Before & After
PIERING AND CRAWLSPACE IN MERCER, WI
Recently, we undertook a crawl space piering and encapsulation project in Mercer, WI that proved both fulfilling and transformative. Our team converted a vast, unconditioned lower footprint into a clean, structurally sound environment by installing our high-capacity SmartJack® support beams and CleanSpace® vapor barrier to support sagging floors and ensure long-term structural integrity.
Recently, we undertook a project in Mercer, WI that proved both fulfilling and transformative. The homeowners had just moved into their ideal home, eager to craft it into a cozy, year-round sanctuary for their family. However, they soon recognized that their crawl space required immediate attention to align with their vision. Beneath the house lay a vast, untamed area in need of inspection. Concerns about humidity and unmanaged elements hinted at potential energy inefficiencies and unwelcome pests. Our objective was clear: to ensure this crawl space no longer hindered the homeowners’ goal of a snug, all-season dwelling.
Following a thorough evaluation by our System Design Specialist, we devised a comprehensive strategy. Step one involved installing our CleanSpace® liner, engineered to repel moisture and foster a healthier environment from the ground up. Next, our team strategically placed SmartJack® support beams to reinforce the foundation. This dual approach aimed to rectify sagging floors, ensuring stability and long-term peace of mind.
Throughout the project, ongoing communication between our team and the homeowners underscored our commitment to delivering not just solutions, but an exceptional customer experience. As our skilled installers worked, the once-neglected space began to evolve into a critical component of the home’s structural integrity and energy efficiency. By the time we completed our work and tidied the site, the transformation was evident.
The homeowners were delighted, now proud possessors of a space that not only bolstered their home’s functionality but promised increased comfort and energy savings as winter approached. Their appreciation served as a heartening reminder of why we cherish our work—making a lasting impact in the lives and homes of our community.
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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