Foundation Repair Photo Album: Helicast Deck Piers Used to Stabilize Sinking Structure in Duluth, MN
Homeowners of this 1978 Duluth, MN home were concerned with sloping of their 3-season porch addition. They knew this was stemming from some issues with foundation settling, and had even seen some water leaking. With plans to live in their home for years to come, they reached out to DBS for a permanent solution.
DBS Design Specialist James Miller visited the home for a free, no-obligation estimate for the best course of action. He recommended our Helical Deck Piers as well as some sealing for minor cracks in the home's foundation. Foreman Zach Royer and his crew drove 4 Helicast™ Helical Deck Piers into the ground to support and restore the porch's original position. Our crew also completed removal of existing sonotubes, in which the original footings of the deck were poured.
The customer was happy with the work done and has a supported porch they can depend on and enjoy for many years to come.
Duluth, MN Sinking Deck is Restored
Our helical piers are driven into load-bearing soil and will provide permanent support for this family's porch.
Duluth, MN Foundation Cracks Sealed
Our Design Specialist determined that these minor foundation wall cracks could be sealed with NexusPro™ joint sealant.
4 Helicast™ Piers
Our production teams removed the existing sonotube concrete footings and replaced them with our Helicast™ helical deck piers.
3-Season Porch in Duluth, MN Needs Support
Additions to homes are prone to sinking and settling. Traditional concrete footings unfortunately don't stand the test of time.
Minor Cracks to be Sealed
This foundation wall where the porch met the house was prone to water.
Foundation Wall and 3-Season Porch
As this Duluth, MN home foundation settled, the porch was also sinking.
