Updated: Mar 12, 2026
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4746 Rice Lake Rd, Duluth, MN, 55803
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Northern States Basement Systems Construction
Serving homeowners in Duluth, Minnesota, and surrounding areas, Northern States Basement Systems Inc specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete leveling. The company addresses chronic moisture problems, mold, and structural issues in residential basements and crawl spaces. Their project portfolio includes solutions such as sump pump installation, wall anchoring systems, vapor barriers, and stabilization for sagging or shifting foundations. For over 27 years, Northern States Basement Systems Inc has designed and installed systems to prevent basement flooding, reduce humidity, and improve structural integrity in single-family homes throughout the Duluth region. Their process emphasizes thorough inspection, customized repair plans, and use of industry-tested products for long-term performance. The company also provides repair and prevention services for bowing walls, uneven concrete, and floor cracks, enabling clients to reclaim and utilize formerly damp or unstable spaces.
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Phone Number: (218) 724-2862
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Northern States Basement Systems Inc Duluth
Quality
108
95th percentile
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Northern States Basement Systems Inc has a BuildZoom score of 108, which places them above 95% of 77,973 contractors in Minnesota.
Activity
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1 project
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2026 |
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65 projects
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2025 |
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93 projects
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2024 |
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73 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Northern States Basement Systems Inc has worked on at least
232.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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59 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Northern States Basement Systems Inc mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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105 projects
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< $5k |
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117 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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8 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $5,523. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Northern States Basement Systems Inc
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We are proposing to install wall reinforcing 9 ft and 9 ft on east wall on both sides of breeze way and 22ft on north wall and 22 ft on south wall reinforcing will have one #5 bar concreted solid every 2ft 8in on center along all walls to meet engineering requirements. we will push the wall back as straight as possible. we will be adding drain tile and foundation wrap with a sump on t... see more
Valuation:
$25,054
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2505-0253
Status:
issued
Fee:
$582
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install drain tile and dry track on all four walls of the basement and will have wash stone under and in front with concrete over top of the system with 3in id drain tile. sump will be installed in the southeast corner and discharge to the south west and we will tie in the downspout to the discharge line. we will be adding two wall reinforcers to the south west cor... see more
Valuation:
$22,160
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2504-0165
Status:
issued
Fee:
$524
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to dig out 54 ft of the north facing wall and remove and take away the fill. have a letter from hoa. we will be repairing the icf wall. we will push back and brace the wall to meet engineering 2.6 ft from the corner and every 4ft down wall for the rest of the wall. then we will addition outside drain tile and foundation wrap that will tie into a sump in place that wil... see more
Valuation:
$20,180
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2503-0105
Status:
issued
Fee:
$485
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair crawl space foundation we are proposing to install 5 new concrete pads 2ftx2ftx1ft with 4 #5 bars each way and 6 by6 post anchor top and bottom to meet engineering pads that will have 2in of rigid foam and 3-1 3/4 x7 lvl to replace rotten beam. we will be encapsulating the space with clean space 20 mil. this will have 1 ft overlap seal and tape with ci max insulation on walls a... see more
Valuation:
$17,889
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2501-0016
Status:
issued
Fee:
$439
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install an egress window in the south east front corner of home. window will be larger than 5.7sq ft with 5-2x6 header and less then 44in from floor. we will tie into drain tile with a t up to drain the window with 4in of frost protection in the base of the well with wash stone over top of foam board. it has a metal well ladder and cover over the window well. room ... see more
Valuation:
$5,500
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2506-0377
Status:
final
Fee:
$313
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install a new egress window in between the two old windows. in place both windows will be blocked up adding #5 bar and core fill solid along with 4 other walls reinforcing along the 20 ft area of the back wall this will have 1#5 bar concreted solid. wall has 1 super large well and no drainage so it fills up with water. this and poor soil push the wall in. we will r... see more
Valuation:
$11,450
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2506-0351
Status:
final
Fee:
$508
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install 56 ft of water guard along the north wall and 11 ft down east wall 12ft down west wall and tie a sump in place. system will have a wash stone under and in front with concrete over top. we will addition clean space in the same area as the water guard and a window well drain to tie in the system we are installing. the window is on the east corner of home
Valuation:
$5,950
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2505-0281
Status:
final
Fee:
$200
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install water guard sub floor drainage 24 ft on the east wall along with 4 power braces 3ft from corner and every 6ft ft on center to meet engineering standards. system will have wash stone under and in front with concrete over top. we will be pouring a 3 x3 x1 ft pad with 4 #5 each way and a 3 in mono post anchor top and bottom wedge anchor and grk screws specific... see more
Valuation:
$7,878
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2505-0279
Status:
issued
Fee:
$239
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install an egress window in the south east corner of the basement. will have 5-2x6 for header with a bigger than 5.7sq ft window metal well ladder and cover around 30in up from floor. we will tie into the drain tile and have a wash stone drain line up and 4in of frost protection in the base of the window. room is to be used for bedroom ceiling is 78in tall
Valuation:
$5,500
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2504-0188
Status:
issued
Fee:
$313
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition window well & egress window in existing basement bedroom we are proposing to install and egress window in the back north east corner of the home that will have a 5-2x6 header and bigger than the 5.7 sq ft window opening and no more than 30 in from the floor. ceiling is 92 in tall and this is a bedroom. we will install a metal well with a ladder and cover. we will tie into the... see more
Valuation:
$7,400
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2504-0179
Status:
complete
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Egress window and well - additional permits required to create bedroom space - space may be non-compliant due to ceiling height limitations at stair we are proposing to install an egress window in the south east corner of the home that will have a 5-2x6 for header with metal well cover and ladder. window will be bigger than the 5.7 sq and less than 44in from the floor. well will be 50... see more
Valuation:
$6,700
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2504-0173
Status:
issued
Fee:
$353
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install 3 new 2x2x1 concrete footings with 2 #5 bars each way under a 6 x 25 w beam to support floor of home. we will also be encapsulating this space with clean space 20 mil it will have 1ft over laps that are sealed and tape. we will level the area as much as possible and addition a dry well to drain dehumidifier the owner is providing is a 70 pint
Valuation:
$8,780
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2503-0090
Status:
complete
Fee:
$257
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior drain tile (only) - 1 and 2 family dwelling
2025-04-11
We are proposing to install cactus board around the old garage area on 4 sides that is 14in lower than the basement and has finished wall. we will remove the old paneling and takeaway. then we will install a cactus board with 3in id drain tile in this area with a sump in the basement right next to the area working that we will install a new pit in the middle to east side. we will tie ... see more
Valuation:
$5,941
Permit #:
CSBLDGRM-2503-0081
Status:
complete
Fee:
$200
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to pour four new concrete footings 1ft8in by 10in thick with 2 # 5 bar 18 ft down the north facing wall of addition. we will also addition four 6x6 post anchor top and bottom to the beam with strapping specification included. we will addition 2- 2x10 nailed tight to the floor board and level as much as possible to meet engineering
Valuation:
$9,850
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2502-0038
Status:
final
Fee:
$278
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install a water guard subfloor drainage system 14 ft down west wall 22 ft down north wall and 14ft on east wall with a sump in the northeast corner to discharge to the east 20 ft out from home. we will be adding a clean space wall system to the same area specification will be included system will have wash stone and concrete over top and a feed line down area the f... see more
Valuation:
$7,940
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2502-0031
Status:
complete
Fee:
$240
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install a cactus board and 3in id drain tile on the west and north wall with a sump in the northeast corner to discharge to the northeast to a low area 20 ft out from home. system will have wash stone under and in front with concrete over top. we will also be installing a cleanspace wall system in the same area specification will be included. we may need to move th... see more
Valuation:
$6,314
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2501-0026
Status:
issued
Fee:
$207
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to encapsulate two crawl spaces: one small area on the north back of home and one large one on the east end of home. the clean space will have 1 ft overlap seal and tape and is 20 mil. we will also be insulation on the outside walls with 2 in ci max foam meet burn time specification will be included for this and spray foam. large space is around 358 sq and small area ... see more
Valuation:
$6,015
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2501-0009
Status:
complete
Fee:
$201
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install a 9- 3in mono post on footing in place in place post will be anchored top and bottom to the beam and to the pad. pads are in place and have 4x4 posts now. we will also be addition 4in by 8ft x 8 ft. of frost protection under stairs that will fill over the foam board. engineering letter included
Valuation:
$2,902
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2506-0349
Status:
complete
Fee:
$139
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Window/exterior door replacement (only) - 1 and 2 family dwelling
2025-11-12
We are proposing to install two new basement windows in the existing opening. the windows are replaced with the same size as the window in place. windows are the same thickness as wall hopper windows 3/4 thick low e glass all vinyl with r-value 2.94 one is on the east wall facing driveway and one is in the middle of west facing wall
Valuation:
$1,350
Permit #:
CSBLDGRM-2505-0376
Status:
issued
Fee:
$95
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
We are proposing to install 15ft of cactus board and a clean space wall system 5 ft on the west wall and 10 ft on the north wall with a feed line to sump in place. we will cut wall 32 in the area we are working to install the system. system will have washed stone under and in front with concrete over
Valuation:
$1,611
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2505-0247
Status:
issued
Fee:
$105
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | PR644780 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Plumbing |
| Business Type | Corporation, Not Available |
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| License # | BC138537 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Residential Contractors |
| Business Type | Corporation, Not Available |
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| License # | MR57293 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Restricted Master Plumber |
| Business Type | Corporation, Not Available |
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| License # | 20138537 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Residential Building Contr |
| Business Type | Corporation, Not Available |
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295
Permits
- Building permit records show that Northern States Basement Systems Inc has worked on 295 permitted projects.
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