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Bay Valley Insulation, Inc.
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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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
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Eagle Shield
4.3(
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Serving El Cerrito, 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 Experts, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Attic Experts pulled out our old insulation and installed new. Since then, we've certainly noticed a positive difference in how well the house keeps cool in summer and warm in winter."
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Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Attic Pros
4.7(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Getting my attic cleanup and insulation installed was expertly done by Attic Pros. Couldn't be happier with the result. They are definitely pros!"
Fortify your home’s attic with high-quality insulation and strategic rodent-proofing.
Lock in warmth and lock out pests with expert attic insulation and rodent-proofing.
Transform your attic into a pristine, energy-efficient area with our insulation and sanitation services.
Maximize your attic’s efficiency and hygiene with expert insulation installation and sanitation services.
Create a healthier living space with expert attic insulation installation and deep sanitation.

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Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Attic kings
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Serving El Cerrito, 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(
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Atticare came an "vacuumed" out he old blown in insulation, closed up the holes to the outside and installed new insulation. They were prompt, worked cleanly, told us what they were doing and gave us pictures of the completed work."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Insulation questions, answered by experts

The most affordable way to insulate behind unfinished walls is to install fiberglass batts or rolls. These total around $0.75 per linear foot, with the width matching the gaps between standard studs perfectly. However, it’s important to consider the R-value of your insulation and the climate in your area, as fiberglass insulation isn’t the best in terms of preventing heat transfer. Plus, the most affordable option may cost more on electricity bills over time. The most affordable way to insulate behind finished walls is to leave them up and use blown-in insulation to avoid drywall replacement.

Depending on the size, insulation condition, and removal method, it can take anywhere from four hours up to twenty hours. Therefore, be prepared to split the projects into phases, or leave it to a professional. Insulation is an intermediate project with various risk factors and can be challenging to someone unfamiliar with the process.

Yes, there are government incentives available in some regions for insulating air ducts as part of energy-efficient upgrades. These incentives aim to encourage homeowners and businesses to improve energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint. To determine whether you qualify for such incentives, check with your local utility company or government agencies. They often offer rebates, tax credits, or other financial incentives that can help offset the cost of duct insulation projects.

You can buy pipe insulation materials in your local hardware store or in major home improvement stores. You can also shop for insulation online, where you may be able to more easily buy in bulk. When shopping, make sure you know your pipe's dimensions so you can buy the correct size of pipe insulation materials for your pipes.

While carpet over carpet may provide some additional insulation and soundproofing benefits, it's not as effective as other methods. Layering carpets can add a modest buffer against noise and temperature fluctuations, but it's limited compared to installing thicker carpet padding or using specialized soundproofing materials. For optimal floor insulation and soundproofing, consider alternative solutions tailored to your specific needs and budget, such as adding additional padding or soundproofing underlayments beneath the carpet.

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