Before & After Photos

A Northwoods retreat in Two Harbors, MN had crawl space issues. Wetness and damage to the insulation produced a bad odor that affected the rest of the home. Looking for a solution to restore comfort to their home, the homeowners reached out to DBS about our crawl space encapsulation service.

Dr. Energy Saver Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer visited the home and completed a thorough inspection of the crawl space. He discovered moldy insulation, water damage, and clear signs of critters living in the space. Henry designed a plan that included removing the damaged insulation and replacing it with our crawl space encapsulation system.

DBS Foreman Nick Woods II led this crawl space repair project. After removing the damaged insulation, our team worked to address the moisture issues by installing a SmartDrain® crawl space drainage system. From there, they applied our 3-layer crawl space encapsulation system consisting of; drainage matting, TerraBlock™ insulation, and a CleanSpace® vapor barrier.

The homeowners were happy with the work and now have a healthy, safe, and comfortable home once again!

The owner of this home in Two Harbors, MN was concerned about mold growth in their crawl space. They also had issues with rodents and wanted a solution to their issue as soon as possible. The owner reached out to DBS in hopes of finding a solution.

Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowner. After a thorough inspection, he advised the owner about DBS insulation solutions that would solve their issues.

Foreman Evan LaFontaine led the installation of the project with assistance from a team. Together they installed drainage matting in the crawl space to help with water flow underneath the layers of insulation. Then they laid down panels of TerraBlock™ foam insulation to protect the area against frost build-up. Finally, they sealed off the ground with the CleanSpace® vapor barrier. On the walls, the crew installed panels of SilverGlo™ rigid foam insulation and air sealed in between the panels with ZypFoam™. To finalize the project, the crew sprayed waterproof polyurethane foam insulation into the rim joists to air seal the crawl space.

Now that the crawl space has been thoroughly insulated, the homeowner will experience warmer floors and lower heating bills. They can relax comfortably knowing that their crawl space will stay drier and promote healthy living conditions.

This homeowner in Two Harbors, MN was looking for a solution for their cold crawl space. They were experiencing their pipes freezing in the winter and cold floors. They decided to reach out to DBS for a professional and permanent solution.

Design Specialist Dakota King assisted the homeowner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, a quote was provided for our Crawl Space Encapsulation Services.

DBS Foreman and Co-Foreman, Jacob Nemec,  helped with this project's installation. They used Spray Foam to air seal and insulate the crawl space area. Then CleanSpace® was installed to keep the space clean, dry, and keep the area sealed and insulated throughout the winter seasons!

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In Two Harbors, MN, a new homeowner wanted their house to be warmer and more efficient for the upcoming winter. The attic contained old vermiculite insulation, which required testing and proper capping before improvements could be made. The space was under-insulated, leaving the home vulnerable to heat loss, drafts, and higher energy bills.

Our crew, Brant and Joe, followed the inspector’s recommendation and professionally capped off the vermiculite, installed ventilation baffles, sealed air leaks, and added blown-in cellulose insulation. Sold by Design Specialist Heidi, this solution improved the home’s comfort, safety, and energy efficiency—ensuring the customer will enjoy a warmer, healthier living environment all winter long.

The owners of this home in Washburn, WI were having issues keeping their basement warm. They reached out to DBS in hopes of finding an energy-efficient solution.

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. Rich informed that the issue was caused by improperly sealed rim joists in their basement. Cold air would continue to leak in through the rim joists if left alone.

Foreman Raeshawn Pelfrey led the installation of this project with help from his crew. Together they sprayed waterproof polyurethane foam into each rim joist of the home. The spray foam air seals the space as it expands when applied. Read this article to learn more about rim joists and how DBS can thoroughly insulate your basement.

Now that the rim joists have been air-sealed, the homeowners will be able to relax comfortably in their homes without paying high heating bills.