Before & After Photos

Discover the transformation in Eveleth, MN! The homeowner was eager to finish their basement but found a distressing crack that could derail their plans. As shown in the before photo, the visible foundation damage was a significant concern. Jump to the after photo, and you’ll see our PowerBrace™ system in action – a reliable remedy we expertly installed to fortify and stabilize the foundation. Today, the basement is not only secure but ready for its makeover, thanks to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and lasting solutions.

This homeowner in Garrison, MN was unhappy with the bowing and instability of their basement foundational walls. External soil pressure had caused the walls to bow inwards, causing instability.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the home to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, our PowerBrace® System was recommended and a quote was provided.

Foreman Osia Williams led the installation of this project with help from Rowan Wentworth. These steel i-beam braces are able to stabilize the wall and prevent any further movement. They can also be adjusted in order to straighten the wall back into its original position.

This owner can now relax with piece of mind that their home is safe and stable.

A hotel in Aitkin, MN was experiencing stability issues with its block foundation walls, and DBS went out to provide some support. Our foreman and his crew were able to install a considerable amount of PowerBrace™ units around the area of the wall to maximize the strength of the foundation. These braces can also help to straighten out bowing walls over time, should they need it. 

This Aitkin, MN cabin owner identified a low area in their crawlspace that was collecting water in the spring and after heavy rains. They noted temperature and humidity fluctuations as well and wanted the dirt floor crawl space sealed.

DBS Design Specialist and waterproofing expert Rich Johnsen visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. It was determined that both the crawl space would need to be totally encapuslated in order to keep moisture at bay and regular temperature and energy in the reast of the cabin.

A DBS foreman and crew installed CleanSpace® vapor barrier over drainage matting in the dirt crawl space. These two products work together to keep moisture and pests at bay. To further prevent moisture and the growth of mold, closed-cell spray foam was applied to fully seal and regulate temperature in the space. 

The space was topped off with an UltraSump™ sump pump that has a battery backup system, providing protection and peace of mind when you have a pump failure or power outage.

The homeowner was happy with the work done, resulting in a great improvement of this home's overall health. 

The owner of this newly purchased cabin in Aitkin, MN wanted to stabilize the structure before moving on with interior renovations. They contacted DBS for help with this stabilization and lifting project. 

Design Specialist Zach Guilliams assisted this homeowner in a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Zach provided a quote for our SmartJack® Support System. 

Foreman Osia Williams led a team in the installation of this project. Together, the team installed these jack systems to evenly distribute the weight of the structure. Once the structure is stabilized, the jacks are lifted in order to raise the cabin and create a level floor once again. This minimizes sagging and will be the last solution for this owner. 

With this new solution, this homeowner can continue with other renovations and create the perfect cabin for their family.