan Schroeder visited the cabin and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the cabin's foundation repair work. After inspecting the crawl space, and measuring the structure's settlement, he crafted a plan that would restore the cabin's structural integrity. 

DBS Foreman Zach Royer and his crew installed 10 push piers around the perimeter, completing a lift procedure of the sinking structure. They also added supplemental beams and a SmartJack® System to support the floor joists beneath the cabin. 

This family can now rest easy knowing that their cabin is safe and secure for many years to come! 

A homeowner in Eveleth, MN, faced the challenging task of transforming a fixer-upper into a cozy retreat, with plans for potential expansion. The "before" photo clearly illustrates the foundation in need of reinforcement to bring the homeowner's vision to life—creating not just a home, but an opportunity for added value. Using GeoLock Wall Anchors and PowerBrace, we worked to stabilize and strengthen the foundation, transforming it from unstable to solid, as shown in the "after" photo. Additionally, the structure was waterproofed with WaterGuard and SingleSafe to ensure lasting protection. Today, the result is a secure, resilient foundation, offering not just a cozy living space but the potential for expansion and increased value—reflecting our commitment to providing dependable solutions and exceptional experiences for every home.

This recently purchased cabin in Eveleth, MN was in need of some structural support. Its dirt crawl space was causing moisture issues as well a musty smell in the main living space. Because the cabin is not used year-round, they wanted to protect it as much as possible against moisture and fluctuating weather even when they aren't there. They reached out to DBS about our crawl space encapsulation service.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. Foreman Nick Burley and his production crew installed 8 SmartJack support beams to level the cabin. A CleanSpace® vapor barrier on top of drainage matting to properly seal the dirt crawl space floor. Our ultra-dense TerraBlock™ foam insulation, as well as closed-cell spray foam, were applied to fully seal and regulate temperature in the space. These products work together to keep, cold air, moisture, and pests at bay.

These cabin owners no longer have to worry about uneven floors and structural issues. They were also given a solid solution to protect their cabin against wetness and moisture.