Basement Finishing & Waterproofing Contractor in Mountain Iron, MN

This homeowner from Mountain Iron, MN, reached out to us, after years of renting out his family home, he decided it was time to return and live there permanently. However, one obstacle hindered his otherwise perfect plan: the basement. Years of neglect had taken their toll, and before he could even consider refinishing and using the space, he recognized the need for serious foundation repair. Understandably, he sought assurance that his home would remain safe and secure for years to come. Upon contacting our friendly Customer Care team, we promptly arranged for a System Design Specialist to visit his home. During this comprehensive inspection, we identified the crux of his basement woes: foundation instability and wall displacement—common challenges faced by homeowners in our region due to the diverse and often challenging soil conditions. Our proposed solution? The comprehensive evaluation helped craft a tailored solution, aligning with the homeowner's vision of a refurbished, livable basement, laying out plans for the installation of WaterGuard® , IceGuard®, CleanSpace® , GeoLock™ Channel Anchor, and the PowerBrace™ system. These products are revolutionary in addressing problems like his. On the day of the fix, our Production Team, led by a seasoned foreman with skilled installers, rolled up their sleeves and got to work. We installed WaterGuard®, an innovative waterproofing system around the perimeter of the basement to efficiently capture wall and floor seam water leaks, directing them away from the space. Next, IceGuard® was fitted to the exterior drain pipes—a critical addition to safeguard against potential blockages caused by frozen water. And to complete the ensemble, our team draped CleanSpace® along the walls, a durable plastic liner that serves as a moisture and vapor barrier, unsurpassed in maintaining a dry environment. The GeoLock™ Channel Anchor system effectively stabilizes tilting, bowing, or weakening foundation walls, essentially anchoring them securely to stable soil away from the house, while PowerBrace™ offers immediate support for failing foundation walls, with the added benefit of straightening them over time without invasive techniques. Our team, composed of a dedicated foreman and skilled installers, executed the job smoothly, aiming to provide a permanent, hassle-free solution for our homeowner. The transformation project commenced and concluded as discussed, ensuring minimal disruption to the client's daily life, and, of course, leaving the basement clean and ready for its next chapter. 

At DBS, we recently had the pleasure of helping a Mountain Iron, MN homeowner who encountered their driveway apron sinking away from the concrete, creating an unsafe and unsightly separation. Additionally, a segment of the sidewalk near their backdoor had also fallen, detracting from the overall safety and aesthetics of the property. They reached out to our Appointment Center to schedule a free, no-obligation inspection with Design Specialist Bo, who went out to inspect the site, diagnosing the root cause of the sinking and settling concrete. We recommended the PolyLevel© system as an effective solution for lifting the apron and sidewalk and leveling them back to their original positions. PolyLevel© is an advanced polyurethane injection foam that we strategically inject beneath the concrete to raise it, a process that not only provides immediate stabilization but is also long-lasting. Our production team, led by Foreman Nik, we injected it beneath the sunken areas, monitoring the lifting process to ensure a smooth and sequenced elevation to match the existing concrete levels closely. The outcome was rewarding — our ability to reset the concrete apron and sidewalk near the backdoor to their rightful positions brought both relief and satisfaction to the homeowner. 

This homeowner in Mountain Iron, MN, was facing some trouble with their property. The issues included the concrete apron of their garage had sunk noticeably, pulling away from the garage itself, and a section of the sidewalk near the backdoor step had also descended, creating uneven ground and a potential tripping hazard. They reached out to us seeking a durable and effective solution to bring their property back to level and eliminate these problems. After their initial contact with our friendly Customer Care team, one of our experienced System Design Specialists visited the home for a detailed inspection. We determined that using PolyLevel®, an innovative concrete lifting and leveling product, in conjunction with NexusPro®, a superior joint and crack sealing material, would provide the enduring solution the homeowner was looking for. PolyLevel® has unique qualities allowing us to gently lift and perfectly level the sunken concrete areas, avoiding further disruption or damage to their property. The application of NexusPro® then sealed the joints and cracks, further ensuring that these fixed areas would resist future shifts and deteriorations. Upon completion, the homeowner was thrilled to see their concrete structures seamlessly restored to their original state and felt relieved knowing the repair was not just a quick fix but a long-term solution. 

This Mountain Iron, MN family hired DBS to help with their home's deteriorating walls and water issues. They wanted peace of mind and didn't want to worry about the walls anymore. We had to deal with obstacles like heating, plumbing, and electrical on the north wall, so we used earth anchors to stabilize it. There was also a private electrical line between the house and shed that we had to work around.

To keep the basement dry, we installed water guard on the south wall, where they were getting water, and replaced the sump basin with a double safe configuration. We made sure to keep the existing setup with a 4-inch hose on top of the ground but had to install a new eject line from the sump, up the wall, and an ice guard for protection. Then we transitioned to the 4-inch flex hose.

For the block walls, we drilled weeps to prevent them from filling with water. In the end, we installed 30 feet of water guard and a single safe with an ultra sump, giving them the peace of mind they were looking for.

This homeowner in Mountain Iron, MN wanted to find a solution for the bowing wall in the basement of their home. They knew they wanted to sell the home at some point, so they wanted to find a professional and permanent solution.

Design Specialist Jake Gilmer assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Jake recommended our PowerBrace® Wall Support System. A quote was provided and the process was explained to the owner before installation.

Foreman Jordan Salmi led the installation of this project with help from a crew. Together, the crew installed these steel i-beams, securing them to the floor and joists and ceiling. These beams stop any further inward movement and can be adjusted to restore the wall back to it's original position.

This homeowner can now relax knowing their home is safe and ready for the market!

Our Foundation Repair experts provided a homeowner in Mountain Iron, MN with a free no-obligation estimate for our Basement Wall Repair Service. The basement walls were cracked and bowed, raising concern for the homeowner. Our production crew installed our PowerBrace® System to help permanently stabilize the basement walls. Over time, the brackets on each i-beam along the basement walls can be tightened in an attempt to move the wall back to its original position.

Now the homeowner can relax with peace of mind from foundation issues!

This homeowner in Duluth, MN wanted to find a solution for their cold home. They reached out to DBS to learn more about our insulation services.

A DBS Design Specialist assisted the homeowner with a free, no-obligation estimate and answered all of their questions. After this careful inspection, a quote was provided for our insulation services.

Foreman Nicholas Woods led the installation of this project. SprayFoam insulation was used to air seal the attic of the home and then blown cellulose insulation was used to complete the insulation project. 

This homeowner can now relax knowing their home is warm and healthy!

The owner of this home in Mountain Iron, MN reached out to us looking for help with their wet basement.

One of our Design Specialists went out to run a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner and quoted our basement waterproofing service.

One of our crews came out to install our basement waterproofing products. First, they installed WaterGuard® french drains and then installed CleanSpace® water vapor barrier. This will help ensure the basement stays drier and the homeowner has peace of mind!

This customer called with the inquiry to repair the concrete in their garage. The clients had lived in their home for years, looking to fix the ground in their garage that was approximately a foot distance unlevel, possibly from an old radiator or steam heating equipment hidden beneath the surface. By calling DBS, we were able to schedule an appointment and a solution for a safe, level surfaced garage. 

We were able to provide the family with lifting and garage leveling services, while they also later decided to waterproof their home.

The homeowner was very happy with the work DBS had done, and our team is always happy to leave our homeowners in safe, comfortable, living spaces! DBS provides solutions and results to these common household problems.