Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

A homeowner from Soudan, MN reached out to DBS looking for help with their sinking cabin foundation. One of our Design Specialists went to the home to run a free no-obligation estimate appointment. After a thorough inspection, our Design Specialist provided the homeowner with a free quote for our Cabin Pier System. One of our crews removed the old foundation supports and replaced each of them with out helical piers to permanently stabilize the cabin's foundation. Now the homeowner can relax with peace of mind from foundation issues!

Previously, a home in Tower, MN struggled with uneven floors and a failing foundation, causing the homeowners concern about the stability and safety of their house. Our solution, the SmartJack® and Helicast™ Grouted Helical Pile System, provided a reliable, quick-to-install fix that not only stabilized the structure but also ensured its long-term strength. The photo illustrates how we turned anxiety into reassurance by addressing the issue from the ground up, effectively restoring balance to both the home and its relieved owners.

This cabin in Tower, MN was first built in 1895. After owning this property since the 1960's, they've noticed some significant issues with the cabin's foundation and crawl space. Concerned about protecting this family heirloom, the owners contacted DBS for a permanent solution.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. It was determined that a lift procedure was needed to address foundation settlement, as well as some supplemental support. Jose Valenzuela and his crew installed 100+ feet of supplemental support beam beneath the home and then drove 6 HelixPro® piers into the ground to support the structure. These piers are driven through the soil, down to the strata layer of rock, providing solid support to the space.

The owner was happy with the work done, and can continue to enjoy this cabin retreat with family for years to come!

The owner of this home in Tower, MN was getting ready to sell their property when they discovered it had foundational issues. The original foundation for this home was composed of concrete block supports and over time they had settled into the ground as the soil moisture level changed. Looking for a solution, the owner contacted DBS.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. After completing a thorough inspection, Henrik informed the owner that DBS had a foundation solution called helical piers. Our helical piers are called HelixPro® and they are designed with a true helix shape in order to penetrate the soil. A

Foreman was sent out to the property to lead the installation of this project and with the help of a crew, they installed 10 helical piers. After the installation was properly completed, the home is guaranteed against the movement for 25-years with a transferrable warranty.

Now that the home has been permanently stabilized, the owner can have peace of mind knowing that they will be able to continue the process of selling their home in order to find another home that better suits their needs.

This homeowner in Tower, MN was facing problems with the foundation settlement sinking. They wanted this problem fixed and the structure lifted so they could build a new addition next to the cabin and fix the unfitting doorways.

Design Specialist James Miller assisted this owner in a free, no-obligation estimate in order to decide what solution would be the best for their home. After a careful inspection, James recommended that helical piers be used to lift the foundation back to the original position. 

Foreman Trevor Ingle led a team in the installation of this project. Together, the team installed 8 helical piers in order to stabilize and lift the cabin. These piers are driven into the ground like a screw until it reaches stable, native soil. Using hydraulic power, the pier then pushes against the ground and back to the structure to lift the structure's foundation back to its original position. This will close gaps and cracks, and realign the doors and windows.

This homeowner can now build their new addition knowing their cabin is permanently stable.