CASE STUDY
BOATHOUSE STABILIZATION IN LAKE NEBAGAMON, WI
A homeowner in Lake Nebagamon, WI, wanted to save her family’s historic boathouse from severe wave and ice damage. We installed our heavy-duty helical pier system to permanently stabilize the structure and preserve this cherished family heirloom.
Recently, we had the privilege of helping a homeowner in Lake Nebagamon, WI, preserve a cherished piece of her family’s history—a boathouse built by her grandfather on land once owned by her great-grandfather. Over time, the structure had become unstable, weakened by the constant battering of waves from the lake. Given the immense emotional and historical significance of the boathouse, the homeowner was determined to preserve this family heirloom.
After reaching out to our dedicated Customer Care team, we arranged a comprehensive inspection. Our Design Specialist, Henrik, visited the site to assess the damage and fully understand the sentimental value the boathouse held for the homeowner. It became clear that the best solution was to install Helical Piers—a proven method for stabilizing structures under pressure from their environment.
Our skilled production team—Nate, Justin, and Glen—equipped with the right expertise and tools, approached the project with care and respect for its history. The Helical Piers would not only stabilize the boathouse but also protect it against Lake Nebagamon’s waves for years to come. After carefully installing the system and ensuring everything aligned with the homeowner’s expectations and technical requirements, we completed the job—leaving behind a secure structure and a grateful homeowner.
This project was more than just about fixing a boathouse; it was about preserving history and safeguarding precious memories. We walked away knowing that our expertise and commitment to providing reliable, long-lasting solutions had helped protect a significant piece of the family’s legacy, ensuring it would continue to stand proudly beside Lake Nebagamon for generations to come.


Stop the Damage, for Good.
What DBS Repair Uses to Stabilize Minnesota Foundations
Every Minnesota foundation problem has a permanent solution. DBS Repair uses proven, engineer-backed systems to stabilize, straighten, and restore homes from Duluth and St. Cloud to Brainerd, Baxter, Elk River, Sauk Rapids, and surrounding counties. And we back every repair with industry-leading, fully transferable warranties.

Foundation Piers:
The Permanent Fix for a Settling Foundation
The most reliable way to stop foundation settlement is to bypass weak soil entirely. DBS Repair installs steel foundation piers that transfer your home’s weight down to stable, load-bearing soil or bedrock, halting settlement permanently and often restoring the structure to its original level position.
Two pier systems we install:
What pier installation solves:
Crawl Space Support Jacks:
Permanent Support for Sagging Floors
Soft, bouncy, or uneven floors above a crawl space need an engineered solution. DBS Repair installs the SmartJack® System, a heavy-duty adjustable steel support post designed for long-term floor stability even in weak soils.
How SmartJack® installation works:
To protect your repair long-term, DBS Repair recommends:
Bowing Wall Repair:
Straighten and Stabilize Before It’s Too Late
A bowing foundation wall won’t fix itself. The longer it moves, the fewer options you have. DBS Repair installs proven, trusted systems to stop inward movement and restore wall strength.
Wall Anchor System
PowerBrace™ Wall System
✅ DBS Repair Tip: The earlier a bowing wall is addressed, the higher the chance of full straightening. Walls that have moved more than 2″ are harder and more costly to correct.
Sunken Slab Repair:
Lift and Level Without Full Replacement
A sinking concrete floor in a Minnesota home, garage, cabin, or lake property doesn’t always mean a full tear-out. DBS Repair uses two minimally invasive methods to lift, stabilize, and level settled slabs. Repairing concrete costs much less than the cost to replace concrete.
Slab Pier System
PolyLevel® Foam Injection
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