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Neil Umphress Construction
4.9(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Installed additional insulation in attic and walls and did an excellent job. Also put in attic vents and exhaust fan. I will hire again for various construction projects."
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+8

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Home Comfort, Inc.
4.9(
157
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1948

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Home Comfort Insulation employee's were very courteous and got the job done in a very expeditious timeframe. I highly recommend using them for any of your insulation needs. You won't be disappointed."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Home Comfort Insulation
4.6(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All of the people (salesman and workers) were very nice and easy to work with but there was a disconnect between them. The salesman obviously had never done this kind of work so some things he thought could be done actually wouldn't work. For example, in the kitchen wall, one of the biggest problems with cold intrusion comes from a covered over glass brick window. The workers were unable to fill behind the cabinet there because the drill would have broken the glass, so that will still be a spot of cold intrusion.
The other major problem of disconnect was a crawl space in a room addition. Apparently it is so shallow that no one can fit into half of it to spray. I can't believe the company doesn't have a remote camera they could have used to determine that. The end result is that only half of my crawlspace got the spray foam. They offered to cut a hole in the floor and try to do it that way or to dig around two sides of this room and spray the outside. I passed on those two solutions.
I waited more than three weeks for the salesman to get back to me with those possible solutions. I feel that was poor responsiveness and a lack of professionalism.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Neil Umphress construction
4.9(
22
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Neil Umphress explained exactly how he would complete the installation of insulation in my attic including the type of material he would use. When a problem was encountered he discussed how it could be handled and left the decision to me. They worked all day with a lunch break Then another problem occurred and I thought they wouldn’t be able to finish in a day, but they pushed through, cleaned up and even insulated an area that was not in the contract just because it needed it. I have more work and will definitely call Neil Umphress to do it."
Blown-in
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blown-in

+11

Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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USA Insulation South Elgin
4.4(
25
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Once they got here it didn't take long for them to blow in the foam insulation. They only had two guys and they were quick. The one blowing it in show me what he does and explained it to me. Very nice people."
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
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Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a different person who came out before them who was horrible and then I tried Crawlspace/Basement Waterproofing Solution because they were reasonably priced and they worked with me on scheduling their time so that they would be there when the electrician are there. They worked together with the electricians and were all done. They were wonderful. It was an all-day project but everybody worked together. Everybody showed up, everybody cooperated, and it was all done in one day with a big job. They were very good with the whole thing. The price was really good deal and all they have to do is seal from the outside to the inside. The biggest thing for us is that, they were here when everybody is here to do one thing. They are really good and we only had one problem but it was all filled up. This company gave exactly what we needed, showed up when they are supposed to, and did a great job. It was perfect. I would recommend right away to anybody before anybody else.  We were very impressed with them."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

In many cases, installing new drywall will boost your home value. Replacing old, damaged, cracked, or wavy drywall is a great way to improve the look and feel of your home, as new drywall installed by a professional shouldn’t have any imperfections. Additionally, removing old drywall means you’ll have open walls, so you can install new insulation and address exposed issues with plumbing and electrical systems running behind the walls. All of these fixes will also add to your home’s value.

Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can’t soften the texture with water. Instead, you’ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Yes, applying a texture can hide minor imperfections and irregularities in drywall, but it will not cover significant damage like nail marks or screw holes. The best texture depends on the size of the flaws. For minor imperfections, popular choices like orange peel, sand, or popcorn texture are effective. For larger imperfections, you may need a more prominent style, such as a knockdown or trowel finish, to conceal them effectively.

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