CASE STUDY
BASEMENT WATERPROOFING IN SUPERIOR, WI
A homeowner in Superior, WI reached out to us with a persistent and troubling moisture issue: water was actively seeping into their basement. Recognizing the immediate urgency of the situation, they turned to the expert team at DBS for a reliable solution that would not only address the current infiltration but permanently protect their property from future occurrences.
Recently, a homeowner in Superior, WI, reached out to us with a persistent and troubling issue: water was seeping into their basement. This is a common concern among homeowners, as it can lead to significant damage over time and render a potentially valuable space unusable. Recognizing the urgency and frustration associated with water infiltration, we were eager to offer a solution that would not only address the immediate problem but also prevent future occurrences.
After the homeowner contacted our friendly Customer Care team, we promptly arranged a home inspection. An experienced System Design Specialist visited the property and conducted a thorough examination of the basement to pinpoint the exact entry points for the water. Based on this detailed assessment, we recommended a combination of our most advanced waterproofing technologies: DoubleSafe™, a dual sump pump system designed to provide reliable protection against rising water levels and power outages, and IceGuard®, a system that prevents backups caused by frozen discharge lines.
Our skilled production team, led by a proficient foreman and dedicated installers, carried out the installation. They expertly installed the WaterGuard® below-floor drain system to intercept water at the perimeter of the basement and integrated the IceGuard® system outside the home. The DoubleSafe™ Sump Pump was positioned as the final line of defense against water intrusion.
The team worked efficiently, ensuring the installation process was smooth and leaving the area clean and tidy upon completion. The result? A dry basement, restored to its potential as a valuable, usable space, now protected against future water-related issues. This project reflects our commitment to delivering not just immediate solutions but reliable, long-lasting protection, giving homeowners peace of mind and a more comfortable living space.
Is Water Getting Into Your Basement? Here’s How We Stop It for Good
For homeowners in Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd, Baxter, Elk River, Big Lake, Sauk Rapids and nearby St. Louis, Stearns, Sherburne, Benton, Crow Wing and Cass counties, a wet basement isn’t just an inconvenience — it’s a threat to your home’s structure, your family’s health, and your property value. DBS Repair installs proven, permanent waterproofing systems that stop water at the source, not just manage the symptoms.
Interior Drainage and Sump Pump Systems:
Your First Line of Defense
The most effective way to stop basement flooding is to intercept water before it pools. DBS Repair installs the WaterGuard® perimeter drain system, placed where your foundation walls meet the floor to capture water driven in by hydrostatic pressure and route it away from your home automatically.
What our interior drainage system includes:
✅ DBS Repair Tip: A battery backup sump pump is especially important for Minnesota homes, because power outages often happen during the same spring rains, summer storms, and snowmelt events that flood basements.
Wall and Floor Crack Repair:
Seal the Source, Not Just the Surface
Cracks in basement walls and floors are the #1 entry point for groundwater. DBS Repair uses targeted repair products designed to flex with your foundation, not crack, shrink, or peel like generic sealants.
Our crack repair solutions:
Signs you have active crack leakage:
Window Wells, Stairways & Hatchway Waterproofing
Every opening into your basement is a potential flood entry point, especially in Minnesota communities with heavy snowmelt, freeze-thaw cycles, lake-effect moisture, clay soils, and saturated spring ground. DBS Repair waterproofs every vulnerable access point, not just the walls and floor.
Entry point solutions we install:
Humidity Control & Mold Prevention:
Stopping liquid water is only half the battle. Damp masonry constantly releases moisture vapor into your basement air, feeding mold, rotting wood framing, and degrading indoor air quality. DBS Repair addresses both.
Our humidity and air quality solutions:
Why humidity control matters for Minnesota homeowners:
Complete Waterproofing + Foundation Stabilization:
The Full Solution
Water damage and structural failure go hand in hand. When DBS Repair waterproofs your basement, we also assess your walls for bowing, cracking, or inward movement, and can install foundation stabilization systems at the same time to address both problems in one visit.
Combined waterproofing + stabilization includes:
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Why Choose Us
We provide patented permanent home performance solutions with up to a 75-year transferable warranty!
We will treat you like family throughout your entire experience!
We are experienced with over 4,300 customers helped!
BBB Rating of A+
Over 40 Years of Industry Experience
Family Owned and Operated
Basement Waterproofing: What DBS Repair can do for you
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Basement Waterproofing Service Areas in Minnesota
DBS Repair provides basement waterproofing for homeowners across Northern and Central Minnesota, including Duluth and St. Louis County, St. Cloud and Stearns County, Elk River and Sherburne County, Sauk Rapids and Benton County, plus Brainerd, Baxter, Crow Wing County, and Cass County.
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