Before & After Photos

In Esko, MN, we faced a foundation lurking with potential trouble for its homeowner, especially concerning future sale prospects. Notice in the before photo, the visible signs of stress and strain. Our solution? A combination of PowerBrace™and GeoLock™ Channel Anchor systems, designed to fortify and stabilize. As seen in the after photo, the foundation is now securely anchored, ensuring peace of mind and enhancing home value. We delivered not just a fix but a promise for a safe, stable future.

A homeowner in Moose Lake, MN reached out to DBS regarding our foundation wall repair service, as well as the basement waterproofing service. They needed an efficient upgrade to the overall basement area, and there were several products needing to be installed. For the waterproofing portion, WaterGuard® was ran along the perimeter of the concrete floor. As for wall support, the crew installed CarbonArmor® to add stabilization along the foundation. The installation was a success, and the homeowner can now enjoy a more efficient basement system. 

These homeowners in Moose Lake, MN had an unstable support beam in their basement. They wanted to correct this issue to make their home safer and they wanted it done right, so they turned to DBS for help.

Design Specialist Jake Gilmer assisted these homeowners in a free no-obligation estimate. It was decided that a SmartJack® Support System would be these best option for this home in order to stabilize the home effectively. 

Foreman Greg Owens led the crew in the installation of this project. The SmartJack® System is made up of a large steel tube that is connected to steel brackets. This system is extremely sturdy and evenly distributes the weight of the structure. This system can also be adjusted in order to level out the supported area to its original position. 

These homeowners can now relax in their healthy, stabilized home. 

This Schroeder, MN homeowner was struggling with foundation instability. The house had settled so much that the doors and windows no longer worked properly. The homeowner wanted to fix this problem before it got any worse and to be able to keep the home in good condition for their family. 

Design Specialist Zach Guilliams assisted this homeowner in a free no-obligation estimate to find the perfect solution for their home. It was decided that installing push piers was the best option. 

Foreman Trevor Ingle, along with a team, led this installation. Together, they installed 8 push piers systems. These piers are made out of steel that is strong enough to lift the foundation. Using hydraulic pressure, these push piers are set deep into the native soil of the land and can raise the settled foundation back to its original position. They are a lasting, permanent solution for foundation settlement. 

This homeowner can now enjoy their home for years to come without having to worry about their home moving any further.