Kettle River, MN Basement Repair Company

When a Kettle River, MN, homeowner noticed their basement was becoming more waterlogged over time and wasn't drying out as it used to, they knew they needed professional help. Fearing the moisture would lead to bigger problems down the line, they reached out to DBS.

During the inspection, our Design Specialist James Miller, found several contributing factors to the water issue, including old sealed sump holes that were improperly managed and only one working sump near the furnace was deemed insufficient. Based on a thorough assessment, James recommended a combination of our top-tier solutions: WaterGuard for efficient drainage, IceGuard to prevent backup during freeze-thaw cycles, and CleanSpace liner to keep moisture out. When our crew, consisting of Nik and Gary, went out to the property, their first task was to clean up the existing space and seal up those outdated sump holes, excluding the one by the furnace which was kept in line with the homeowner’s request. Next, they installed the WaterGuard system, an innovative interior drainage solution designed to effectively channel basement water to a sump pump. They paired this with IceGuard at the home's exterior discharge point, ensuring that even during the coldest months, water could be expelled without worry of ice blockages. To cap it all off, the team implemented CleanSpace, our durable, moisture-resistant liner across problem areas to encase and protect the basement from further water intrusion. Once our crew was done, the homeowner had a final walkthrough and was very happy with the project!

This homeowner in Kettle River, MN reached out to us at DBS with an aged, central beam that urgently needed replacement to prevent any future complications. The homeowners also expressed a desire to install a wood stove, requiring us to collaborate closely for the ideal placement of Support Jack locations.

A free, no-obligation inspection was set up with our Appointment Center, setting the stage for a thorough home inspection by our Design Specialist Henrik. After diagnosing the problem, the recommended solution was to use PolyLevel©, a state-of-the-art solution for their concrete repair needs.

Our dedicated production team got to work, temporary structures erected to carefully replace the compromised middle beam with a new main beam. The PolyLevel© was then injected, ensuring the foundation would stand strong for years to come. Additional adjustments were made to reroute the sewage pipe, paving the way for future enhancements like the wood stove they envisioned. The transformation was significant - rectifying structural issues and laying the groundwork for a lasting solution. 

This homeowner in Kettle River, MN wanted to find a permanent solution that would lift and level the sinking concrete slab by their porch. They decided to reach out to DBS for a professional solution.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went out to the home and assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Rich recommended our Concrete Lifting and Leveling Solution and provided the homeowner with a free quote.

Foreman Tyler Orr led the installation of this project with help from Co-Foreman Tyler Nacey. Together, the team drilled small holes in the sinking concrete and injected our PolyLevel® Foam Solution underneath. This foam then expands and hardens in order to lift the concrete and stabilize both the concrete and the porch.

Reach out to DBS for your concrete repair needs!

Owners of this 1950's home in Kettle River, MN started to notice some cracking and leaking in the north wall of their basement. In hopes of a permanent solution, they reached out to us after visiting the DBS booth at the Duluth Home Show.

DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo visited the home for a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation issues. It was determined that three PowerBrace™ I-beams would be installed to support the north wall of the basement. These PowerBrace™ beams are anchored to the floor and rim joists and can be tightened over time to restore the wall to its original position. DBS Foreman Antonio O'Neil and his crew performed the foundation support work.

The homeowner was happy with the work done and can now enjoy a supported basement.

DBS received a call looking to upgrade the crawl space in their home to properly drain, insulate, and fix the overall environment of the home, as a poorly insulated or wet crawl space can create a long list of problems in other rooms. DBS worked with the clients to set up a proposal for their crawl space repair that met their needs.

We suggested our spray foam insulation to give the crawl space protection from drafts and cracks letting the air out. We also proposed installation of our CleanSpace® drainage matting and a SmartDrain to make sure that any water coming into the crawl space would be directed out, so our homeowners can maintain a dry crawl space and an overall happy home.