Before & After

Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

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WaterGuard® Drain System Installed in Hermantown, MN Basement to Prevent Spring Water Intrusion

This homeowner in Hermantown, MN would experiences leaks in the basement in Spring when the snow would melt. Wanting to address the situation, they trusted DBS to help. 

Design Specialist Austin Burley provided the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate to help find the perfect solution for the home. After close inspection, Austin recommended a WaterGuard® Drain System. 

Foreman Dustin Behning led the team in the installation of this project. Together, the team removed the flooring around the perimeter of the basement. After doing so, they installed the drains that connected to a sump pump. These drains collect water seepage from the walls and floor joists and transport the water to the sump pump to be discarded outside of the house. After the installation, the floor is covered with concrete to create a flush look. Once the concrete dries, the installation is totally complete.

This homeowner will no longer have to stress about water intrusion when Spring time comes around.

Basement Waterproofing in Duluth, MN

This homeowner in Duluth, MN wanted to keep their basement dry as they want to use that space and create a lower living room, and didn't want to put money into refinishing the basement if water was going to remain an issue. They wanted a reliable solution, so they reached out to DBS for help. 

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation. After inspecting the home and the issues, Rich recommended our WaterGuard® Drain System, TripleSafe™ Sump Pump, and SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier and provided the owner with a quote.

Foreman Glen Olcott led the installation of this project with help from a team. The team placed the drain lines within trenches along the perimeter of the basement walls. These drains collect the water and transport it to the sump pump where it is removed from the home. CleanSpace® was then applied to the walls for a clean finish and to help guide the water intrusion to the drain lines. The drains then direct all the water to the TripleSafe™ Sump Pump.

Contact DBS today for your free, no-obligation estimate for your waterproofing needs!

Waterproofing System and Powerful Sump Pump Installed In Hermantown, Minnesota Home By DBS Residential Solutions

These homeowners in Hermantown, MN reached out to DBS for help keeping their leaky basement dry. The homeowner uses the basement as a woodshop and was tired of seeing water on the floors of his workspace. 

DBS Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. After inspecting the home, Rich created a custom solution using our WaterGuard® french drainage system and a new TripleSafe™ sump pump. Foreman Joe Harris worked hard to install the waterproofing system. 

This basement is now healthy, safe, and comfortable! The waterproofing system was installed with a nationally-backed warranty so the homeowner will never have to worry about water issues again. 

WaterGuard® Waterproofing Installed in Duluth, MN

A homeowner in Duluth, MN was having ongoing issues with water making its way into their basement area. The homeowner needed extra storage space and was unable to use their basement due to water and mold getting in the basement. 

Mold growth and water damage are common occurrences as a result of basement flooding. In need of a solution, the owner reached out to DBS for a free, no-obligation estimate. After a visit from our Design Specialist, Royce Bunn, it was determined that the basement would need to have a full waterproofing system put in place. This consisted of Foreman, Zach Jorenby, installing CleanSpace® and WaterGuard® to offer a permanent solution to the problem. 

The homeowner can now use this basement for storage without worrying about water damage to their belongings. 

Wet Basement Restored With WaterGuard® in Duluth, MN

This basement in Duluth, MN was experiencing water damage and heavy moisture when the homeowner reached out to DBS.


Our Design Specialist, Rich Johnsen, quickly came to evaluate the situation. He concluded that the basement would need our WaterGuard® System and a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump to ensure a dry and moisture-free area. With a plan set, Foreman, Zach Royer, and his production team came to the home and got to work on the project.


After installation of the WaterGuard® System on the walls and TripleSafe™ Sump Pump, this homeowner now enjoys a clean, dry basement.

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