Before & After Photos

The owner of this in Duluth, MN had issues with ice dams in the winter. Ice dams are a symptoms of warm air in your home leaking out via the attic. Wanting to save energy and create a more comfortable home, they contacted us about our Dr. Energy Saver insulation services.

Our Dr. Energy Saver Design Specialist went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the insulation project. After inspecting the attic space, it was determined that a combination of rigid foam and expanding spray foam were necessary to effectively insulate the attic.

DBS Foreman Orrin Sundberg and his team installed nearly 400 square feet of SilverGlo™ insulation. This graphite-infused rigid foam insulation will provide a solid radiant barrier and prvent heat from leeching out of the home via the ceiling. The sealed the seams in the foam insulation with expanding ZypFoam to block any air leakage.

They then used our TruSoft™ cellulose to dense pack the exterior walls. TruSoft™ has a higher R-value than fiberglass and other cellulose materials, perfect for use in our northern climate. Tru-Soft™ cellulose is extra dense and made from recycled news paper. It's treated to be extremely resistant to heat and fire, making it a great companion for an attic space. 

This home is now properly equipped to handle warm Minnesota summers and freezing winters with new attic insulation.

After connecting energy issues to their under-insulated attic, Duluth, MN homeowners contacted DBS for more information about our Dr. Energy Saver® insulation service.

DBS Design Specialist Austin Burley visited the home and provided an estimate for the attic re-insulation project. He designed a custom plan that would air seal the attic, and include new cellulose insulation. 

DBS Foreman Nick Woods II led the install of this attic insulation project. The crew applied closed-cell spray foam to the attic deck sealing gaps, cracks, and holes. They also wrapped the chimney in rock wool and sealed the base. 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. 

These homeowners from Duluth, MN reached out to DBS for help reducing their heating bills. The cold air was entering their home through uninsulated basement rim joists. 

DBS Design Specialist, Henry Jungbauer went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation estimate for the work. He recommended installing closed-cell spray foam along the perimeter of the basement rim joists. This home was repaired by DBS Foreman Orrin Sundberg and his production crew.

This home is now more healthy, safe, and comfortable with reduced heating and cooling costs year-round. 

This homeowner in Duluth, MN was facing significant ice damming due to insufficient insulation and poor ventilation from piecemeal updates since the 60s, we stepped in to assess and revitalize their crawl space. After a free, no-obligation inspection from one of our Design Specialists, production team, led by Foreman Nicholas, installed our cutting-edge TruSoft© Cellulose, visible in the after photo. This transformation not only improved insulation but also enhanced home energy efficiency, eliminating those pesky winter ice dams and paving the way for a more comfortable, sustainable home environment.

This Duluth homeowner reached out to us for a more efficient way to keep their home cozy and better insulated for the winter. Notice in the photo how the outdated insulation left their attic looking neglected and inefficient. After a free, no-obligation inspection with Design Specialist Heidi, production team, led by Foreman Nicholas, transformed the space with SilverGlow© insulation. Providing not just improved thermal efficiency but also a steadfast barrier against the cold, ensuring a warmer and more energy-efficient home for years to come.