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Avatar for Energy Nerds
Energy Nerds
4.6(
20
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing response and amazing job done, in a short amount of time. I have known for awhile that I needed more insulation in the attic. I started to search for insulation companies in the area. I quickly started seeing a pattern with reviews on other companies. All of them were, "called 15 times, never called back", "agreed on a start date but never showed up", "showed up but didn't know what was needed"... I was dreading making any decision on who to call. But then finally a company stood out above all the rest, Energy Nerds. I called Mike and left a message. He called back within an hour and even apologized for not calling back sooner! What?!? I called him on a Friday afternoon, he said he would be out Sunday afternoon and the job was completed by that evening! Truly amazing work done in a short amount of time. Mike and Dustin are great friendly people. Very knowledge in cutting edge technology to help you save money with energy costs. Mike is well informed so if you have any other energy saving needs, please talk with him. I would not hesitate to hire them again. Truly a pleasure to work with."
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Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Retrofoam Iowa, Inc.
Retrofoam Iowa, Inc.
4.3(
44
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The installers were careful, courteous, & thorough. They left the premises clean & uncluttered. I can't wait to see the difference in our heating bill. They installed spray foam in the rim joist, a small ceiling in the basement & the walls in a crawl space."
 Remove siding, inject product, replace siding.
 We fill the entire space...
 Between the studs-sealing the home
Homes we have insulated
Homes we have insulated

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Comfort Solutions Heating and Cooling
4.9(
11
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are Iowa's premier provider of home comfort solutions. We offer heating and air conditioning services, insulation, spray foam, air sealing and energy audits. Comfort Solutions has been taking care of homeowners here in Iowa for 31 years. We use the science of energy audits to solve your heating and cooling needs. Our passion is making every single room in your house amazingly comfortable. Call us anytime to receive a free repair quote or free home energy audit.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Preferred Home Improvements
Preferred Home Improvements
4.7(
12
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We here at Preferred Home Improvements take pride in our work! Customer service and satisfaction is our number one goal! The Services we offer are : Air Duct Cleaning Dryer vent cleaning Attic Insulation Crawl space clean ups We also offer other home services! We do full viedo inspections of duct work we also will do a whole walk through and explain everything step by step. We also offer before and after pictures! We have been in business over 6 years and are here to stay. We promise you will have a Awsome experience with us. We also offer yearly warranties and free estimates! Our service area is within 150 miles of the Quad Cites!

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+30

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Roberto was the technician and he was very professional, polite, and personable. He inspected the rest of our system and told us things that needed to be changed or repaired. He showed me pictures of everything. Everything he told me about was accurate. He quoted me a price for R38 insulation , Some of our ducts were plastic and he recommended them to be changed. I agreed completely and didn't know they were plastic. I would have had them done the work but I had no price comparisons to make and besides I didn't have the money right then. So he just finished the vent cleaning and left his card. He did a great job on the vent cleaning and was happy with the work."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Iowa Insulation Plus
5.0(
1
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"We had a great experience with Iowa Insulation Plus! They were professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. They explained everything clearly, completed the work efficiently, and left the area clean when they were finished. We?re very happy with the quality of the work and would definitely recommend them to anyone needing insulation services!"
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

The average cost to apply a skip-trowel drywall texture to walls is $1.25 to $2.00 per square foot. Ceilings cost slightly more because of the increased difficulty of working overhead. Additional cost factors include any drywall repairs and removal of existing textures or wallpaper.

Yes, taping inside corners is a critical step in the drywall installation process.  Properly taping inside corners is essential for achieving a professional look, and an installation that resists cracking and maintains its integrity over time. Taping the corners involves the application of a joint compound along the seam where two drywall pieces meet. This process provides reinforcement, conceals the seam, and prevents future gaps or cracks from developing.

Which style of corner bead you choose—whether metal or paper-faced—depends on your preference and if you’re comfortable using metal-cutting tools and a hammer. Metal bead offers superior strength and durability but its installation is slightly more involved. We’d say for most cases, it’s better to use metal bead but if you’re not comfortable working with metal, paper-faced bead will work just fine. 

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

When used correctly, drywall patch kits can work well. However, there are limitations. Specifically, these kits can only cover holes up to 5 inches in diameter. For anything larger than that, you’ll need to cut out the affected section of drywall and replace it with a new piece. That’s a far more complicated process that involves buying the right type of drywall, finding the wall studs, cutting into your wall, and screwing the replacement drywall in place.

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