Before & After Photos

These homeowners in Duluth, MN wanted to address and improve the insulation problems their home was experiencing. They decided to reach out to DBS for help for a professional solution.

Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer assisted the owners with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a close, in-person inspection, our SprayFoam and blown cellulose insulation solutions were recommended.

Foreman Nicholas Woods led the installation of this project with help from a team. The crew began by removing the old insulation and debris from the cold attic. SprayFoam is then used as the first layer of insulation due to the face that it also acts as an air sealant and a moisture barrier. Cellulose insulation is then blown into the space creating a lasting and effective solution.

This homeowner can now relax in their healthy, warm home!

A homeowner in Duluth, MN reached out to DBS when they observed ice dams forming on their roof, causing them to worry about their home's well-being. They wanted to prevent damage and find a permanent solution for their home. Our Design Specialist went out to the property to do a free, no-obligation estimate to determine the best solution for the homeowner. After the inspection, our Design Specialist recommended our SprayFoam and cellulose insulation solution. 

One of our Foreman led the installation of this project with help from a team. The crew began by removing the old insulation and debris. Then they began the insulation process with the first layer of SprayFoam insulation since it also acts as an air sealant and a moisture barrier. Cellulose insulation is then blown into the space to help create a lasting and effective solution. Now this homeowner can relax in their healthy home!

Facing ongoing issues with ice dams and seeking improved energy efficiency in Hermantown, MN, a homeowner reached out to us to address the challenges in their attic. As shown in the before photo, the attic lacked adequate insulation, which only intensified their problems. We provided a reliable solution by installing our advanced Tru-Soft™ cellulose insulation. The after photo highlights the impressive upgrade, creating a much more energy-efficient space that is now better insulated against ice dam formation. Thanks to Tru-Soft™ cellulose, the homeowner can now enjoy a more comfortable, efficient home without the winter troubles of the past.

These Duluth, MN homeowners contacted us about drafty areas in their home. Specific areas in the bedrooms, bathrooms, and living space of the home's main level were cold to the touch. In search of a permanent solution, the homeowners reached out to DBS about our Dr. Energy Saver® solutions.

A DBS Design Specialist visited the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the project. Upon inspection of the encapsulated crawl space, our expert determined that spray foam would be used at the rim joist of the crawl space to prevent cold air from reaching the main level of the home. Our production crew then dense packed the home's exterior walls with Tru-Soft™ cellulose providing a solid radiant barrier to stand up to winter temperatures.

Owners of this Duluth, MN home dreamt of making improvements and remodeling. With some signs of foundation settling and a wet crawl space, they knew they needed to improve the conditions beneath their home first.

DBS Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate for the project. He assessed the structural concerns, as well as the wet and musty crawl space. He worked with the homeowners to design a plan that would increase their year-round comfort and maintain their property value for years to come. 

DBS Foreman Nick Burley lead this crawl space project. He and his team completely removed the debris and excavated dirt beneath the space and added some gravel back to encourage better drainage in the space. From there, they installed our 3-layer system for crawl space encapsulation. First, drainage matting to eliminate moisture buildup, TerraBlock™ crawl space insulation, and CleanSpace® vapor barrier. These three products work together to fully protect the crawl space and condition spaces around them from the effects of cold air and moisture. 

To correct the structural issues, they installed 26 total SmartJack® support beams in order to restore the home to a level position.

From there, DBS Foreman Nick Woods II and his insulation crew sealed the crawl space vertical walls, from the floor to the rim joists with closed cell spray foam. This will stop airflow and prevent moisture from entering the space.