Chetek's Responsible Foundation Repair & Concrete Leveling Experts

When a homeowner in Chetek, WI, reached out to us at DBS with a unique and pressing issue, we knew we had to bring our A-game to resolve their problem. A severe storm had led to a large tree falling and damaging their prized cabin, a beloved space now used primarily for storage. The impact was significant; one of the 4+ ft concrete piers supporting the cabin on the downhill side was completely destroyed, and another was dangerously tilted, compromising the structure's stability and safety. Upon contact, our priority was addressing the homeowner's concerns swiftly and efficiently. Our experienced Customer Care team immediately scheduled an inspection appointment to assess the damage firsthand. Next, a specialist from our Sales Team took a close look at the affected area, particularly focusing on the destroyed and tilted piers right next to the beautiful lake. The foundation needed urgent stabilization to prevent further damage. The solution we proposed involved the installation of our robust SmartJack® system — a proven product designed for such intricate scenarios. Our team of skilled installers got to work, carefully replacing the damaged and tilted concrete piers with SmartJack® , ensuring the cabin was not only stabilized but also fortified against similar incidents in the future. Not only did we fix the immediate problem, leaving the storage shed safer and more secure, but we also provided the homeowner with peace of mind, knowing their cabin could stand firm against Wisconsin's unpredictable weather. 

We received a call from a customer who had a unique challenge: An old foundation wall, suspected to be the remains of a boathouse foundation, was on the brink of collapse, posing a threat to the stability of the hill it supported. They reached out to us, eager to find a solution.

The customer's expectations were clear - they wanted the wall stabilized and straightened. However, the challenge was not to be underestimated. The foundation wall was a formidable 2 feet thick, constructed with large rocks embedded in the concrete. To add to the complexity, the slope of the hill made it unlikely that a mini excavator could be brought down for assistance. Hand digging in the sandy terrain became our primary approach.

Undeterred, our team devised a plan to push the wall back significantly. The strategy involved straightening the walls using C-Channels as horizontal WALERS across the structure. The possibility of utilizing heat blankets was considered, and the customer even had a 30-amp camper hookup outlet outside, ready for any additional power requirements.

We installed six geolocks, strategically placing three geos on each side of a staircase. To reinforce the stability, we implemented two whalers on each set of three geos, totaling four whalers. The immediate attempt at wall straightening involved the homeowner actively participating in digging out the wall. While achieving perfect straightness proved challenging, everything was tightened to the best possible extent without compromising the integrity of the wall or our product.

In the end, the collaborative efforts between our team and the homeowner resulted in a successful preservation of the foundation wall, now stabilized and straightened.

Check out this before and after of a Foundation Repair project near Chetek, WI. One of our Design Specialists gave the homeowner a free no-obligation estimate after a thorough inspection. One of our crews installed our helical pier system to permanently stabilize the foundation and provide peace of mind to the homeowner. 

A homeowner from Chetek, WI reached out to DBS looking for help with their wet basement. One of our Design Specialists ran a free no-obligation estimate appointment for the homeowner and provided them with a free quote after a thorough inspection. One of our crews installed our french drain system in the basement to help keep the space drier. Now the homeowner can relax with peace of mind!

The owner of this home in Chetek, WI reached out to us looking for help with their sinking home. One of our Design Specialists went out to the home to run a free no-obligation estimate appointment for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection and evaluation of the settlement that had occurred over the years, our Design Specialist created a quote for our pier system.

One of our crews came out to install the system. Together they installed the piers beneath the footing of the home in order to provide permanent stability to the structure.

Now that the issue has been resolved, the homeowner can relax with peace of mind with their healthy, safe, and comfortable home!