DBS Before & After Photos

The owner of this home in Champlin, MN noticed that the wall in their basement bedroom was cracked near the ceiling above the egress window. They were worried about the structural integrity of the wall, so they decided to reach out to DBS.

A DBS Design Specialist was sent out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist educated the homeowners on what the root of the issue was, soil. The soil around the home is loosely packed, allowing it to shift and settle over time. This applies unwanted force inwards onto the basement walls and over time, they crack.

A DBS Foreman led the installation on this project with help from a crew. Together they installed our GeoLock™ Wall Anchor System to permanently stabilize the walls. The GeoLock™ Wall Anchor System works by excavating a hole on the exterior of the home into the soil. Then a pole is drilled from the inside of the basement out to the excavation site and a steel plate is attached to either end. The bolt-on the interior plate is tightened until the wall pushes against the interior plate, and the soil pushes against the exterior plate.

Now that the basement walls have been stabilized, the homeowner can relax peacefully knowing their basement bedroom is structurally sound.

In Champlin, MN, a homeowner faced a sinking back patio directing water towards their house, and pooling water on the sidewalk wasn't helping either. As you can see in the 'before' photo, the uneven and water-damaged areas were a cause for concern. But look at the transformation in the 'after' photo! Our expert team used PolyLevel to lift and stabilize the patio and sidewalk, ensuring proper drainage, and NexusPro to seal the joints, keeping further water out. By addressing the issue head-on, we not only solved the immediate water problems but also refreshed the home’s outdoor space, offering a long-term, reliable solution that beautifies while it protects.

A homeowner from Princeton, MN reached out to DBS looking for help with their damp crawl space. One of our Design Specialists went to the home to run a free no-obligation estimate appointment. After a thorough inspection, our Design Specialist provided the homeowner with a free quote for our Crawl Space Waterproofing Service. One of our crews installed our waterproofing products in the crawl space to thoroughly waterproof the area and give peace of mind for the homeowner.

In Princeton, MN, a homeowner reached out, wanting their crawlspace fit for four-season living while boosting their home's value. Imminent discomfort from the chilly drafts and potential sealing issues were visible, showcasing the need for a fix. We tackled it head on. By installing spray foam insulation, we transformed an inefficient space into a secure and warm foundation layer—notice in the photos the extensive difference. Not only did we revitalize their crawlspace for year-round comfort, but we also amplified their investment, embodying our mission for a remarkable customer experience backed by lasting solutions.

Moisture issues were plaguing this crawl space in Anoka, MN. Tired of living with the musty smells throughout the home, the owner contacted DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate of encapsulating the space.

DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo came up with a solution that would take care of the musty smells and even make the whole house warmer. Our crawl space encapsulation system seals and insulates with 3 layers of moisture and mold-resistant materials. 

Tyler Nacey led a crew to encapsulate the crawl space. They began by installing drainage matting against the dirt crawl space floor. From there, our TerraBlock™ crawl space insulation was installed, creating a radiant barrier. The last layer is CleanSpace®, a thick poly sheet that will prevent moisture and musty odors from developing and traveling through the rest of the home.