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Hide-A-Way® Wall Anchor Covers
PowerBrace™ Foundation Wall Repair System
Street Creep Repair
Crawl Space Structural Repair
SmartJack® Crawl Space Support Posts
Foundation Crack Repair
Geo-Lock™ Street Creep Repair System
Foundation Pier Systems
Foundation Push Pier Systems
Foundation Helical Pier System
Slab Pier System
PolyLevel Concrete Leveling

Cabin Repair
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Helical Piers
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Earth Anchors Installed in Makinen, MN

Earth Anchors Installed in Makinen, MN

Before After
Earth Anchors Installed in Makinen, MN Earth Anchors Installed in Makinen, MN

A homeowner needed better wall stabilzation for the foundation of their home. DBS went in and installed the GeoLock® Wall Anchor System to help support the wall and hopefully straighten it back out. The photos show the yard and foundation wall before and after the anchors were embedded within the soil.

Foundation Wall Stabilization Using GeoLock® System in Makinen, MN

Foundation Wall Stabilization Using GeoLock® System in Makinen, MN

Before After
Foundation Wall Stabilization Using GeoLock® System in Makinen, MN Foundation Wall Stabilization Using GeoLock® System in Makinen, MN

These homeowners reached out to DBS for help stabilizing their bowing foundation walls. 

Design Specialist, Royce Bunn went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. Increased soil pressure over time has caused these walls to bow. GeoLock® wall anchors are embedded in stable soil away from your foundation wall and are then connected to steel anchors with long galvanized rods. These are tightened to stabilize shifting walls and can be adjusted over time in an attempt to bring the walls back to level. Foreman Zach Royer and his production crew worked hard to install the GeoLock® system. 

This home is now healthy, safe, and stable all year round! 

 

 

Cabin Made Energy Efficient By Dr. Energy Saver® In Makinen, Minnesota

Cabin Made Energy Efficient By Dr. Energy Saver® In Makinen, Minnesota

Before After
Cabin Made Energy Efficient By Dr. Energy Saver® In Makinen, Minnesota Cabin Made Energy Efficient By Dr. Energy Saver® In Makinen, Minnesota

These homeowners in Makinen, MN reached out to DBS for help with making their cabin more energy efficient. Rising heating and cooling costs were an issue in this cabin and the homeowners wanted a permanent solution for the problem. 

A Dr. Energy Saver® Design Specialist went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. After inspecting the property and conducting an energy audit it was determined that closed cell spray foam would offer the best solution for the temperature regulation problem. This home was repaired by DBS Foreman Orrin Sundberg and his production crew.

This home is now healthy, safe, and comfortable! 

Company Awards
Joel Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success Awards - 2015 Emerging Entrepreneur Award
The owner of DBS Residential Solutions, Bonnie Sundberg was awarded the 2015 Emerging Entrepreneur Award. This award from the Labovitz... [Read more]
Top 10 in Total Basement Finishing
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Basement Systems® Award
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Home Repair & Improvement Contractor Serving Makinen

For more than a decade, DBS has been providing reliable home repair and improvement services in Makinen, MN, and beyond. We are committed to offering industry-leading solutions, friendly service, and professional results. DBS works hard to create lasting relationships with all our customers to ensure permanent results, not just today, but also in the future.

Effective home repairs by DBS:

  • Foundation Repair
  • Basement Finishing
  • Concrete Repair
  • And more!

From bowing walls and uneven floors to unfinished basements and cracked concrete, DBS can help solve your problems in Makinen, MN. Contact us today to schedule a free estimate!

Durable Foundation Repairs for Bowing Walls & More in Makinen

If you have noticed uneven floors, cracks in your foundation, or bowing walls, it is important to have these foundation issues fixed as soon as possible. Our reliable professionals are here to help! We have the experience, training, and warrantied products required to solve your foundation issue. A typical home foundation repair normally takes less than a week to complete, and all of our systems come with a written warranty.

Common foundation issues:

  • Bowing Foundation Walls
  • Foundation Settlement
  • Sagging Crawl Spaces
  • Foundation Wall Cracks
  • Floor Cracks
  • Uneven Floors
  • Heaving Foundations
  • Tilting Chimneys
  • Stickings Windows & Doors

Say goodbye to foundation issues today with DBS! Reach out to us at 1-218-514-5766 to schedule your free estimate.

Concrete Repair Expert Serving Makinen

Do you have sinking and uneven concrete? Not only does sagging concrete reduce the curb appeal of your home, but it also poses a tripping hazard to you and all your guests. The last thing you want is for someone to get hurt due to uneven and unsightly concrete. Luckily, DBS offers expert concrete repair services. We offer a variety of concrete leveling and repair products and services, including:

  • PolyLevel® Injection
  • Interior Slab Leveling
  • Cracked Concrete Repair
  • Sidewalk Repair
  • Concrete Driveway Repair
  • Pool Deck Repair
  • SealantPro™
  • DecoShield™ Concrete Sealer

Makinen Basement Finishing Professional

DBS uses state-of-the-art products and technology designed to provide a more beautiful and comfortable basement space. Plus, we offer flexible financing options, free written estimates, and efficient installation. We can completely transform your basement into the following:

  • Home Theater
  • Basement Bar
  • Basement Gym
  • Pool Hall
  • Recording Studio
  • Home Office
  • Guest Room
  • Children’s Playroom

Allow us to help you with your basement finishing project! Give us a call at 1-218-514-5766 to schedule your free basement finishing estimate today. We are proud to serve Makinen, MN and areas nearby.

Case Studies From Makinen
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This client called DBS with the problem of their basement was moving inward and leaking. This is an area that Dr. Energy Saver Solutions works...
Job Stories From Makinen, MN
Crawlspace and Piering in Makinen, MN

This homeowner in Makinen, MN reached out to DBS because they discovered significant settling and cracking in their slab foundation, which supports a prefab home on concrete pillars. The settling had caused cracks extending back to the pillar support. The primary goal was to permanently stabilize and lift the settled slab foundation, addressing the settling issue and potential water leakage.

 

Our experienced foreman, Jordan Salmi, and his crew started on the project right away. They started by lift the slab and using our PolyLevel® foam to fill voids during and after the lift. Given the encapsulation plans, the team ensured PolyLevel application before encapsulation to avoid drilling through the CleanSpace® liner.

Additionally, the crew reinforced the slab with a thickened edge and rebar to provide lasting stability. The 3-part encapsulation process was implemented to address water leakage onto the concrete floor, particularly around the 30 concrete block supports. The NexusPro™ crack repair and joint sealant were applied to remedy existing cracks and prevent future issues.

 

Upon completion, the homeowners expressed satisfaction, noting that the project not only met but exceeded their expectations!

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Home Stabilization Project in Makinen, MN

A cabin in Makinen, MN needed maintenance to make sure the home was stable. DBS sent a design specialist to see what work was needed to create a safe environment in the home. DBS concluded that we needed to remove the existing structure of the home and install our own pier system into the foundation, the goal being to restore the sinking floors, and home back to its original placement. Our installation works to make sure all our clients live in safe, stable homes and cabins, DBS installed helical pier stabilization system and lifted the foundation for our clients. We’ve included a pre-production photo of the cabin that needed to be repaired. In the photos, you can see the way that the flooring is sagging beneath the foundation.

 

Home Stabilization Project in Makinen, MN - Photo 1
Foundation Support Job in Makinen, MN

A home in Makinen, MN had an issue with the foundation. The basement wall had started to cave in and this would cause water to leak slowly in from the outside. This can be a major problem that has lasting effects from both the bowing wall and leaking water damage. A proper solution was much needed for the homeowner. They were able to reach DBS and have a Design Specialist come out to provide a free, no-obligation for the service. It was concluded that the foundation wall would need the installation of the GeoLock® Wall Anchor System. This service is comprised of galvanized steel earth anchors that are embedded into undisturbed soil on the outside of a foundation wall. The anchor is then attached to one end of a steel rod which connects with another anchor installed on the interior portion of the wall. Once the ground is backfilled, it creates a force that helps pull the wall and stabilizes it from any futher bowing movements. The GeoLock® Wall Anchor System is a certified solution to foundation problems, and can prevent future issues you may find with damaged walls.

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