Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

The owners of this home in Tower, MN were concerned about large stair-step cracks in their basement walls. This is their home that they are retired in and they want to feel safe and live comfortably knowing that their wall is not going to cave in on them. In hopes of finding a permanent solution, they called DBS.

A DBS Design Specialist went out to their property in order to do a free no-obligation estimate of their foundation failure. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist informed the homeowners that DBS has a set of solutions that would solve their foundation issues. The first half of the solution was to install DBS's GeoLock™ Wall Anchor System on the wall experiencing the largest degree of failure, and the other half of the solution was to install DBS's CarbonArmor® Wall Reinforcing System on the other walls.

Foreman Trevor Ingle led the installation of this project. With the help of a crew, they installed 6 GeoLock™ Wall Anchors and affixed 5 strips of CarbonArmor®. Both solutions will prevent the walls from additional movement.

The homeowners can now relax comfortably in their retirement home knowing that their foundation has been properly and permanently stabilized.

The owner of this home in Tower, MN was getting ready to sell their property when they discovered it had foundational issues. The original foundation for this home was composed of concrete block supports and over time they had settled into the ground as the soil moisture level changed. Looking for a solution, the owner contacted DBS.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. After completing a thorough inspection, Henrik informed the owner that DBS had a foundation solution called helical piers. Our helical piers are called HelixPro® and they are designed with a true helix shape in order to penetrate the soil. A

Foreman was sent out to the property to lead the installation of this project and with the help of a crew, they installed 10 helical piers. After the installation was properly completed, the home is guaranteed against the movement for 25-years with a transferrable warranty.

Now that the home has been permanently stabilized, the owner can have peace of mind knowing that they will be able to continue the process of selling their home in order to find another home that better suits their needs.

Previously, a home in Tower, MN struggled with uneven floors and a failing foundation, causing the homeowners concern about the stability and safety of their house. Our solution, the SmartJack® and Helicast™ Grouted Helical Pile System, provided a reliable, quick-to-install fix that not only stabilized the structure but also ensured its long-term strength. The photo illustrates how we turned anxiety into reassurance by addressing the issue from the ground up, effectively restoring balance to both the home and its relieved owners.

This homeowner in Tower, MN was facing problems with the foundation settlement sinking. They wanted this problem fixed and the structure lifted so they could build a new addition next to the cabin and fix the unfitting doorways.

Design Specialist James Miller assisted this owner in a free, no-obligation estimate in order to decide what solution would be the best for their home. After a careful inspection, James recommended that helical piers be used to lift the foundation back to the original position. 

Foreman Trevor Ingle led a team in the installation of this project. Together, the team installed 8 helical piers in order to stabilize and lift the cabin. These piers are driven into the ground like a screw until it reaches stable, native soil. Using hydraulic power, the pier then pushes against the ground and back to the structure to lift the structure's foundation back to its original position. This will close gaps and cracks, and realign the doors and windows.

This homeowner can now build their new addition knowing their cabin is permanently stable. 

This homeowner in Tower, MN wanted to save their cabin. Instability was taking over, so the homeowner reached out to DBS for help. Design Specialist Mike Horvath visited the home in order to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate to find the best solution. After a careful inspection, Mike recommended our Piering Services.

Foreman Jordan Salmi led the installation of this project with help from a team. These piers are driven into the ground using hydraulic pressure. Once the pier reaches solid, stable soil, the pressure pushes against the ground and causes the piers to raise the structure. This homeowner can now relax knowing their cabin is safe and sound.