Before & After Photos

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Grand Marais Home Foundation Stabilized with PowerBrace™ for Long-Term Safety & Security

Before, this Grand Marais home faced the daunting prospect of foundation caving, posing a severe threat to its longevity and safety – as clearly depicted in the first photo. Thanks to our PowerBrace™ system, seen in the after photo, we've not only stabilized the structure but also laid the foundation for years of secure, worry-free homeowner ship. Through our dedication to remarkable service and reliable solutions, we're ensuring this home stands strong for generations to come.

Bowing Walls of Grand Marais Garage Stabilized with DBS PowerBrace® System

The owner of this home in Grand Marais, MN reached out to DBS with concerns about bowing walls.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, Rich recommended our PowerBrace® Wall Bracing System.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. They installed 5 PowerBrace® i-beams along the walls in order to permanently stabilize them. Over time the system can be tightened in an attempt to straighten the walls back to their original position.

The homeowner can relax with peace of mind not having to worry about bowing walls.

Sinking Cabin Foundation in Grand Marais, MN Stabilized with SmartJack® System

The owner of this cabin in Grand Marais, MN reached out to DBS with help on the sinking foundation underneath their cabin.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, Henrik recommended our SmartJack® System.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed the SmartJack® System underneath the cabin to replace the old failing and sunken concrete blocks. 

The homeowner can now relax with peace of mind knowing that the cabin has been permanently stabilized.

Foundation Repair System in Grand Marais, MN

This home in Grand Marais, MN was suffering from unstable wall support. The wood in the basement was shifting and needed a solution, so the homeowners reached out to DBS for help.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Henrik recommended our GeoLock™ Wall Anchoring System. 

Foreman Greg Owens led the installation of this project with help from a crew. Together, the crew installed this anchor system to stabilize and reposition the wall. This system connected the inside of the home to the solid and stable soil outside of the home, leaving the wall stable and unmovable. 

This homeowner can now finish their basement without worrying about the stability of their home!

Unstable Deck and Water Intrusion Resolved in Grand Marais, MN with Helical Pier System

In Grand Marais, MN, this homeowner faced challenges with an unstable deck and water intrusion through the roof. As you can see in the before photo, these issues jeopardized their plans to sell, prompting them to seek our help. We installed a Helical Pier System, effectively stabilizing the foundation and mitigating further settlement. In the after photo, notice the restored stability and renewed peace of mind, ensuring the home’s safety and value for many years to come.