Before & After Photos

This homeowner in Virginia, MN wanted to find a foundation support solution to ensure that the walls in her crawl space would not cave in. The owner reached out to DBS for help.

Design Specialist Jake Gilmer assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Jake recommended our PowerBrace® Wall Support System.

Foreman Greg Owens led the installation of this project. These steel i-beams are fastened to the rim joists to stop the wall from moving further inwards. They can also be adjusted in order to restore the wall back to its original position. 

This homeowner can now relax knowing their foundation is stable and secure.

Faced with a compromised foundation in Virginia, MN, this homeowner needed assurance and a dry basement. As you can see in the before photo, the challenge was daunting. But, fear not! By installing our PowerBrace© system—a testament to our mission for reliability and remarkable customer experiences—the after photo speaks volumes. Notice the stabilized wall and absence of water, reinstating the homeowner's peace of mind. Through expert solutions, we not only fix the visible issues but restore confidence in your home’s foundation.

In Virginia, MN, a precious home with a legacy over three generations faced a dire situation – a failing foundation threatened its future. As expressed by the homeowner, concerns of a caving wall and ensuing water damage loomed large, exacerbating fears of irreparable harm. Entrusted to preserve its sanctity, we intervened with a lasting remedy. Our installation of the PowerBrace™ system, evident in the photos, not only stabilized the foundation but also ensured the home’s legacy securely transitions to the next generation, showcasing our dedication to delivering reliable solutions with a noticeable difference.

The homeowner of this Deerwood, MN home was concerned about the stability of their foundation. There were stair-step cracks running down the walls and it was slightly bowing inward. After calling DBS, a design specialist came out for a free, no-obligation estimate.

He inspected the home and then proposed a solution along with an estimate that same day. This quality solution included a helical anchor system to pull the wall back into place and stabilize it. Because there were also water issues found in the foundation, the solution included a waterproofing system.

With a signed proposal, a date was set to have the production crew come out to install the high-quality solution. The production crew then came out and professionally installed the waterproofing and helical anchor system. With this solution in place, the homeowner no longer had to worry about the unstable foundation.

A cabin owner in Deerwood, MN reached out to DBS for help protecting their cabin's basement. Foundation cracks were allowing cold air and water to seep into the basement, and this was taking its toll on the overall health of the home.

A DBS Design Specialist visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation and insulation support. Our production crew first excavated the wall and performed the foundation support using helical tiebacks. We then used a suite of our Dr. Energy Saver® insulation products to provide further weather proofing and air sealing support.

SentrySeal® is a rubber membrane that we used as the initial layer to seal the space. We then applied a layer of dimple matting to guide any moisture away from the foundation. We then installed a layer of our SilverGlo™ insulation. This rigid foam insulation is infused with graphite, making its R-value up to 25% to that of traditional foam insutlations. 

This home is now protected from further foundation trouble and sealed properly using Dr. Energy Saver® technology.