Before & After Photos

The owners of this home in Minneapolis, MN were concerned with water in their basement underneath the garage. After discovering leaks from groundwater seepage, they decided to reach out to DBS.

Design Specialist Henrik Makitalo went to the home in order to conduct a free no-obligation estimate for the homeowners. After a thorough inspection, Henrik recommended our waterproofing system to the homeowners.

Foreman Jason Foster led the installation of this project with assistance from a crew. Together they installed a WaterGuard® french drain system, CleanSpace®, and a new sump pump. The WaterGuard® system was installed by placing drains into trenches that were jackhammered around the interior perimeter of the basement. The drains collect water and dump it into the SuperSump® pump so water can be expelled out and away from the home. To finish the project, CleanSpace®, a thick white poly vapor barrier, was placed over the walls to seal the space. 

Now that the home has been properly waterproofed, the homeowners can relax peacefully in their happy, healthy home.

Homeowners in Minneapolis, MN wanted to encapsulate their crawlspace to improve comfort in the wintertime. They are preparing to sell the home and want to fix the energy issues and provide a healthy, safe, and comfortable home for a prospective owner in the future. Their cold, drafty floors were a result of an under-insulated crawlspace. Looking for a permanent solution, they reached out to DBS to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate.

Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer is a Design Specialist for our Dr. Energy Saver® service. He visited the home to provide a thorough inspection and solution for the home. He designed a plan that included removing the old insulation and installing our full encapsulation system; first drainage matting, next crawlspace insulation, and finally, a CleanSpace® vapor barrier.

Foreman Zach Jorenby led the install of this crawl space encapsulation project. DBS Insulation Foreman Nick Woods II completed the spray foam portion of the crawl space. 

Homeowners in Minneapolis, MN wanted to increase their overall comfort and save energy. They knew their attic insulation wasn't efficient and called DBS to provide a free, no-obligation estimate. 

DBS Design Specialist Henry Jungbauer visited the home and provided an estimate for the attic re-insulation project. He designed a custom plan that involved removing the existing insulation, air sealing the attic, and adding new cellulose insulation. 

DBS Foreman Nick Woods II led the install of this attic insulation project. After removing the insulation, the crew applied closed-cell spray foam to the attic deck, sealing gaps, cracks, and holes. From there, they installed TruSoft cellulose. This lightweight, yet dense insulation is made from recycled newspapers and coated with a non-toxic formula that is resistant to pests and fire. 

After a successful attic insulation like this one, the homeowners should expect increased comfort and reduced energy bills. 

When the homeowner first reached out to us, they were alarmed to find unwelcome visitors in their attic, revealing a serious insulation problem, as shown in the 'before' photo. Our solution was to install SilverGlo™ and Tru-Soft™ cellulose, a cutting-edge insulation upgrade that is evident in the 'after' photo. This improvement not only prevented future pest intrusions but also greatly enhanced the home's energy efficiency, creating a more comfortable and secure living space. At DBS, we transformed this Minneapolis home, providing peace of mind with dependable, long-lasting results.

This homeowner in Duluth, MN was experiencing energy inefficiency due to a poorly insulated attic and unsealed rim joists. The garage ceiling was also lacking insulation, allowing cold air to creep in. Our team sealed the rim joists to prevent air leaks and installed TruSoft™ cellulose insulation throughout the attic for improved coverage. SilverGlo™ rigid foam panels were added to enhance thermal resistance and reflect heat back into the space. The result? A more comfortable, energy-efficient home ready for Minnesota’s changing seasons.