CASE STUDY
CRAWL SPACE ENCAPSULATION FOR FOUNDATION PROTECTION IN ASHLAND, WI
A homeowner in Ashland, WI, was facing serious crawl space issues including standing water, mold growth, and foundation concerns. DBS installed a CleanSpace® encapsulation system to help protect the home, improve moisture control, and create a healthier environment beneath the structure.
In Ashland, WI, we encountered a homeowner determined to preserve the integrity of her beloved home. Facing the grim reality of a failing foundation, exacerbated by standing water, mold proliferation, and hazardous knob and tube wiring, she reached out to our team. Acknowledging the seriousness of her situation, we sprang into action, utilizing our proven three-step process to address her home’s urgent needs. Initially, our Appointment Center facilitated a comprehensive home inspection appointment, setting the stage for an in-depth analysis of the crawl space issues. When our Design Specialist made their visit, they provided not just an assessment but a tailored solution designed to halt and reverse the damage. The advice was clear: installing our CleanSpace© system would effectively counteract the current dire conditions, transforming the crawl space into a dry, mold-resistant environment. Our production team, composed of skilled foremen and installers, arrived on-site with positivity and efficiency. The transformation was remarkable. They meticulously lined the crawl space with CleanSpace©, ensuring every inch was covered, effectively isolating the home from ground moisture, sealing out unwanted humidity, and removing conditions that promote mold growth. By the time we concluded our project, the initially daunting scenario of structural compromise, presents now as a testament to resilience and forward thinking. The homeowner’s once at-risk dwelling stands now on solid ground – quite literally.
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We provide patented permanent home performance solutions with up to a 75-year transferable warranty!
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We are experienced with over 4,300 customers helped!
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Complete Crawl Space Solutions for Minnesota Homes
Encapsulation, Drainage, Insulation & Structural Repair for Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd & Surrounding Counties
DBS Repair doesn’t patch crawl space problems, we permanently solve them.
From full encapsulation and moisture control to structural stabilization, our proven system is built for Minnesota homes affected by snowmelt, frozen soils, high humidity, and shifting crawl space supports.
Step 1: Minnesota crawl space encapsulation
Sealing out Minnesota moisture at the source
Encapsulation is the foundation of every lasting crawl space repair in Minnesota. By sealing the space completely from outside air and ground moisture, we eliminate the conditions that cause downstream problems in Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd-area, and Central Minnesota homes: mold, rot, pests, and energy loss.
Step 2: Minnesota crawl space drainage and waterproofing
managing snowmelt, groundwater, and storms before they become a problem
Even after encapsulation, Minnesota groundwater, spring snowmelt, and heavy rain need a controlled exit. Our interior drainage system is engineered specifically for crawl spaces in areas like St. Louis, Stearns, Sherburne, Benton, Crow Wing, and Cass County, where standard perimeter drains fail or clog.
Step 3: Minnesota crawl space humidity control
keeping crawl space moisture below 55% through Minnesota seasons
Sealing and draining the space removes the water, but residual humidity in the air still needs to be actively managed through Minnesota summers, spring thaw, and shoulder seasons. A properly sized, self-draining dehumidifier keeps the environment permanently inhospitable to mold, dust mites, and mildew.
Step 4: Minnesota crawl space insulation
replacing failing fiberglass with waterproof, cold-climate alternatives
Traditional fiberglass batt insulation is the wrong material for a Minnesota crawl space. It absorbs moisture, collapses, and ends up in useless piles on the floor. We replace it with waterproof, high-performance alternatives built for cold winters, humid summers, and damp crawl space environments.
Step 5: Minnesota crawl space structural repair
permanently lifting and leveling sagging floors in Minnesota homes
When moisture, frost movement, or rot has already compromised structural framing, encapsulation alone isn’t enough. Sagging floors in Minnesota homes require permanent, engineered support, not temporary props that sink and fail over time.
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