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Drafty Remer, MN Cabin Attic Insulated to Protect Investment

Completed cabin attic insulation project in Remer MN
CASE STUDYDRAFTY REMER, MN CABIN ATTIC INSULATED TO PROTECT INVESTMENT After purchasing a 1950 cabin in Remer, MN, the new owner wanted to make the property comfortable enough for year-round use. DBS upgraded the attic insulation system to improve energy efficiency and protect the investment for years to come. This Remer, MN cabin was built […]

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Basement WaterGuard® Installation in Remer, MN: Sub-Floor Drainage

CASE STUDYBASEMENT WATERGUARD® INSTALLATION IN REMER, MN This customer contacted DBS after noticing that water comes into their basement every spring thaw and that each time it happens, there is a lot of water but no visible cracks. Our specialized basement waterproofing team performed a detailed diagnostic walkthrough and installed our premier WaterGuard® sub-floor drainage […]

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Improved Energy Efficiency in Longville, MN

Closed-cell spray foam insulation installed in Longville, MN
case studyIMPROVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN LONGVILLE, MN Homeowners in Longville, MN, wanted to reduce energy loss and lower utility costs by improving the efficiency of their home. DBS installed crawl space insulation and encapsulation solutions designed to create a tighter building envelope and improve year-round comfort. The couple that owned this home in Longville, MN […]

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Permanently Stabilizing a Home in Walker, Minnesota

Crawl space encapsulation project in Walker, MN
case studyCRAWLSPACE 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 […]

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Stabilizing a Leaning Cabin Foundation with Helical Piers in Hackensack, MN

CASE STUDYSTABILIZING A LEANING CABIN FOUNDATION WITH HELICAL PIERS IN HACKENSACK, MN A cabin owner from Hackensack, MN, reached out to DBS after noticing alarming signs of progressive foundation failure beneath their property. The cabin’s kitchen floor was sagging heavily, and the original supporting concrete block piers under the structure were actively cracking and crumbling […]

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Unstable Basement Wall Repair and Bracing in Cass Lake, MN

CASE STUDYUNSTABLE BASEMENT WALL REPAIR AND BRACING IN CASS LAKE, MN DBS received an urgent call from a concerned client in Cass Lake, MN, reporting that her home’s basement walls had become visibly unstable. She was looking to make sure that her foundation walls were properly reinforced and that her entire home remained structurally supported. […]

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Preventing Ice Dams with Attic Insulation in Remer, MN

Old attic insulation before energy efficiency upgrades in Remer MN
CASE STUDYPREVENTING ICE DAMS WITH ATTIC INSULATION IN REMER, MN A homeowner in Remer, MN was dealing with uncomfortable indoor temperatures and rising heating demands. DBS provided a comprehensive attic insulation upgrade to improve energy efficiency and help prevent ice dams year-round. This 1950’s home in Remer, MN was becoming uncomfortable. The homeowner noticed temperature […]

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Crawl Space Encapsulation in Hackensack, MN

Completed crawl space encapsulation project in Hackensack, MN
Before & AfterCRAWL SPACE ENCAPSULATION IN HACKENSACK, MN A homeowner in Hackensack, MN, wanted to eliminate moisture and improve the condition of a damp, musty crawl space. DBS installed the CleanSpace® encapsulation system to transform the area into a clean, dry, and more energy-efficient part of the home. Before, this crawlspace in Hackensack, MN, was […]

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Crawlspace Waterproofing in Hackensack, MN

Moisture control improvements in a Hackensack, MN crawl space
CASE STUDYCRAWLSPACE WATERPROOFING IN HACKENSACK, MN A homeowner in Hackensack, MN, preparing their property for retirement wanted to improve energy efficiency, lower heating costs, and keep unwanted pests out of their home. DBS installed a CleanSpace® encapsulation system to create a cleaner, drier, and more protected crawl space. This homeowner in Hackensack, MN, was prepping […]

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Crawlspace Repair in Hackensack, MN

Damp crawl space with water intrusion in Hackensack, MN before repair
CASE STUDYCRAWLSPACE REPAIR AND WATERPROOFING IN HACKENSACK, MN A homeowner in Hackensack, MN, was experiencing water intrusion and drainage issues in their crawl space. DBS recommended a CleanSpace® encapsulation system to help control moisture, protect the home, and create a healthier environment beneath the structure. DBS received a call looking to repair a crawl space […]

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