Crawl Space Repair Before & After Photos

Folks with a family cabin in Cook, MN want to keep their favorite retreat in tip-top shape for years to come. The cabin's dirt crawl space was retaining moisture, harboring some mold, and affecting air quality. They reached out to DBS about our crawl space encapsulation service.

Design Specialist Jacob Nustad-Peluso is an expert in energy-saving solutions and visited the home to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. Foreman Joe Harris and his production crew installed a CleanSpace® vapor barrier on top of drainage matting in the dirt crawl space. Because this space was so prone to water, our team also installed a TripleSafe™ sump pump as well as a new external drainage line. 

This cabin now has a permanent solution to protect their cabin against moisture build-up in the crawl space.

This dirt crawl space was causing the home to lose energy at an alarming rate, creating cold floors and an uncomfortable environment. When this area became humid it also led to musty smells in the home. The homeowner did not want his visitors to be met with these odors as they came in the door, so he took action to make a change. In order to solve these problems, our specialists assessed the situation and prescribed a solution to permanently fix the issues experienced. The solution in this situation was to use our Clean Space matting to encapsulate the crawl space. This was paired with our silver glow foam board insulation and spray foam insulation to properly air seal the crawl space and create a comfortably insulated home. 

This homeowner in Mountain Iron, MN was unhappy with the quality of insulation in the attic of their home. They wanted to improve this problem, so they reached out to DBS for help.

A DBS Design Specialist assisted the owner with a free, no-obligation estimate. After a close, in-person inspection, our SprayFoam and cellulose insulation solutions were recommended.

Foreman Nicholas Woods led the installation of this project with help from a crew. The crew began by removing the old insulation and debris. SprayFoam is then used as the first layer of insulation because it also acts as an air sealant and a moisture barrier. Cellulose insulation is then blown into the space creating a lasting and effective solution.

This homeowner was very happy with the results and can now relax in their healthy home. 

Before tackling the damp and neglected crawl space in International Falls, MN (as shown in the left photo), the homeowner knew they needed a specialist's touch. Enter DBS — we introduced CleanSpace©, a cutting-edge encapsulation system designed to protect and preserve. Notice in the accompanying after photo how the once uninviting area is now a clean, dry, and energy-efficient space. Our team takes pride in transforming challenging areas into safe and stable environments, offering both a remarkable customer experience and a long-lasting solution. Through expert assessment and quality products, we ensure homeowners like this one can enjoy peace of mind with their homes once more.

This homeowner in International Falls faced issues with a damp crawl space leading to unpleasant odors and cold floors. However, they took initiative and reached out to us for assistance. As depicted in the 'before' photo, their space urgently needed improvement. To eliminate odors and enhance warmth, we encapsulated the crawl space and applied spray foam insulation to the rims and walls. Addressing the critical task of leveling sagging floors required meticulous precision, achieved by discreetly installing SmartJack® supports, as shown in the 'after' photo.

Introducing a SaniDry™ Sedona for dry, clean air and utilizing TerraBlock™ and CleanSpace® technologies, we successfully transformed a troublesome area into a comfortable foundation, all while preserving the home's structural integrity, especially crucial near delicate bathroom tile work. Clearly, the outcome demonstrates a significant improvement in living conditions, highlighting our commitment to delivering reliable, lasting solutions with exceptional customer care.