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Crawl Space Encapsulation in Drummond, WI

Before & After

CRAWL SPACE ENCAPSULATION IN DRUMMOND, WI

A homeowner in Drummond, WI, was dealing with a damp and uncomfortable crawl space that needed a permanent solution. DBS installed a CleanSpace® encapsulation system to transform the area into a dry, clean, and protected space.

In Drummond, WI, this homeowner faced the all-too-common issue of a troublesome crawlspace, damp and unsettling, as you can clearly see in our ‘before’ photo. Recognizing the need for a resolution that not only solves the problem but also offers peace of mind, they contacted our Appointment Center, who then scheduled a free, no-obligation inspection with Design Specialist James. Enter our solution: CleanSpace© encapsulation. The job involved clearing the space, preparing the surface, and expertly fitted the CleanSpace© linen. Production team, led by Foreman Nicholas, completely transformed the area into a dry, clean, and secure space. By embracing the reliability of CleanSpace©, we turned concern into comfort, reflecting our commitment to lasting solutions.

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Moisture & Mold in Minnesota Crawl Spaces Can Damage Your Home Fast

Across Duluth, St. Louis County, St. Cloud, Stearns County, Sherburne County, Benton County, Brainerd, Baxter, Crow Wing County, and Cass County, vented crawl spaces are built to struggle with snowmelt, damp soil, summer humidity, and freeze-thaw cycles. When warm, humid air meets cooler surfaces underground, condensation forms, and mold follows. That mold doesn’t stay put.

Open vents pull in humid outside air, causing condensation on joists, beams, and insulation
Exposed dirt floors release ground moisture 24/7, keeping humidity levels dangerously high
Mold and mildew spread rapidly across wood surfaces, accelerating rot and decay
The “stack effect” carries mold spores and musty odors directly into your living spaces
Poor crawl space air quality can trigger allergies, asthma, and respiratory issues in your family

Damp Minnesota Crawl Spaces Attract Pests, Rodents, and Wood-Damaging Insects

Moisture-damaged wood doesn’t just rot, it attracts pests that cause their own wave of destruction. From lake-area cabins in Cass and Crow Wing County to year-round homes in Duluth, St. Cloud, Elk River, and Sauk Rapids, dark and damp crawl spaces can become ideal conditions for rodents, carpenter ants, and wood-damaging insects.

Termites and carpenter ants target soft, moisture-weakened wood, and can live undetected for years
Wood-eating beetles and crickets are common in crawl spaces with exposed organic material
Deteriorating vent covers and wooden crawl space doors give rodents easy access to your home
Mice and rats use the crawl space to nest, chew wiring, and spread contamination
Pest damage compounds existing structural issues, making repairs more expensive the longer you wait

Your Minnesota Crawl Space Could Be Costing You 25–40% More on Energy Bills

An unencapsulated crawl space is one of the biggest sources of energy loss in a Minnesota home. Whether it’s subzero winter air in Duluth and Brainerd or summer humidity in St. Cloud and Sherburne County, your HVAC system pays the price, and so do you.

Cold air infiltration forces your furnace, water heater, and HVAC to work 25–40% harder in winter
Exposed pipes in an uninsulated crawl space are at serious risk of freezing and bursting
Traditional fiberglass batt insulation absorbs moisture, loses its R-value, and falls to the floor
In summer, humid crawl space air increases cooling loads, driving up air conditioning costs
Encapsulation and proper insulation can deliver measurable, year-round energy savings

Sagging Floors or Foundation Issues in Minnesota? Your Crawl Space Structure May Be Failing

Structural problems in a crawl space rarely announce themselves, until they do. In Minnesota homes across Duluth, St. Louis County, St. Cloud, Brainerd, Baxter, Elk River, and Sauk Rapids, sagging floors, cracked drywall, and sticking doors can all be warning signs that the support system beneath your home is compromised.

Support columns spaced too far apart or sinking into soft soil allow floors above to dip and flex
Wood rot from prolonged moisture exposure weakens floor joists and girders at the core
As the central support system settles, floors become uneven and noticeably soft underfoot
Interior drywall cracks and jammed doors or windows are common signs of crawl space movement
Structural crawl space repairs are significantly more affordable when caught early

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Homeowner Reviews

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DBS Repair has been waterproofing and repairing
crawl spaces across Minnesota, including Duluth, St. Louis County, St. Cloud, Stearns County, Elk River, Sherburne County, Sauk Rapids, Benton County, Brainerd, Baxter, Crow Wing County, and Cass County, for nearly 15 years!

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been saying about DBS Repair’s
crawl space services in their homes.

DW Laukka
1 day ago
June 24, 2026 Trevor, with DBS foundation, base and insulation, just completed work on my Madeline Island Cottage on Lake Superior. The work, included Excavation, shoring and replacement supports in the Crawl Space of this 1940 Lake home. I was pleased with the technology at DBS uses, and the knowledge and technical proficiency that Trevor had in doing the work. He was thorough, and listen ed carefully to my concerns. I was absolutely 100% satisfied with his work and that of his assistant Corbin. If you are in need of foundation repair in Minnesota and Wisconsin, I highly recommend DBS. Donald W Laukka, architect.
Maggie's Dad
4 weeks ago
Nick and Rob from DBS stopped out to do some warranty repairs last week, specifically to spray some foam insulation in just a few areas that were missed in the original crawlspace encapsulation. They did a great job; quick and clean work. I'm quite pleased.
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Elliot Kim
2 months ago
DBS encapsulated and insulated my crawl space. They did great work, looks good, done fast. Feels warmer and dryer in the basement right away. Thank you DBS, Nick, and Heidi!
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Justin DeGroot
2 months ago
Glen and Dane did a gret job with the crawl space encapsulation at our cabin.
Timothy Lane
2 months ago
Crawl space improvement was done on time and as described. There was one glitch I noted later that was quickly redone
Bob Cipolle
7 months ago
The entire process of getting an estimate, scheduling the work, and documenting the work was terrific. They provided pictures of each step of the work and we felt fully informed throughout the entire process. I highly recommend DBS for your crawl space work.
Jim Kohl
7 months ago
The DBS crew did a very professional job installing support components to strengthen and return structural integrity to our crawlspace. We are pleased with results! The guys did a great job.!
James Wolf
8 months ago
Showed up on the day and time they scheduled us for. Went to work right away. Finished the job in about three hours just like the quote said (not their first rodeo). Our crawl space encapsulation looks great.
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Hide39
10 months ago
Andy did a great job of showing and explaining their products and services for our crawl space encapsulation and partial basement finish. So far, we just did the crawl space encapsulation and it turned out great. Lawson and team did a great job, even did the added foam insulation around the entire basement which we had asked for so they wouldn't have to do that when doing the 2nd part of the basement. Only reason removing one star was some issues with communication around when they were scheduled to come do the work, which we got resolved pretty quickly. But, they did a great job! Thanks!

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