case study
CRAWLSPACE STABILIZATION IN WALKER, MN
A homeowner in Walker, MN, wanted a permanent solution for concerns involving structural stability, mold, allergies, and cold floors. DBS completed crawl space improvements designed to create a cleaner, healthier, and more stable environment beneath the home.
The goal of this project was to address the customer’s concerns and restore peace of mind regarding the stability of their house, while also resolving issues related to mold, allergies, and cold floors. The customer’s expectation was a permanent fix to these issues.
The job involved a straightforward approach. Mold remediation was performed by spraying a specialized solution 12 feet in from the access point on the subfloor and floor joists. The team encountered no significant challenges during the project, except for a large rock that couldn’t be removed. To address this obstacle, encapsulation was done over the rock.
The crawlspace was successfully treated, resulting in a dry and dust-free environment. Due to the absence of outlets in the crawlspace, the customer’s existing dehumidifier couldn’t be plugged in. However, the customer expressed satisfaction with the outcome during the walkthrough, which included a comprehensive set of pictures.
The customer shared the following after the job was complete: “The team conducting the job demonstrated professionalism and timeliness. They worked efficiently and effectively as a cohesive unit, successfully accomplishing the objectives set for the project.”
We’re thrilled the project met the customer’s primary expectations, delivering a stabilized house, resolved mold and allergy issues, and improved the condition of the cold floors in the crawlspace.
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We provide patented permanent home performance solutions with up to a 75-year transferable warranty!
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Complete Crawl Space Solutions for Minnesota Homes
Encapsulation, Drainage, Insulation & Structural Repair for Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd & Surrounding Counties
DBS Repair doesn’t patch crawl space problems, we permanently solve them.
From full encapsulation and moisture control to structural stabilization, our proven system is built for Minnesota homes affected by snowmelt, frozen soils, high humidity, and shifting crawl space supports.
Step 1: Minnesota crawl space encapsulation
Sealing out Minnesota moisture at the source
Encapsulation is the foundation of every lasting crawl space repair in Minnesota. By sealing the space completely from outside air and ground moisture, we eliminate the conditions that cause downstream problems in Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd-area, and Central Minnesota homes: mold, rot, pests, and energy loss.
Step 2: Minnesota crawl space drainage and waterproofing
managing snowmelt, groundwater, and storms before they become a problem
Even after encapsulation, Minnesota groundwater, spring snowmelt, and heavy rain need a controlled exit. Our interior drainage system is engineered specifically for crawl spaces in areas like St. Louis, Stearns, Sherburne, Benton, Crow Wing, and Cass County, where standard perimeter drains fail or clog.
Step 3: Minnesota crawl space humidity control
keeping crawl space moisture below 55% through Minnesota seasons
Sealing and draining the space removes the water, but residual humidity in the air still needs to be actively managed through Minnesota summers, spring thaw, and shoulder seasons. A properly sized, self-draining dehumidifier keeps the environment permanently inhospitable to mold, dust mites, and mildew.
Step 4: Minnesota crawl space insulation
replacing failing fiberglass with waterproof, cold-climate alternatives
Traditional fiberglass batt insulation is the wrong material for a Minnesota crawl space. It absorbs moisture, collapses, and ends up in useless piles on the floor. We replace it with waterproof, high-performance alternatives built for cold winters, humid summers, and damp crawl space environments.
Step 5: Minnesota crawl space structural repair
permanently lifting and leveling sagging floors in Minnesota homes
When moisture, frost movement, or rot has already compromised structural framing, encapsulation alone isn’t enough. Sagging floors in Minnesota homes require permanent, engineered support, not temporary props that sink and fail over time.
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