Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Ashland, WI was having issues with his back door closing and noticed the backside of his foundation was shifting. Wanting to permanently fix the issue he contacted DBS.

DBS Design Specialist then visited the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate. They suggested the installation of our SmartJack® system with beams in the house in the crawl space to lift and stabilize the foundation.

DBS Foreman, Tyler Nacey, and crew then installed the SmartJacks® and beams under the home in the crawl space. The homeowner cannot have a peace of mind knowing the foundation of his home is permanently stabilized.

During a landscaping project in Hutchinson, MN, a contractor noticed that the support beams beneath this home’s porch and addition were leaning toward the pool—a sign of foundation compromise. Concerned about the long-term stability of the structure, the homeowners were referred to DBS for a permanent solution. The before photo shows the visible shifting that raised alarms. To restore safety and stability, our team installed a Helical Pier system beneath the foundation, anchoring it to stable soil and preventing further movement. The after photo reveals a secure and stabilized structure, giving the homeowners peace of mind and protecting their investment for years to come.

Planning to live in his home for the next 10 years, this Detroit Lakes, MN homeowner wanted to take proactive steps to ensure his basement walls wouldn’t cave in and cause further damage. He was also concerned about water intrusion and long-term structural stability. Our team installed a full foundation and waterproofing solution, including PowerBrace™ wall support, Geo-Lock® Channel Anchors, and EverBrace™ wall reinforcement to permanently stabilize the foundation. To address moisture concerns, we added a WaterGuard® drainage system, CleanSpace® Wall System, Mold-X2™ treatment, IceGuard® for winter protection, and an UltraSump® battery backup system. Now, this homeowner can feel confident that his basement is dry, stable, and secure for the years ahead.

A homeowner in Paynesville, MN was experiencing issues with the crawl space of their home. The area was comprised of wood posts and cinder blocks to help support it, and over time, it began to settle and caused the floor above to sag. The owner was curious as to what DBS could offer for a solution, so we had a Design Specialist visit and give a free, no-obligation estimate for the crawl space repair. Our crew was able to install the SmartJack® System to help stabilize the sagging floor, and even work to push it back to the original positioning. The results of the project can be viewed here. 

Owners of this 1950's cabin in Paynesville, MN were experiencing issues with the foundation and crawl space. There was some considerable cracking in the foundation that was causing the structure to settle. After seeing our website, they decided to contact us in search of a permanent solution to the problem. 

A Dr. Energy Saver Design Specialist provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation work and also provided a proposal for crawl space encapsulation. The cabin owners decided to go forward with both projects. The crawl space first had drainage matting laid on the dirt floors of the space. From there, DBS Foreman Zach Royer and his production team installed CleanSpace® vapor barrier to protect the space from moisture. Spray Foam insulation was also added to completely seal the space from outside air and moisture. 

This crawl space is now completely sealed, regulating temperature, and moisture levels for the entire home.