Before & After Photos

Facing a settled garage on its east side, a Minneapolis homeowner entrusted us to halt further settling without altering its current height, mindful of neighboring structures like a soon-to-be-removed fence. A free, no-obligation inspection was set up with Design Specialist Jason Swanson and then production team, led by Foreman Jordan Salmi, got to work. As shown in the before photo, the challenge seemed daunting. Yet, through strategic installation of Helical Piers©, paired with meticulous void filling -- no lifting involved, as evident in the after picture -- we ensured stability. 

This homeowner in Saint Louis Park was concerned about the stability of her home. She had noticed a crack in the wall of her garage and wanted to get the problem fixed. After calling DBS, an appointment was set to have System Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen come out to the home for a free, no-obligation estimate. Following a thorough inspection on the day of the appointment, Rich was able to explain to the homeowner why the problem was happening and the best possible solution to fix it. He explained that the movement of the soil beneath the home had caused the foundation to move also. When this happens, pressure builds and the wall cracks in order to release some of the pressure. If the problem is not fixed, pressure will continue to build and the problem will only get worse. A permanent solution would be to install a PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System. This would keep the wall in place and prevent it from moving further. Through tightening over time, the braces will slowly bring the wall back into place. After a signed proposal, a date was set to have Foreman, Kevin Steffey come out to the home to install the system. Once the PowerBrace’s™ were professionally installed, the homeowner could rest easy in the safety of her home.

Before, this Minneapolis homeowner faced a common yet daunting issue – a garage wall bowing inward due to shifting soils, exacerbated by a crack allowing water intrusion. As you can see in the before photo, the problem was more than cosmetic; it threatened the garage's structural integrity. After calling us, we immediately worked our magic. By installing our robust Carbon Armor© solution, as illustrated in the after photo, we not only stabilized the wall but also arrested the water issue, ensuring a safer, drier garage. This transformation exemplifies our commitment to delivering a reliable and long-lasting solution, providing our customers with peace of mind and an unwaveringly remarkable experience.

This Minneapolis homeowner wanted her basement to be a desirable place to spend time. After a little bit of research for a reputable company, this homeowner reached out to DBS Residential Solutions. The office staff helped set up an appointment for System Design Specialists, Royce Bunn to make a trip out to the home for a free no obligation estimate. On the day of the inspection, Royce was able to give the homeowner an estimate of the best possible solution to fix the problem. Following a brief phone call back to the office, a date was set up to have the production crew with Foreman, Casey Healy complete the installation. The basement was cleaned out, waterproofed, and power braces along with a sump pump system were installed. This homeowner now enjoys a clean and dry basement.

Homeowners in North Minneapolis, MN connected with DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate when their basement walls began to fail. The damage in the before photo is the result of soil expanding and adding pressure, which in turn caused the wall to crack and buckle.

Design Specialist Royce Bunn recommended our GeoLock® Wall Anchor System. GeoLock® Wall Anchors stabilize foundation walls by connecting two steel plates together with a galvanized steel rod. Based on the severity of the wall movement, excavation was recommended, allowing the wall to be immediately straightened. A DBS Foreman and their production crew installed the products and stabilized the basement.

These homeowners now have a safe, secure and comfortable basement to enjoy!