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Home Insulation Photo Album: Mildew and Mold Cause Problems in Lutsen, MN Crawl Space That Are Fixed with New Insulation

This home in Lutsen, MN was experiencing crawl space issues. The owner had noticed mold and mildew on the underside of her flooring and became concerned with the exposed dirt in the crawlspace. The home was cold due to the lack of effective insulation in the space. Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer assisted this homeowner in a free no-obligation estimate. After inspection, Henry offered a quote and recommended insulation the crawl space with SprayFoam. Foreman Nicholas Woods led this installation process, along with a partner. The crawl space had old, deteriorating insulation that was failing to help the home, so it was removed before the SprayFoam installation. Using SprayFoam, the team encapsulated the area. SprayFoam insulation is very resistant to moisture and mold damage, making it the best option for this homes crawl space. Wit their new, dry, and warm crawlspace, this homeowner can now relax knowing their home is healthy.

Issues Arise in Lutsen, MN Crawl Space

This homeowner in Lutsen, MN reached out to DBS with their crawl space concerns. Not only did they have cold floors due to the lack of insulation, but they also discovered mold and mildew.

Old Insulation in Lutsen, MN Crawl Space is Ineffective

The old existing insulation in this Lutsen, MN crawl space was very ineffective. It did not properly insulate the area and allowed moisture to build up and cause more problems for the home.

New SprayFoam Installation Will Fix Lutsen, MN Crawl Space

The old insulation was falling apart, so our DBS Design Specialist recommended the installation of new SprayFoam insulation to replace it. This new insulation would ensure the home would stay warm and dry.

SprayFoam Insulation Air Seals Lutsen, MN Crawl Space

SprayFoam insulation is not only an effective insulation product, it also has other benefits. This insulation can air seal cracks and holes that allow unwanted air to enter the space. It also acts as a moisture barrier which will combat the mold and mildew problems this crawl space was facing.

CleanSpace® Transforms Lutsen, MN Crawl Space

CleanSpace® water vapor barrier was installed over the dirt on the crawl space floor. This keeps moisture and cold air that rises from the group out of the space. It also transforms the space into a clean, dry storage space for the homeowner.