Before & After Photos

In Aurora, MN, heavy rains turned this homeowner's basement into an unwelcome pool, leading to a distressing situation. As you can see in the before photo, water infiltration was a major issue, causing concern and disruption to daily life. But, there's a transformation worth noting! Our team stepped in with a sturdy solution - installing our WaterGuard© system, IceGuard©, and a TripleSafe© Sump Pump. The after photo brilliantly showcases a dry, worry-free basement, embodying our commitment to delivering remarkable customer experiences through reliable, long-lasting fixes.

In the heart of Aurora, MN, nestled a family home plagued with a pesky problem — their spacious, 8-foot tall basement, perfect for storage and prime for finishing, was under siege by leaks every time it rained, thanks to its ICF poured walls. As you can see in the before photo, the challenge was clear, but fear not, for DBS had the perfect duo for an undeniable transformation. With the installation of our WaterGuard® drainage system, IceGuard® to battle blockages from ice and snow, and the robust DoubleSafe™ Sump Pump, we turned their once downtrodden space into the dry, reliable retreat shown in the after photo. Our commitment ensured this cozy basement remained extensively waterproofed and worry-free, providing our homeowners with the peace of mind they deserved.

A homeowner near McGregor, MN reached out to DBS looking for help with their wet basement. One of our Design Specialists provided the homeowner with a free no-obligation estimate for our Basement Waterproofing Service after a thorough inspection. One of our crews installed our french drain system, a new sump pump, and CleanSpace® water vapor barrier to thoroughly waterproof the space. Our crew also installed our PowerBrace® wall bracing system to permanently stabilize the foundation walls, providing peace of mind to the homeowner.

In McGregor, MN, this homeowner faced years of frustration with a persistently leaky basement, especially challenging after her husband passed. Her split-level home, as shown, struggled under the weight of water intrusion. We stepped in to bring peace of mind and dry floors with our proven solutions: the WaterGuard® drainage system, a reliable DoubleSafe™ Sump Pump, and the IceGuard® system to combat freezing. Notice in the after photo—the dry, secure basement space, ready for years of enjoyment without the worry of leaks.

The owner of this home in McGregor, MN discovered their new home had foundation and water issues. Looking for solutions to both, they reached out to DBS.

A DBS Design Specialist went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. After a thorough inspection, they generated a free quote that recommended our PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System for the foundation issues as well as our waterproofing system.

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed 4 PowerBrace™ i-beams to permanently stabilize the foundation walls in the basement. For the water issues, the crew installed our WaterGuard® french drain system and a sump pump to expel water up and away from the foundation. To finish the waterproofing aspect of the project, the crew installed a layer of CleanSpace® water vapor barrier.

Now that the home has been permanently stabilized and properly waterproofed, the homeowner can relax more peacefully in their new home.