Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

This cabin owner in Two Harbors, MN wanted to address the stability of their boathouse. Settling had begun causing the structure to start sinking into the lake. Wanting a professional and permanent solution, the homeowner trusted DBS to help. 

Design Specialist Zach Guilliams visited the property to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate for the owner. After a careful inspection, a quote was provided for our helical pier support solution.

Foreman Trevor Ingle led the installation of this project with help from a team. Together, the team used hydraulic pressure to drive the screw-like pier into the ground. Once the pier reached native, solid soil the hydraulic pressure moves upwards and lifts the structure. This creates an even, stable support for the boathouse.

This owner can now relax knowing the boathouse is safe from sinking.

The owner of this home in Two Harbors, MN reached out to us looking for help with their sunken front porch.

Design Specialist Zach Guilliams went to the home to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, Zach generated a quote for our helical pier system.

Foreman Nate Simonson led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed helical piers underneath the front porch to level and permanently stabilize it. The piers are driven deep into the soil until it reaches a layer stable enough to support the weight of the structure, ensuring no additional movement will occur.

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

Homeowners in Two Harbors, MN had been living in this home for around 25 years. Over the last 5 years, they noticed that cracks in the foundation were starting to worsen. The family had plans to renovate the basement but wanted to take care of the structural issues first. They contacted DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation work.

DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo visited the home and provided a thorough inspection as well as an estimate for the bowing basement walls. He proposed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to permanently stabilize and restore the cracked and bowing walls. 

DBS Foreman Joe Harris and his crew first applied a layer of Foamax insulation that will add a radiant barrier to the walls. This material is waterproof, perfect for the basement environment where leaks are common. Then they installed 11 PowerBrace I-beams, connecting them to the basement's concrete floor and ceiling joists. These beams will be tightened over time by our service department with the goal of restoring the wall to its original position. 

The homeowners were happy with the work done and can now begin their plans to renovate their home! 

Faced with a growing concern in Two Harbors, MN, a homeowner noticed the cracks in their foundation wall widening. As seen in the 'before' photo, the problem was not only unsettling but threatened the structural integrity of their home. Recognizing the urgency, we stepped in with a robust solution - our PowerBrace™ system. The 'after' photo clearly demonstrates the remarkable transformation. By installing PowerBrace™ , we not only halted further damage but also restored peace of mind, providing a dependable fix for their foundation woes.

In Duluth, MN, a homeowner in the Park Point area was looking to upgrade their basement by adding support for their sagging floor, as well as making an improvement to their waterproofing system. After a thorough inspection, it was determined that the SmartJack® XL system would have to be installed for structural support, and our specially designed waterproofing plan would be put in place for this basement. In Park Point homes, our crews carefully place dimple drainage matting along the exisitng concrete floor, and then pour a new layer of concrete on top of that to elevate the flooring. While other waterproofing products are installed as well, this is a crucial step to ensuring that no further water issues take place within the basement. The results of the project can be seen here!