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Crawl Space Sealed to Address Cold Floors for Cloquet, MN Home

Crawl space with exposed earth before encapsulation in Cloquet, MN
case studyCRAWL SPACE SEALING FOR COLD FLOORS IN CLOQUET, MN After nearly 15 years in their Cloquet, MN home, these homeowners were ready to solve persistent cold floors and improve the efficiency of their crawl space. DBS installed a complete encapsulation and insulation system to create a warmer, healthier home environment. A homeowner in Cloquet, […]

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Unstable Deck and Water Intrusion Resolved in Grand Marais, MN

Before & AfterUNSTABLE DECK AND WATER INTRUSION RESOLVED IN GRAND MARAIS, MN WITH HELICAL PIER SYSTEM A homeowner in Grand Marais, MN was preparing to sell their property when two major structural and environmental issues threatened to derail the process. Our team at DBS responded with an engineered stabilization plan, utilizing deep-driven steel underpinning columns […]

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Crawl Space Encapsulation and Support for Esko, MN Home

Structural damage in crawlspace Esko Mn
case studyCRAWL SPACE ENCAPSULATION AND SUPPORT IN ESKO, MN A homeowner in Esko, MN, wanted to address a crawl space that was drafty, unstable, and vulnerable to moisture issues. DBS designed a solution that combined SmartJack® structural supports with CleanSpace® encapsulation to create a stronger and healthier environment beneath the home. A homeowner in Esko, […]

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Waterproofing and Wall Support with PowerBraces in Grand Marais, MN

before & afterWATERPROOFING AND WALL SUPPORT WITH POWERBRACES IN GRAND MARAIS, MN This customer contacted DBS after experiencing sub-floor water issues and wall deflection that required immediate professional attention. Our specialized structural engineering and environmental remediation teams deployed a multi-layered defense network, implementing six high-capacity PowerBrace™ vertical steel columns to completely arrest the bowing masonry […]

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Crawlspace Encapsulation in Moose Lake, MN

PowerBrace™ structural support installation in Moose Lake, MN
case studyCRAWLSPACE ENCAPSULATION IN MOOSE LAKE, MN A cabin owner in Moose Lake, MN, wanted to preserve a family property for future generations while improving access beneath the structure. DBS designed a solution that combined structural reinforcement and crawl space encapsulation to protect the cabin and improve long-term usability. This customer reached out to DBS […]

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Cabin Crawl Space Repair

CleanSpace® vapor barrier installation beneath a cabin in Moose Lake, MN
case studyCABIN CRAWL SPACE REPAIR IN MOOSE LAKE, MN A cabin owner in Moose Lake, MN, needed help addressing concerns in a difficult-to-access crawl space. DBS installed a CleanSpace® encapsulation system to transform the area into a clean, dry, and protected space beneath the cabin. This homeowner in Moose Lake, MN, reached out to us […]

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Insulation Upgrade in McGregor, MN

Home energy efficiency upgrade completed in McGregor MN
CASE STUDYINSULATION UPGRADE IN MCGREGOR, MN Concerned about rising heating costs and drafty rooms, a homeowner in McGregor, MN turned to DBS for a long-term insulation solution. Our team helped improve the home’s energy efficiency and year-round comfort. This homeowner in McGregor, MN was worried about their heating bills for the upcoming winter. Their home […]

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Attic Insulation in Bemidji, MN

Completed attic insulation project improving comfort in Bemidji MN
CASE STUDYATTIC INSULATION IMPROVES COMFORT IN BEMIDJI, MN A homeowner in Bemidji, MN was experiencing uncomfortable indoor temperatures and concerns about rising energy costs. DBS upgraded the attic with TruSoft™ Cellulose and Spray Foam insulation to improve efficiency and year-round comfort. Recently, a homeowner in Bemidji, MN, found themselves grappling with an increasingly common issue: […]

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Crawl Space Insulation and Foundation Wall Stabilization in Cloquet, MN

Polyurethane spray foam insulation applied along a crawl space wall behind a PowerBrace steel bracing beam in Cloquet Minnesota
CASE STUDYCRAWL SPACE INSULATION AND FOUNDATION WALL STABILIZATION IN CLOQUET, MN A homeowner from Cloquet, MN, reached out to DBS looking for expert help with their unsupported, cold crawl space. This unconditioned subterranean environment was not only causing the home’s floors to feel incredibly icy during the winter but was also threatening the overall structural […]

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Boathouse Piering and Foundation Stabilization in Sturgeon Lake, MN

before & afterBOATHOUSE PIERING IN STURGEON LAKE, MN This cabin owner reached out to DBS after having consistent problems with their waterfront structure in Sturgeon Lake, MN. Our engineering team analyzed the soil erosion along the lake bank and implemented an industrial-grade helical underpinning solution, lifting and securing the unstable framework to guarantee complete structural […]

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