Before & After Photos

In Hermantown, MN, a homeowner discovered that minor foundation cracks were letting water seep into the basement—right as they were preparing the home for a future sale. Thankfully, our team stepped in with the PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System, providing a reliable solution without the need for disruptive excavation. These zinc-plated steel beams are designed to straighten and stabilize bowing foundation walls over time. The before-and-after photos speak for themselves—proof that smart solutions and solid teamwork can transform a worrisome issue into a selling point. One more home stabilized, and one more homeowner ready for what’s next!

A homeowner in Duluth, MN contacted us for foundation repair on a rental property facing severe deterioration, becoming progressively worse over the past two years. As seen in the before photo, their foundation displayed noticeable shifts and structural weakness. We solved this issue with our EverBrace Wall Restoration system. As shown in the after picture, this advanced system strengthened the foundation with steel corrugated panels supported by steel I-beams. Rigid foam was used for optimal support. EverBrace offers permanent stabilization and protection against future damage, ensuring a deep sense of security and reliability.

This Duluth, MN homeowner had noticed some signs of foundation settlement in his home. He found that over time cracks developed around his windows and doors as well as an uneven floor. He decided to call DBS to get an expert out to evaluate his current foundation situation. System Design Specialist, Henrik Makitalo, made a trip out to this home and completed a thorough inspection. He presented solutions to the problems this homeowner was experiencing. When the homeowner decided to move forward with DBS, Foreman, Casey Healy, was assigned this job. Casey and his crew installed a PowerBrace system which helps to permanently stabilize the problem foundation wall. The customer was very pleased with the results our system was able to attain. 

A homeowner in Duluth, MN reached out to DBS regarding wall stabilization for their basement. DBS sent a crew to install 8' PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System along the basement wall to help ensure stability and prevent any further issues resulting from the wall crack.

A homeowner in Duluth, MN was concerned about the stability of their home flooring, as it looked to be sinking in the basement area. In need of a solution, they reached out to DBS. It was concluded that the basement would ned to have both the PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System and SmartJack® XL's installed in order to properly provide the right support for the foundation and flooring. These photos show the finished product the SmartJack® XL installation, as well as the newly poured concrete to cover the footings. The results were great, and the homeowner can now enjoy a more safe and comfortable environment.