CASE STUDY
LAKE HOUSE FOUNDATION STABILIZATION AND WALL BRACING IN HAYWARD, WI
Recently, we had the opportunity to help homeowners in Hayward, WI, safeguard their beautiful lake house investment with a professional foundation repair that really stood out. Over time, the heavy foundation walls of this waterfront property began to show clear signs of structural strain and instability—a common yet dangerous issue that can rapidly escalate if ignored.
Recently, we had the opportunity to help homeowners in Hayward, WI, safeguard their lake home investment with a foundation repair that really stood out. Over time, the foundation walls of this beautiful property began to show signs of strain and instability, a common issue that can escalate if ignored. Understanding the value of their home and the safety of those within it, the homeowners reached out to us for a reliable solution. Upon contacting our Appointment Center, they were promptly met with our Design Specialist, who assessed the condition of the home’s foundation walls. It was clear that to permanently stabilize the structure and prevent further damage, an effective solution was required. We recommended the installation of our PowerBrace© system. This steel bracing system is designed to fortify foundation walls, preventing further inward movement and offering the possibility of straightening the walls over time without the need for external excavation. Our well-versed production team went to work, and the installation process was smooth, strategically placing PowerBrace© along the troubled walls. What resonates with us about this job was not just the technical aspect of fortifying a foundation but the peace of mind we were able to provide to the homeowners. Knowing their lake home was protected and their investment secure was their utmost concern. As the work concluded, the transformation was evident. The previously unstable and worrying foundation walls were now robust and secure, capable of standing up to the pressures they faced. Most importantly, we left behind homeowners who were relieved and satisfied with the quality of our work and the protection we had ensured for their home.



Stop the Damage, for Good.
What DBS Repair Uses to Stabilize Minnesota Foundations
Every Minnesota foundation problem has a permanent solution. DBS Repair uses proven, engineer-backed systems to stabilize, straighten, and restore homes from Duluth and St. Cloud to Brainerd, Baxter, Elk River, Sauk Rapids, and surrounding counties. And we back every repair with industry-leading, fully transferable warranties.

Foundation Piers:
The Permanent Fix for a Settling Foundation
The most reliable way to stop foundation settlement is to bypass weak soil entirely. DBS Repair installs steel foundation piers that transfer your home’s weight down to stable, load-bearing soil or bedrock, halting settlement permanently and often restoring the structure to its original level position.
Two pier systems we install:
What pier installation solves:
Crawl Space Support Jacks:
Permanent Support for Sagging Floors
Soft, bouncy, or uneven floors above a crawl space need an engineered solution. DBS Repair installs the SmartJack® System, a heavy-duty adjustable steel support post designed for long-term floor stability even in weak soils.
How SmartJack® installation works:
To protect your repair long-term, DBS Repair recommends:
Bowing Wall Repair:
Straighten and Stabilize Before It’s Too Late
A bowing foundation wall won’t fix itself. The longer it moves, the fewer options you have. DBS Repair installs proven, trusted systems to stop inward movement and restore wall strength.
Wall Anchor System
PowerBrace™ Wall System
✅ DBS Repair Tip: The earlier a bowing wall is addressed, the higher the chance of full straightening. Walls that have moved more than 2″ are harder and more costly to correct.
Sunken Slab Repair:
Lift and Level Without Full Replacement
A sinking concrete floor in a Minnesota home, garage, cabin, or lake property doesn’t always mean a full tear-out. DBS Repair uses two minimally invasive methods to lift, stabilize, and level settled slabs. Repairing concrete costs much less than the cost to replace concrete.
Slab Pier System
PolyLevel® Foam Injection
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