Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

This home in Ashland, WI suffered from cracking basement walls. Cracking in the walls had made it easy for water to leak into the basement over time, raising concerns regarding the safety of their basement. The owner had just purchased the home in May and was looking forward to making renovations, but knew that they needed to address the foundation issues before doing so. In hopes of finding a permanent solution, they reached out to DBS.

Design Specialist James Miller visited the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate of the issue. After completing a thorough inspection, James advised the homeowner that the supporting wooden columns in the basement needed to be replaced in order to stabilize the home. James suggested that DBS's SmartJack® System and PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System solutions would solve the wall cracking issue.

Foreman Osia Williams led the installation of this project alongside his crew. Together they installed 3 PowerBrace™ I-beams and 6 SmartJack® supports. Upon completion of installation, the walls are unable to crack or bow any further, and the home has been permanently stabilized.

The homeowner can now have peace of mind when beginning their renovation projects knowing that the walls have been supported and that their basement foundation is structurally sound.

This homeowner in Ashland, WI was experiencing instability in their cold, dark basement. Water was leaking into the basement due to large cracks in the basement foundation. Wanting a permanent fix, this homeowner turned to DBS for help. 

Design specialist James Miller assisted this homeowner is a free no-obligation estimate. James suggested that a GeoLock™ Wall Anchor System be installed in order to stabilize the walls and create a healthier home.

Foreman Osia Williams led a crew in the installation of this project. Together the team installed 7 GeoLock™ Wall Anchors. To do this the team connected steel rods to wall plates located inside the basement walls and to earth anchors located underground outside of the home. This rod connection is adjusted to stabilize the wall, prevent movement in the future, and help replace it to its original position.

This homeowner can now relax knowing her home is stable and supported.

A home in Ashland, WI was experiencing trouble with the foundation wall. It had started to crack and bow inwards, and the owner found was eager for a solution. They reached out to DBS, and after thorough inspection, it was concluded that the basement would need to have the PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System installed to allow for maximum wall support. The results turned out wonderfully, and the homeowner can now feel more comfortable with their basement foundation. 

This homeowner in Ashland, WI wanted to restore their peace of mind and fix their bowing wall. Needing a professional and permanent solution, they trusted DBS to help.

Design Specialist Jake Gilmer visited the home to conduct a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Jake recommended our GeoLock® Wall Anchoring System. 

Foreman Fred Bozvay led the installation of this project with help from a team. The team began by excavating an area outside of the home to install the earth anchor. This anchor is attached to a steel plate that is installed on the bowing wall. Once connected, the system can be adjusted to pull the cracked wall back into the original position and prevent movement.

This homeowner can now relax with peace of mind that their home is safe and secure. 

This homeowner in Ashland, WI was concerned with their bowing basement walls. They wanted to find the perfect solution, so they reached out to DBS for help.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo assisted the owner in a free, no-obligation estimate. After a thorough inspection, Henrik recommended our PowerBrace® System. 

Foreman Osia Williams, and Co-Foreman Rowan Wentworth, installed this project. These steel i-beams are connected to the floor and rim joists. They stop any further movement and can be adjusted to restore the wall back to the original, stable position.

This homeowner can now relax knowing their foundation walls are stable and supported.