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Bay Valley Insulation Inc
4.7(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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Insulating the exterior walls of our two story, 1700 sq ft house, involved drilling holes between each stud, blowing in insulating material, plugging the holes, spackling over the holes, priming and finally painting the holes.  Two man crew was very efficient in setting up scaffolding and then doing the work described.  We got a chance to see what the insulation looks like inside the wall when the force of the insulation popped out a built-in bookcase that was not secured.  Its a solid blanket of insulation, filling in the entire space.   Very impressive.  The results have been very noticeable.  The house feels more comfortable, and the heater turns on less frequently.  We should have done this years ago. 

Last part of the project was to blow additional insulation into the attic, which went very quickly.  Overall, the project took 2 very long afternoons/evenings to complete.  It makes a mess around the outside of the house, but they did a good job of cleaning up each day. 


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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Vortex Insulation, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Working with Vortex was a great experience. The crew was totally professional and very experienced and did an excellent job spraying closed cell insulation in the new addition to our house. When they were done the job site was left totally spotless. Their prices are very reasonable/competitive. We are very pleased with the work they did and how easy it was to work with them. We will certainly use them again in the future."
Blow in cellulose insulation into the garage walls
Spray foam insulation into the garage ceiling.
Old blow-in fiberglass insulation removal in the a
Response time1 day
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Attic Pros
4.9(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Said Abdullah did a great job of finding and sealing holes that allowed critters to enter our attic. Over-all, AtticPros is doing a very thorough job of sealing our attic, removing the existing insulation and thoroughly cleaning the attic prior to installing new insulation."
Blow-In Attic Insulation
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Benicia, CA Attic Cleaning & Insulation

+3137

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Attic kings
5.0(
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Serving Novato, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SDI Insulation, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe Stromberg, project manager, is an excellent asset of the company!!! I was also lucky to have two skillful workers who performed the project. I will definitely recommend SDI Insulation if asked to. Luba"
Spray Foam Insulation
Cooton Batts Insulation
Fireplace Sales and Install
Interior Insulation
Interior Insulation

+22

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rywen Insulation Inc
4.9(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Rywen Insulation Inc is a licensed and family-owned company proudly serving the Bay Area. We specialize in high-quality insulation services, rodent proofing, and vapor barrier services that help protect your home or business from energy loss, moisture damage, and unwanted intrusions.\n\nWith a strong focus on long-term solutions, we’re committed to improving indoor comfort, enhancing air quality, and increasing energy efficiency. Our team delivers professional results with attention to detail and care on every project.\n\nContact us today to schedule a free estimate and experience reliable service you can count on.

restoration of handrail and concrete stairs
restoration of handrail and concrete stairs
restoration of handrail and concrete stairs
restoration of handrail and concrete stairs
restoration of handrail and concrete stairs

+17

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Coast Building Products
4.5(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cruz helped us understand our options and visited twice to finalize the scope of work. Insulation team was punctual and provided expert craftsmanship. Glad I chose Coast."
Spary foam rooof line
Batt installatoin
Applying Spray Fiam
Response time8 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ace Insulation, Inc.
3.5(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ace was the lowest price and used the best insulation material which was fiberglass not cellulose. They showed up when expected and did a good job, we know, my husband was a building inspector before he retired."
Response time2 days
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

You can take a few steps to save money on drywall installation, even when hiring a professional to do the bulk of the work for you. These ideas include the following:

  • Buy the drywall and other materials yourself to avoid product markup and delivery fees

  • Ask about discounts if you use the same company to tape, spackle, and paint

  • Hire drywall professionals in the winter when demand is the lowest

  • DIY as many parts of the project as possible, like replacing insulation and painting

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface before painting.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

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