Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

We improved this crawlspace by installing new supports and completely encapsulating it in Duluth, MN, which made the entire home more comfortable and healthier.

We had a cold, damp crawlspace in Duluth, MN that started growing mold. The mold growth started to go into the bottom of the sub-floor and floor joists, turning this into a huge health concern for these homeowners. To fix these issues by insulating and encapsulating the entire crawlspace. What a difference it made!

The owner of this home in Duluth, MN reached out to us looking for help with their wet basement. 

Design Specialist Rich Johnsen visited the home to run a free, no-obligation estimate. After a thorough inspection, Rich created a quote for our Basement Waterproofing System.

Glen Olcott and his crew went out to install our products. First, they installed our WaterGuard® french drain system around the perimeter of the basement to help collect water and drain it into a new sump pump that they installed. Then they installed a layer of CleanSpace® moisture barrier on the walls. The CleanSpace® will help collect runoff from the walls.

With our solutions installed, the homeowner will notice their basement is much drier during wet periods and can relax with peace of mind!

This homeowner in Hermantown, MN was facing problems with ice dams forming and mold growing in the attic. The old batting insulation was no longer working, so wanting a permanent fix, the homeowner trusted DBS to find the perfect solution.

Design Specialist Austin Burley assisted this homeowner in a free, no-obligation estimate to find the most effective solution for their home. After careful inspection it was decided that both Dr. Energy Saver SprayFoam and TruSoft™ cellulose insulation would be the best option.

Foreman Nicholas Woods II lead a team in the installation of this project. Together, the team began the insulation process by removing the old insulation and air sealing any cracks that were leading to air leaks in the space. After air sealing, SprayFoam insulation was used to create a moisture resistant barrier and to avoid air seepage. Finally, TruSoft™ cellulose insulation was placed as a final layer to ensure complete and effective insulation of the attic.

This homeowner can now relax in the happy, healthy, and warm home.

The owners of this home in Hermantown, MN experienced issues with moisture in their crawl space leading to a musty smell in their home. They reached out to DBS in hopes of finding a more energy-efficient and waterproofing solution for their crawlspace.

A DBS Design Specialist went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowners. The Design Specialist recommended the insulation solutions provided by DBS. 

Foreman Nick Woods II led the installation of this project. With help from a crew, they covered the ground and walls in the crawl space with a layer of CleanSpace®. CleanSpace® is a thick white poly sheet vapor barrier to prevent moisture from reaching the inside. Then the crew air-sealed the space with a polyurethane spray foam to ensure no hot air in the summer or cold air in the winter could find its way in. 

The crawl space has been thoroughly insulated, and homeowners can expect lower energy bills and warmer floors. They can now relax more comfortably in their home and not worry about mold exposure from a moist crawl space.