Technical Papers

If you are looking to finish your basement, heed this piece of advice - skip the drywall. The conditions in your basement are unlike the rest of your home. Water often winds up in our basements, due to seasonal leaking, and occasional plumbing issues, and in these scenarios, drywall doesn't stand a chance! That's why DBS installs award-winning EverLast™ Wall Paneling System in customer homes. Made from inorganic materials, these panels are water resistant, weight-bearing, insulating... not to mention they look good, too!

Spring is officially here in the Northland! As homeowners bring out their deck furniture for patio season, they may also notice that their deck slants and slopes more than last season. DBS offers a permanent solution to this settlement issue with Helical Pier technology.

The SaniDry™ Sedona is a powerful compact dehumidifier that eliminates unwanted basement or crawlspace moisture. High relative humidity creates an environment for mold and dust mites to flourish while decreasing the energy efficiency of your home's heating system.

Frost, moisture, and other forces of nature interact with the soil around retaining walls causing inward pressure. This leads to cracking, bowing of the wall, and can eventually result in total wall failure, as was the case for a lengthy wall at McDonald's in Duluth. DBS uses patented GeoLock™ technology to support shifting walls.

As the spring season approaches, more and more homeowners will be experiencing new or recurring issues with keeping their basements dry. Whether it is the melting snow or heavy rainfalls, water can find it's way into any home that lacks the proper protection. At DBS, we specialize in providing homeowners with a basement waterproofing system that has proven results. Products for this include the patented drain tile WaterGuard®, TripleSafe™ sump pumps, CleanSpace® wall coverings, and much more.

Invented in 1994, over 1.5 million feet of WaterGuard® has been installed across six countries. This top of the line interior waterproofing system works with all types of foundations and has many benefits.

Having a finished basement can be a great addition to your home. A person must consider all the products used in a basement finishing project, as this type of finishing is different compared to other places in your home. At DBS, one aspect of basement finishing that we carefully take into consideration is the flooring we install. We believe that our quality flooring is worth every penny and has has been tested to create lasting results.