Before & After

DBS Before & After Photos

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Cold and Damp Crawlspace Insulated and Encapsulated in Lake Nebagamon, WI

These homeowners in Lake Nabagamon, WI wanted a 4 season home to enjoy, but their cold, damp crawl space was limiting them to a 3 season space. 

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo helped these homeowners with a free no-obligation estimate in order to offer them the best solution for their home. After inspection, Henrik suggested the homeowners encapsulate their crawlspace using SprayFoam, Drainage Matting, TerraBlock™, and CleanSpace® in order to keep the space dry and warm.

Foreman Nick Woods led this installation along with a team. The team started by placing using SprayFoam to insulate the walls of the crawl space. They then placed down Drainage Matting in order to avoid future moisture in the space. To follow, TerraBlock™ insulation was placed to avoid cool air entering the space from beneath the home. Finally, CleanSpace® is placed on top to cover the walls and floor of the crawl space. 

This crawl space encapsulation will keep this home dry and warm during all 4 seasons. 

Rim Joist Waterproofing and Insulation with Polyurethane Spray Foam Installed by DBS

The owner of this home near Lake Nebagamon, WI reached out to DBS looking for help with insulation methods.

A DBS Design Specialist went out to the property to conduct a free home energy audit. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist recommended our polyurethane spray foam to help increase energy efficiency in the home. 

A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they sprayed the rim joists of the home with our waterproof polyurethane spray foam to properly insulate and waterproof the rim joist area.

Now that the basement has a better insulation method, the homeowners will be able to enjoy lower energy bills and peace of mind.

Boathouse Stabilization Service in Brule, WI Stabilizes Boathouse and Water Bridge

The owner of this boathouse in Brule, WI reached out to DBS looking for help with their sinking boathouse and unlevel bridge.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went to the home to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the owner. After a thorough inspection, Henrik recommended our cabin pier system.

Foreman Trevor Ingle led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed piers below the boathouse and bridge in order to level both structures.

Now that both structures have been leveled, the owner can relax with peace of mind knowing that the boathouse has been permanently stabilized and can be passed down to future generations.

WaterGuard® French Drain System Installed in Lake Nebagamon, WI Garage

The owner of this garage in Lake Nebagamon, WI reached out to DBS looking for help keeping water out of their basement.

A DBS Design Specialist went out to the property to conduct a free no-obligation estimate. After a thorough inspection, the Design Specialist recommended our waterproofing system.
A DBS Foreman led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed WaterGuard®, a french drain system, around the interior perimeter of the garage to thoroughly waterproof the area.

Now that the garage has been thoroughly waterproofed, the owner can relax without having to worry about their belongings getting ruined by water damage.

Crawl Space Support System Installation in Lake Nebagamon, WI

This homeowner in Lake Nebagamon, WI wanted to find a solution for the sinking and sagging floors in their home. The crawl space needed extra support, so they reached out to DBS for a solution. 

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo assisted the homeowner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a careful inspection, Henrik recommended our SmartJack® Support System and provided a quote. 

Foreman Osia Williams led the installation of this project with help from Co-Foreman Rowan Wentworth. Together, the team installed the jack systems throughout the crawl space. These systems evenly distribute the weight of the structure and can be adjusted to lift the floor above back to a level position.

This homeowner can now relax knowing their home is safe and stable. 

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