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Avatar for Peak Performance Insulation LLC
Peak Performance Insulation LLC
5.0(
26
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company to work with. Consultation and estimate process was thorough and transparent. Work was excellent and exceeded expectations. Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for insulation work."
Blown in Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation
Attic Insulation

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,524
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our basement waterproofed last year and were very happy. This year's project was adding two support beams. Again, we were very happy with the quality of the work and the people we dealt with. Both Gunnar and his team and Perfecto were skilled, efficient, and very professional. Highly recommend."
Thermal imaging
Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Euro Home Insulation
Euro Home Insulation
5.0(
6
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to do Blown in insulation in my attic, the job was done very efficiently, as well as professionally, the workers were very diligent in duties as well as very respectful. I recommend this company."
Attic insulation
Attic insulation
Attic insulation
Attic insulation
Attic insulation

+4

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for USA Insulation South Elgin
USA Insulation South Elgin
4.4(
25
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"USA Insulation came out and blew in the pink stuff up to R49. The crew arrived on time, was professional and very thorough with what they were going to do before starting, communicating during of their progress and then a 'show and tell' after the work was completed. Cleanup afterwards let my house cleaner than before they showed up and only took them around 1 1/2 - 2hrs from start to finish (for a 1425 sq ft attic). The entire process, from start to finish, exceeded my satisfaction and we will most certainly be recommending USA Insulation to our friends and family."
New Construction Injection Foam Install
Removing Siding for Injection Foam Install
Exterior Install of USA Premium Injection Foam
Drilling Holes for Exterior Install of USA Foam
Siding Removal for Exterior Injection Foam Install

+2

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Saunders Insulation Specialist
4.6(
14
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"I had three different people groups in who came in and gave me an estimate and what might be needed and what they discovered is that for some reason when the house was built 16 years ago, they did not really do adequate insulation.  I did feel very comfortable with Precise & Snug.  They were good about being able to show me pictures.  They showed how it looks up on the attic.  When you are in the process, the told us that they can do this and that and it would cost so much and the final bill was $20,000.  I would not use their service in the future."
Recommended by100%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.

The two most common drywall thicknesses for ceilings are 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch. For most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely used. It provides adequate support and is lighter and easier to handle during installation compared to thicker sheets. However, 5/8-inch drywall is often used for specific cases where additional benefits are needed. It is heavier but provides superior sound dampening and fire resistance. You should consider using 5/8-inch drywall for ceilings in commercial buildings, between a garage and a living space, or above a finished basement to meet building codes or for enhanced soundproofing.

Whether to repair or replace water-damaged plaster depends on the scale of the damage. For small, limited areas, you can often perform a repair yourself. If you choose to paint over small patches, ensure the surface is completely dry and apply a coat of antifungal primer first to prevent mold growth. However, simply painting or plastering over the damage is only a temporary solution that doesn't address the core problem. For more extensive or long-term damage, the plaster may be compromised, and there is a risk of mold. In these cases, it is recommended to remove the damaged section of plasterboard and replace it. You may consider hiring a professional for the repair, and it's worth noting that water damage is often covered by home insurance.

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.

Many homeowners choose to install tongue and groove over drywall. The great thing about this type of ceiling is that it hides imperfections. If your drywall is a little bit wonky or has some minor damage, the tongue and groove planks should cover it and give it an even appearance. Installation is simplest if you install battens over the existing framing before installing your tongue and groove planks.

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