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Bay Valley Insulation Inc
4.7(
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Batt, Rolled or Reflective Insulation - Install or UpgradeBlown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install+2 more

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed retrofit wall insulation and after checking around all the listings through AngiesList, Yelp, and others, we found that only Bay Valley and SDI does retrofit wall insulation work. We went with Bay Valley because the price was reasonable and they responded quickly and promptly (can't say this about SDI*). Joel was our estimator and he came out promptly at the time and date indicated. He was thorough and thoughtful on how he approached the job, not overselling or recommending things we didn't need. We live in an older house and he appreciated the home and looked for the most non-invasive method to take care of our un-insulated exterior walls. Bay Valley's approach is to come in from the exterior walls with the typical 2-hole process (high/low) to blow in the cellulose insulation. They sent two guys in and despite a couple snags in the job, they finished the job in one full day. Afterwards, they plugged the holes, textured and primed, and the next day came in to paint (our-supplied) paint. I was really amazed how well and seamless it all looked afterwards. They did a good job cleaning and even moved the cabinets in the garage back where they originally were. The real result? The mornings have been a little bit warmer than last week, but so far the heater has barely turned on over the past couple days. The house already feels warmed and less temperature fluctuations. We already got brand-new attic insulation last Fall, but the wall insulation really did the trick. A definite recommend to anyone who needs a good team to do insulation in their home. * dealing with SDI was a nightmare, unfortunately. With *several* calls about being in the ER, then lots of other excuses, it just didn't seem like they wanted to do the job or something. I originally made the request in August and this morning on Nov 10, I got a phone call inquiring if we still needed insulation done. sigh."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Bay Valley Insulation, Inc.
4.6(
192
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeBatt, Rolled or Reflective Insulation - Install or UpgradeSpray Foam Insulation - Install+1 more

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had a great experience hiring Bay Valley Insulation. The quote arrived very efficiently and was the price I was looking for. The crew of Tony and Henry arrived inside the scheduled window and work was completed in a timely manner that day. The job looked great in the blown attic and final clean-up was great. Thank you."
Response time1 day
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Eagle Shield
4.3(
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Batt, Rolled or Reflective Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love this company! Garrett came to my home and assessed how efficient our current insulation, etc was. He was very informative and friendly — explained what we needed and how they could help. At the time, I decided to hold off and he never pushed the sale. When I was ready, he was quick to accommodate my schedule. His team: Angel, Luis, Tommy and TJ were great! They arrived early, were professional, courteous, kind, very helpful with my questions and were above and beyond to help fix things that I wasn’t even aware of. They also were more than happy to help with small problems that I had no idea how to fix. They worked quickly and cleaned up afterwards. You could tell they cared about their work which makes me feel confident that the job was done right. They were also fun to have around — my Great Dane loved them too! Garrett and Dave checked in with me during and afterwards to make sure things were going well and if I had any questions. I highly recommend Eagle Shield."
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Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Attic kings
5.0(
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeBatt, Rolled or Reflective Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install+1 more

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Attic Kings is a 5 star business. I had my insulation replaced and my home rodent proofed by them 3 years ago. They came out today just to check something for me at no charge.The customer service was and is outstanding. I highly recommend Attic Kings. They are very nice and kind as well."
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atticare Construction
4.5(
172
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeBatt, Rolled or Reflective Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew arrived on time and installed plastic on the floor and walls for protection. They did a good job removing the old insulation and installing new insulation. The crew did a great job cleaning up. Nice professional job."
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+26

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
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Insulation questions, answered by experts

It is normal for the attic to be hotter than the rest of the house in the summer, but only by about 10 or 20 degrees. Attics that aren’t properly insulated or ventilated can reach temperatures of 130 degrees or more which can cause damage to the home’s structure, including the roof, wood framing, and HVAC system.

Don’t install insulation near water heaters, oil burners, or any other object that gets hot. Many insulation materials are fire-resistant, but not entirely fire-proof, so you should take precautions to keep hot things away from fiberglass. This is also why it is imperative to box off lighting fixtures and breaker boxes.

Ideally, you can add new insulation to your existing insulation. However, some circumstances require you to remove old insulation before adding any new insulation: 

  • If the insulation is over 15 years old

  • If the insulation is wet or moldy

  • If it is vermiculite insulation

  • If you see signs of pest infestation

Removing old insulation is best left to a pro who can safely dispose of potential moldy or asbestos-ridden insulation.

In addition to adding insulation to your attic, you may want to add a radiant barrier. A radiant barrier works by using reflective material, such as foil, on the attic floor. As heat penetrates the roof and enters the attic, the radiant barrier reflects the heat upward and back through the roof. If you receive a lot of direct sunlight on the roof, using both a radiant barrier and insulation in your attic can provide significant benefits.

Structural insulated panels and rigid foam boards have the highest R-value of any insulation that contractors commonly use, with R-values reaching up to around 8.0. These types of insulation are best in extremely cold climates, but they’re generally preferred for new construction, as they can be challenging to retrofit. Blown-in and loose fill insulation provide the next best insulative value, provided the installation is done properly. It’s important to choose an insulation type that meets your needs based on climate, as maximizing R-value may not always be financially worthwhile if you live in a moderate climate.

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