Before & After Photos

The new owners of this Duluth, MN home were experiencing issues with cold floors and were dreading high energy bills in the wintertime. They had only been living there for a few weeks when they decided to remove the faulty insulation and make a call to DBS in hopes of finding a more energy-efficient solution

Design Specialist Austin Burley visited the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owners. After a thorough inspection, Austin recommended the 3-layer Crawl Space Encapsulation service offered by DBS.

Foreman Nick Woods led the installation of this project with the help of a crew. First, a layer of dimpled drainage matting was laid down to aid the flow of water. A layer of TerraBlock™ insulation was installed over the matting to block cold air from leaking up into the crawl space from the ground. The previous two layers were sealed with a layer of CleanSpace® to complete the encapsulation process and waterproof the space. The vertical walls in the crawl space were covered with SilverGlo™ rigid foam insulation to prevent frost build-up. Finally, they air-sealed the remaining leak points in the crawl space with ZypFoam™ to prevent air from escaping to the first level as well as air entering from outside. 

Now that the installation of the 3-layer crawl space encapsulation system is complete, the owners will experience warmer floors and lower energy bills without ever needing to replace any doors or windows!

Before facing the harsh Duluth winters, one homeowner decided to strengthen their home’s defenses with improved insulation. As shown in the before photo, their crawl space was in dire need of an upgrade. Enter Tru-Soft™: our premium insulation solution. The after photo highlights how this transformative product has enhanced their space, ensuring a warmer, more energy-efficient home. With expert installation of Tru-Soft™ and baffles, we’ve provided not just an immediate fix, but a long-term investment in home comfort and efficiency.

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 Spray Foam and cellulose insulation solution. 

Our Foreman, Nicholas Wood 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 Spray Foam 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!

This homeowner in Duluth, MN had concerns about ice dams and vermiculite being asbestos. With four kids and plans to reside in the home long-term, ensuring safety and structural integrity was paramount.

Our Appointment Center promptly set up a free, no obligation inspection with Design Specialist Heidi. During the inspection, vermiculite was found uncovered and signs of moisture spreading in the attic, with a back bedroom exhibiting discoloration on the ceiling. To address these issues, a hybrid system with baffles was recommended, coupled with preemptive measures like MoldX© treatment post-removal. Production team, led by Foreman Wade installed the system with baffles and MoldX©, ensuring a comprehensive solution for their home's well-being.

In this Duluth, MN home, the customer was dealing with a frustrating and damaging issue—water entering through the eaves and traveling down the wall cavity, all the way to the basement. The before photo shows an under-insulated attic that allowed moisture and air to freely enter the home. To solve the problem, we installed TruSoft™ Cellulose insulation for comprehensive coverage and added targeted Spray Foam insulation to seal air leaks and prevent water intrusion at its source. The after photo highlights a properly insulated attic, now protected against moisture and energy loss. With this upgrade, the customer no longer has to worry about water damage—and can enjoy a more comfortable, energy-efficient home.