Rich Johnsen

This foundation in Eau Claire, WI, has its third mobile home on top of it. Over time the foundation began to crack. The owner reached out to DBS and scheduled an appointment with a specialist to come out to the home. DBS was able to find a solution to fix the cracked foundation wall. The installation of PowerBraces and Carbon Armor were the proposed solution. The installed crew from DBS came and the walls were permanently stabilized. 

These homeowners in Eau Claire, WI reached out to DBS for help with stabilizing their basement walls.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the home and analyzed the damage. Over time the soil surrounding the home became compressed and was adding pressure to the basement walls. Foreman Casey Healey and his production crew installed our CarbonArmor® Wall Reinforcing System to the failing walls. CarbonArmor® is made out of carbon fiber and is 10 times stronger than steel. CarbonArmor® is flexible and contours to the foundation wall with high adhesion and paintable low profile design.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe!

This Chetek, WI home was built in 2000. Just this year, the homeowners had isssues with water intrusion in their basement, that caused damage to their drywall and plywood walls. 

Our Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the waterproofing work. It was determined that a drainage system and new sump pump were needed to protect the home after heavy rains. 

DBS Foreman Zach Jorenby and crew worked on the interior waterproofing job. The crew began by breaking out concrete to create a trench around the home's footing. Our WaterGuard® drain system was put into place and will effectively capture wall and floor seepage, directing it to a new SingleSafe™ sump pump. The crew finished the job by burying adding an IceGuard® outlet to prevent any winter time freezeups of the discharge line.

This homeowner no longer has to worry about basement flooding, and can count on a dry basement going forward. 

The owner of the cabin was looking to sell the cabin to his friend. As part of the agreement, he needed to get the foundation wall secured. The owner called the experts at DBS to come out and find a solution to the bowing foundation wall. System Design Specialist, Rich Johnson, made a visit out to the cabin and found a quality solution to the problem foundation wall. The use of PowerBraces would secure the wall and prevent any further damage to the wall and cabin. Foreman, Casey Healy, and his crew were able to install the PowerBraces and secure the wall. This homeowner was very pleased with the results and was able to sell the cabin to his friend confident that the foundation wall was permanently fixed. 

These Birchwood, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their basement walls began to crack and bow.

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.
Foreman Casey Healey and his production crew installed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to immediately stabilize the bowing walls. Over time the PowerBrace® System is tightened by our service team to restore the wall to level.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

This Hayward, WI cabin owners was in need of a permanent solution for their cabin foundation. As seen in the before photo, the foundation was cracking and shifting, in threat of collapsing in certain areas. 

After hearing about us from their neighbor, they called DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate with our Design Specialist Rich Johnsen. He diagnosed the foundation issues beneath the cabin and designed a custom solution for the homeowners using two different wal support systems.

Foreman Nick Burley and his crew installed 4 GeoLock™ Wall Plates and Earth Anchors to the failing foundation wall. This system uses the heavy-duty anchors in and connects them to plates on the wall interior wall. Connected with long, galvanized rods, these anchors are tightened to straighten the wall over time and provide maximum support. The team also installed a PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System. This is meant to support walls from further movement and can be tightened over time, in order to restore the walls to their original position. The PowerBrace™ beams are zinc-plated and backed with a 75-year warranty against movement.

The customer was happy with the work done and now had a permanent solution they can count on for years to come.

These Woodville homeowners reached out to DBS after their newly purchased home started having water issues in the basement. The previous homeowners did a partial waterproofing job with a different company and the results were not successful. Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. A DBS Foreman and their production team installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement and a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to keep water out of the basement for good. This home now has a clean, safe and dry basement to enjoy. 

These homeowners in Iron River, MN reached out to DBS for help keeping their leaky basement dry. When we arrived the basement had water damage, musty odors, and moisture in the air. 

DBS Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. After inspecting the home and water damage Rich recommended installing our WaterGuard® subfloor french drainage system paired with a TripleSafe™ sump pump. This system will never need to be emptied by the homeowner and is installed with a nationally-backed warranty. WaterGuard® sits flush with the floor and can be completely hidden with tile, carpet, or wood flooring. 

This home was repaired by DBS Foreman Joe Harris and his production crew. This home is now healthy, safe, and comfortable! 

These homeowners in Herbster, WI had been dealing with a wet basement since they moved in 20 years ago. They noticed the problem getting significantly worse, making it unsuitable for storage and laundry spaces. After learning about our waterproofing service on local tv, they decided they were ready for a permanent solution with DBS.

DBS Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen, went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Rich saw signs of water immediately when he entered the basement. After thoroughly inspecting the interior and exterior of the property, Rich presented a solution that would solve the basement's water issues.

DBS Production Manager Kevin Steffey was the project foremen on the job. He and his crew applied CleanSpace® wall poly to collect moistue and direct it to a brand new WaterGuard® french drainage system. This system sits flush with the floor and is completely hidden and new flooring will be installed over it. 

This home is now healthy, safe, and comfortable!

This home in Luck, WI was experiencing some water problems in the basement. After homeowner called DBS for an appointment, System Design Specialist, Rich Johnson went out to the home for a FREE, no obligation estimate. Rich inspected the home and then explained that the best possible solution would be to waterproof the basement with the DBS system. This system also included a SuperSump and wall poly. The customer signed the written proposal that same day and a date was set to have Foreman, Casey Healey, and his team complete the installation. After Casey and his team professionally waterproofed the basement, the homeowner no longer had to worry about water problems becoming an issue.

These Luck, WI homeowners reached out to DBS after they had been having issues with water pooling in their basement and wanted a permanent solution to the problem.
DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. A DBS Foreman and their production team installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement and then covered the walls with CleanSpace® waterproofing material which now leads any unwanted water directly to the sump pump.
This home now has a clean, safe and dry basement to enjoy.

These Danbury, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their foundation walls began to crack. 

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the problem. DBS Foreman Casey Healey and his production crew installed our PowerBrace® Wall Bracing system to permanently stabilize the failing walls. 

This home now has safe and stable floors to enjoy year-round!

These St. Croix Falls, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their basement walls began to crack and bow.

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.
Foreman Kevin Steffey and his production crew installed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to immediately stabilize the bowing walls. Over time the PowerBrace® System is tightened by our service team to restore the wall to level.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

These Poplar, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their basement walls began to crack and bow.

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.
A DBS Foreman and their production crew installed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to immediately stabilize the bowing walls. Over time the PowerBrace® System is tightened by our service team to restore the wall to level.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

This 1980's family home in Poplar, WI was having water issues in their finished basement. After learning about our work on local radio, the owners contacted DBS in search of a permanent solution. 

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen is our expert in basement waterproofing and visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. After thoroughly inspecting the leaky basement, Rich designed a custom plan for a basement waterproofing system including our WaterGuard® french drain system and a new sump pump.

DBS Foreman Joe Harris and his crew installed our basement waterproofing products. First, they dug a trench around the perimeter of the basement and carried out the concrete. From there, they installed our WaterGuard® drainage system and surrounded it with gravel to encourage proper drainage. Once the drain system install was complete, they connected it to a SingleSafe™ sump pump and covered the drain with new concrete. 

This homeowner now has a proven system for keeping water out of the basement. 

These Apple Valley, MN homeowners reached out to DBS when their floors began to sag.
DBS Design Specialist Royce Bunn provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the problem. DBS Foreman Kevin Steffey and his production crew installed Smartjack® stabilization beams and PowerBraces along the floor joints.
This home now has safe and stable floors to enjoy year-round!

These Silver Bay homeowners connected with DBS after being referred by a friend. They had been having water issues in their basement from their old sump pump and needed one that would keep the basement dry. Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Foreman Zach Royer and his production team replaced the existing broken sump pump with our TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to keep water out of the basement for good. This home now has a clean, safe and dry basement to enjoy. 

These homeowners in Silver Bay reached out to DBS for help keeping their basement dry. 

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Rich recommended installing our WaterGuard® french drainage system and two IceGuard® attachments to protect the system during the Northlands harsh winter months. 

This home was repaired by DBS Production Manager Kevin Steffey and his production crew.

This Superior, WI home was built in the 1950's. Homeowners noticed flooding in the basement around 10 years ago. Fearful that the water issue would only get worse, causing mold and other damage to the basement, the homeowner contacted DBS. 

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the foundation support and a waterproofing system. Our DBS production team installed our WaterGuard® french drain system and CleanSpace® along the perimeter of the basement. This system directs all the moisture to a new SuperSump® Premier Pump System. 

The installation was successful and provided a solid solution to pooling water in the basement!

In this particular Superior, WI home, DBS was tasked with replacing a large support beam in the crawlspace as well as installing reinforced supports, SmartJacks®, for that beam. Foreman Drew Sundberg and his crew were able to secure this foundation. The homeowner feels safe having their newly secured foundation.

This home was being supported by old, rotting log supports. There were places where the support beams had fallen! Our System Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen, made a visit out to this home and gave a free, no-obligation estimate for the work needed to stabilize this crawlspace. In his proposal, Rich found that the home needed better, long-lasting support. The use of our SmartJacks would provide a stable, level home for this Superior, WI home. 

After seeing our DBS ad on local television, this Superior, WI homeowner reached out for information on basement waterproofing. Our Design Specialist Rich Johnson visited the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate where he evaluated the water damage and created a plan of action. Our Foreman Zach Royer came out with his crew and installed our WaterGuard® system along the perimeter of the basement. Our WaterGuard® system is an improved French drain system that collects water and drains it to your sump pump quickly without any issues or clogging. This family now enjoys a dry basement year-round!

If you are experiencing any water or moisture issues with your basement or foundation call us today. We can set you up an appointment with one of our specialists, for a free, no-obligation estimate to find a solution to your problem!  

Homeowners in Superior, WI reached out to DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate for their basement waterproofing and stabilization project. DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen met with the homeowner and created a plan to waterproof and stabilize the basement space. Foreman Zach Royer and his production team installed WaterGuard® around the perimeter of the basement in addition to a new TripleSafe™ Sump Pump. FlexiSpan® was installed over cracks in the foundation which allows water to drain into the WaterGuard® system with ease keeping unwanted water out. The homeowners now enjoy a clean, durable and dry finished basement. 

These Superior homeowners reached out to DBS after seeing our ad in the local paper. They had been having issues with mold and rotting wood in their basement and wanted a permanent solution to the problem. Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Foreman Zach Jorenby and his production team installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement flooring, CleanSpace® Wall Poly was installed on the walls and everything now flows to a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to keep water out of the basement for good. This home now has a safe and dry basement to enjoy with a clean new look. 

Homeowners in Superior, WI reached out to DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate for their basement waterproofing project. They had vacuumed up over 65 gallons of water before DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen met with the homeowner and created a plan to waterproof the basement space. DBS Foreman Steve Lafontaine and his production crew installed WaterGuard® around the perimeter of the basement in addition to a new TripleSafe™ Sump Pump. ZenWall™ paneling replaced the previous drywall and allows water to drain into the WaterGuard® system with ease keeping unwanted water out. The homeowners now enjoy a clean, durable and dry finished basement free of moisture and odors. 

These Superior, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their floors began to sag and bow.
DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Rich noticed the wood support beams were rotting under the home and needed to be replaced. 
A DBS Foreman and their production crew installed our SmartJack® System to immediately stabilize the failing floors.
This home is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

These Superior, WI homeowners reached out to DBS after meeting us at the Duluth Home and Boat Show. Their failing basement walls had begun to crack and bow.

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.

Foreman Zach Royer and his production crew installed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to immediately stabilize the bowing walls. Over time the PowerBraces are tightened by our service team to restore the wall to level.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

These Superior, WI homeowners reached out to DBS when their basement walls began to crack and bow.

DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the property and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.
Foreman Kevin Steffey and his production crew installed our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System to immediately stabilize the bowing walls. Over time the PowerBrace® System is tightened by our service team to restore the wall to level.

This basement is now permanently stabilized and safe for the family to enjoy.

These Superior homeowners reached out to DBS after being referred by a friend. They had been having issues with water pooling in their basement and wanted a permanent solution to the problem.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Foreman Casey Healy and his production team installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement and a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to keep water out of the basement for good.

This home now has a clean, safe and dry basement to enjoy.

These Superior, WI homeowners reached out to DBS after unwanted water was entering their basement. 

They had been having issues with mold and rotting wood in their basement and wanted a permanent solution to the problem. Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work.
Foreman, Casey Healey, and his production team installed our WaterGuard® System along the perimeter of the basement flooring, CleanSpace® Wall Poly was installed on the walls and everything now flows to a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to keep water out of the basement for good.

This home now has a safe and dry basement to enjoy with a clean new look!