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Foundation Repair Photo Album: Foundation Repair System Installed in Duluth, MN

This home in Duluth, MN was built in 1881. Naturally, its foundation has begun to crack and bow from the soil pressure. The homeowners were tired of cleaning up water from the leaking foundation. After seeing our advertisements on local tv, they contacted us to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate with one of our foundation repair specialists. DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went to the home and provided a inspection and estimate for the work. After visiting the home, Henrik recommended installed a waterproofing and foundation repair system to fully protect the home. Because this home had multiple home repair needs, it was broken up into 3 projects. Our highly-trained installers from each area visited the home to complete the repair in their area expertise. DBS Foreman Taylor Allen and his crew installed the waterproofing system consisting of a CleanSpace® vapor barrier to stop water and a WaterGuard® subfloor french drainage system to drain water out of the home for good. DBS Foreman Nick Burley and crew installed 4 PowerBrace™ wall support beams to stabilize the walls and prevent any further movement. To complete the job and help insulate the basement, Foreman Orrin Sundberg led a team to spray foam the rim joists. This will prevent cold air from entering the basement and warm air from escaping via the rim joists. The homeowners can now rest easy knowing their home is healthy, safe, and comfortable!

Wet Basement in Duluth, MN

This basement was prone to leaking after heavy rains, and spring thawing. Tired of the constant clean-up the homeowners called DBS for a free inspections and estimate.

Footing Exposed in Duluth, MN Foundation

This foundation has nearly 5 inches of footing exposed. This often allows for water to seep in between the foundation footing and foundation wall.

Fiberglass Insulation Doesn't Hold Up

Unfortunately, fiberglass insulation breaks down over time. If it gets wet, it's a breeding ground for mold.

New Sump Pump to Be Installed

This manhole is going to serve as the site for the new sump pump. A SingleSafe™ sump pump will collect and pump water up and out of the home via a new discharge line.

PowerBrace™ Steel I-beams Installed Around Perimeter

The foundation settlement was most present in this corner. It was therefore chosen as the site for the new sump pump, as well as 3 PowerBrace support beams.

PowerBrace™ 75-year Warranty

These steel beams come with a 75-year warranty against movement. There are installed by connecting the brackets to the concrete floor and the ceiling joists.

Foundation and Waterproofing Support Systems in Duluth, MN

This basement is now protected from leaking water. The foundation support system will be tightened over time to restore the wall to its original position.

Spray Foam on Ceiling

This portion of the basement was uninsulated, making the floors cold in the living space above. Our team applied 3 inches of close-cell spray foam to fix this issue.