Before & After Photos

This vented crawl space was creating an avenue for the chilly air of winter to enter the home and create cold floors and an inefficient building. After completely encapsulating and insulating the crawl space this home is now more efficient and does not have the same problems with cold and drafty rooms that it once had. 

The owner of this home in Deer River, MN reached out to DBS for help with chipping paint in their basement.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. Upon completion of a thorough inspection, Henrik informed the owner of the settlement issues that he discovered through his inspection.

Foreman Tyler Nacey led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed piers beneath one corner of the home in order to lift and level the sinking part of the foundation. The crew finished the project by covering the holes with concrete for a flush finish in the basement.

Now that the foundation issues have been fixed, the homeowner can relax with peace of mind.

This homeowner in Deer River, MN wanted to find a solution for their foundation walls. The walls were cracked and bowed in certain areas, so the owners reached out to DBS for help.

One of our Design Specialist went out to the home and conducted a free, no-obligation estimate for the homeowners. After a careful inspection, James recommended our PowerBrace® Wall Bracing System.

Foreman Isia Williams led the installation of this project. These steel i-beams are fastened to the joists of the floors and ceiling and are able to permanently stabilize on all of walls. They can also be adjusted in order to straighten the wall back to its original position. This homeowner can now relax knowing their home is stable and supported.

A homeowner in Deer River, MN, had been losing sleep over their basement for years, noticing hairline cracks slowly spreading across the walls and floor. Their concern grew when they observed the outer basement wall beginning to buckle, creating an alarming tilt that indicated the foundation of their home might be in jeopardy. Seeking a solution, they reached out to us at DBS.

Following our straightforward process, the homeowner’s first step was a call to our Customer Care team, who arranged for a comprehensive home inspection. A visit from our System Design Specialist was scheduled, and the assessment confirmed the homeowner's fears: the foundation required immediate stabilization. We recommended our GeoLock™ Wall Anchor system as the ideal solution, assuring the homeowner that this would not just be a temporary fix, but a long-term solution for the foundation’s stability.

Our expert production team, led by a skilled foreman and experienced installers, then took over. The GeoLock™ Wall Anchors were strategically placed around the affected wall to counteract the external pressure causing the shift. This system not only halted further movement but actively worked to bring the wall back to its original position. The installation was completed with minimal disruption, and the job site was left clean and tidy, as promised.

In the end, we didn’t just repair the basement; we restored the homeowner’s peace of mind. The tilt and cracks are now a thing of the past, thanks to our reliable, long-lasting solution, ensuring the safety and stability of homes in Deer River, MN, for years to come.