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"There was a problem initially with the radiant barrier installation - the first crew of two were installing 30" wide rolls lengthwise along the roof end to end instead of from ridge to eave as the manufacturer recommends and made a couple of other minor mistakes which were easily corrected. After talking to the manufacturer, the sales rep offered to take out what had been installed and re-install according to spec or continue as already done with sealing of all seams and a discount on the job. Done this way, the foil would not have the insulation properties per spec but would provide the radiant barrier I desired. I chose the letter option and the barrier work was continued by another crew on the 2nd day. On the 3rd day the crew finished up with the barrier then blew in the installation.
With the exception of the initial problem, the work was done neatly and professionally by courteous workmen who cleaned up completely after the job was done.
"The work that Metro Insulation, LLC did was well done. The contractor was very kind. I was a new member of Angie's List at that time. I didn't really understand so much what the big deal was. It wasn't a very large break in the price, but it wasn't a tremendous amount of money so I was glad we did this. I would recommend the company. The insulation they installed did end up making our house warmer. The price was considerably more than what I expected it to be, but I really wanted to get this done so I didn't comparison shop. I would shop around more before making a decision whether I would use them again."
"Person who visited was very polite and noted that what I purchased was likely not something that would meet my expectations. I wanted an energy audit, how my systems could be improved in home, lighting, heating, insulation and air conditioners. What I got was a list of things they could work on and the price to do that work. The work list in no way was considered an energy audit, rather it was a punch list of things I could do based on their visual inspection. I did not have a comparison of work and benefit/savings calculation. There was no checklist of inefficiencies and how that translated into energy losses. For example, multiple hi hat lights in house, they spoke about boxing and insulating a few, less than 10, when I have almost 90 in house. Overall I was disappointed, the tech who came said the offering needed to be better presented prior to start of work."
"Overall it went well except I didn't get the other estimates I requested for insulation and gutters. This was not the low bid but they have done several cedar roofs in the area and have a good reputation. The end result looks really good. "
"BGE Home did a great job installing our new air conditioning and heating system. We had a few problems with the air conditioning, and had to have BGE Home supervisors out to figure out what the problem might be. As of this date (Nov. 1, 2013), they seem to have made adjustments to the programmable thermostat that have helped the problem. I am being told that basically the problem is we live in an older house and have older ductwork; and when you get a brand new HVAC system, but have old ductwork, problems can arise. I don't believe BGE Home is to blame for the problems we have had and we are working on getting the house sealed and insulated, so the saga continues. In sum, I do think BGE Home did a good job installing the system; and I also think they did a good job trying to figure out what the problem was and make sure it wasn't their fault. "
"We had a horrendous situation with a basement floor installation that went wrong leaving our house full of fumes, and a week later we discovered our basement was contaminated by asbestos in the process. When we called Bill and Contractors Unlimited, they were extremely responsive. Although other companies gave us bids, Bill was able to work his schedule to fit us in weeks sooner than the others. Although the cost was a bit more, that saved us money because we were displaced and could not even go into our house because of the fumes. CU set up negative air machines to replace the air, they followed asbestos abatement laws, they cleaned every item that could be salvaged in our house. They even saved more than we thought which really reduced our overall expense. Bill and his team were extremely professional, friendly, helpful, and really went out of their way to ease our stress from this situation. At the end of their process, Bill arranged for a air quality inspection which we happily passed - able to return home. I would gladly recommend Contractors Unlimited for asbestos abatement. I just wish we had called them before the floor guys created such a disaster. Thank you Bill! "
"The busy office staff was friendly and professional. My calls and emails were promptly returned. (We did have a minor communication snafu, which we were able to resolve.) Our estimate was scheduled, and Jack came to our home to provide it. He answered all our questions and left a detailed proposal. Once we signed and returned the proposal, the 2-day work was scheduled for 2 weeks out. A snowstorm delayed the start date one more week.
Day 1 - Jason and Justin arrived on time. The first job was insulating some of our basement ceiling copper pipes to help them resist freezing. (One pipe had frozen and burst in February's extended cold snap. It was repaired by a plumber, thus the drywall repair.) The second job was replacing the drywall. It was suggested that I remove the stairwell art so they could bring in the sheet of drywall without harming the art. After the drywall was done, they removed the debris.
After hearing that I was concerned about drywall dust that could result from tomorrow's sanding, Jason gave me a suggestion to minimize the amount of dust: turn off the heat during sanding, and open the windows.
Day 2 - The workers arrived as promised. The office called to make sure I was pleased so far, and that the work was going as planned. The sanding of the drywall, of course, generated dust, but they considerately used a vacuum during sanding, which, combined with the open windows, greatly reduced the amount of dust in the air. (I was understandably elated that this was the first drywall repair where I experienced no respiratory distress!) There's another step before the actual painting begins (perhaps "sealing" the drywall?) The ceiling was painted with paint we provided.
Jason and Justin cleaned up. The job was completed on time, beautifully done.
I would definitely hire Home Pro Roofing and Remodeling again: from the owner, to the office, to the contractors, it's clear that they care about their customers' satisfsction.
"Alex and Hector, (I believe that was their names) showed were good workers and did exactly what I requested within the allotted time. The moved a heavy box television from the first floor to the basement, moved the flat-screen TV, VCR, cable box glass-topped stand from one side of a room to the other. They moved my living room furniture where I wanted. They also went to Home Depot to purchase the outdoor barrier and all equipment needed, replaced the one that was destroyed and removed the debris from the old barrier. "
"Punctual, quick and reasonably priced. The two rooms, which are cinder block, needed another coat of waterproof paint, but the deal was for a painter for a day and time ran out. Clean up was very good. "
Water heater blanket prices range from $20 to $40 on average, though you typically won’t need to spend more than $30 for all the tools and materials required for installation—which include the blanket itself, heavy-duty scissors, and electrical tape. Blankets with higher R-values will also be slightly higher in price.
Yes, basement insulation needs a vapor barrier due to its susceptibility to moisture seeping in from the outside of the house. You should install a moisture barrier before you install insulation or purchase insulation that comes prebuilt with a moisture barrier to avoid water damage in your insulation and costly mold and water remediation expenses.
Insulating ducts prevent or significantly reduce condensation by reducing temperature differences between the duct surface and surrounding air. Proper insulation also minimizes sweating, improves energy efficiency, and prevents moisture damage. However, if humidity levels are unusually high or there are air leaks, additional measures like sealing ducts and using a dehumidifier may be needed.
Monolithic slabs don’t require insulation, but many homeowners choose to have their contractors install insulation under the slab during construction. This can help improve home efficiency even more and keep indoor temperatures more stable. Slab foundations are more energy-efficient than uninsulated crawl spaces and basements, and insulated slab foundations are more energy-efficient than insulated crawl spaces and basements.
The benefits of insulating your pipes include preventing freezing, sweating, and condensation. In addition, insulating your pipes can make your home more energy-efficient by keeping your pipes from losing or gaining heat. You’ll be able to turn the temperature of your water heater down by two to four degrees Fahrenheit. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, this can reduce energy costs by 3% to 4% per year.
The Cheltenham, MD homeowners’ guide to insulation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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