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Precision Fiberglass Insulation, LLC
4.9(
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Project: blown in fiberglass insulation to bring R30 rating. Very responsive and professional. Competitive price with a credit for retired military. Came out day after first call, week later job done. Completely satisfied. Ask for Ethan."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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La Familia Insulation and Builder Services
5.0(
5
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently had the pleasure of working with La Familia for my home insulation project, and I couldnâ t be more impressed. From start to finish, they demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a true commitment to quality. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, guiding me through the various insulation options and recommending the best solution for my needs. The installation process was seamless. They arrived on time, worked efficiently, and left the space spotless when they were done. Not only did they improve the comfort of my home, but Iâ ve already noticed a significant reduction in my energy bills. The attention to detail and the quality of their work is truly top-notch. What sets La Familia apart is their dedication to customer satisfaction. They followed up after the installation to ensure everything was perfect, and their friendly, approachable attitude made the entire process a breeze. If youâ re looking for an insulation company that goes above and beyond, I highly recommend La Familia. They deliver outstanding results and exceptional service!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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National HomeCraft LLC
4.5(
191
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not only does the roof look gorgeous it's efficient and quiet! It reduced our electric bill along with being cooler, it much quieter. We went with the insulated metal roofing system, which we would recommend, it takes a bit longer and it's more costly but worth the time and money. Frank and his team are friendly, straight forward, and easy to work with. They were efficient and clean, our neighbors even commented how much they appreciated how well they cleaned up each day to keep our road and driveway clear. We would highly recommend them for any roofing job!"
All of the doors and windows were replaced by National HomeCraft.
Shower Replacement
The customer wanted a custom pattern created with the vinyl siding.
Metal shingles that look like real clay tiles. The color will last forever and the shingles will stand up to 200mph winds!
Shower with concrete wall pattern and black fixtures

+11

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Therma Pros Insulation Systems, Inc.
3.3(
37
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Injection Insulation - Install

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was a lot more messy than expected even though they covered walls and floors with plastic tarps. The actual foam injection was the messy part since I didn't have enough space between concrete and drywall. The excess foam left marks on the walls. The wall repair is costing another big amount of money that wasn't originally budgeted. Biggest disappointment is the sound proofing value just isn't there. At best it muffled the noises from neighbors by about 10%. In my book not worth the effort and expense - I expected better."
Therma Pros Closed Cell Foam in Metal Building
Closed Cell in Metal Building
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

On average, drywall installation costs around $2,000, with a typical range of $400 to $6,000, including materials and labor. The final price depends on several factors. The most significant is the size of the area, as many contractors charge per square foot. Other cost factors include the complexity of the job (e.g., cutting around multiple windows and doors, corners, or curved walls), accessibility, location, the thickness of the drywall, the height of the room, and the desired level of finish. The level of finish can range from simply hanging the drywall to taping and mudding the seams and painting the walls.

You should always hang drywall from the top down. Starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight, tight line between the ceiling and the wall. Any gaps that occur will be at the bottom, where they are easier to manage. You can either cut the bottom piece of drywall to fit the remaining space or cover the gap with baseboard trim. Additionally, starting at the top is physically easier, as you won't have to fit the top sheet into a tight space between the lower sheet and the ceiling, or try to balance the upper sheets on the lower ones while securing them.

It doesn’t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It’s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound.

Drywall can get wet and dry out without sustaining permanent damage, but only if the water damage is minor. If you have a small leak and are quick to correct the issue and set up blower fans and dehumidifiers, your drywall should dry out. If the leak is persistent, the drywall becomes totally waterlogged, or mold begins forming on the drywall, you should remove and replace it.

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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