Top-rated drywall insulation pros.

Get matched with top drywall insulation pros in Lochearn, MD

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your drywall insulation project in Lochearn, MD?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY LOCHEARN, MD HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.4
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon370
    Verified drywall insulation services reviews

Find Drywall insulation pros in Lochearn

Avatar for Koala Insulation of The Greater Baltimore Area
Koala Insulation of The Greater Baltimore Area
4.8(
13
)
Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Lochearn, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had insulation installed a week earlier by Koala. During the insulation, Jasper (insulator) suggested another area that we might consider installing blown-in insulation. We agreed and the second job was performed on Friday, the 24th. Jasper and Richard were on time, the insulation project was well done and they left the area very clean. Would use them again."
Insulation Projects
Spray Foam Insulation
Insulation Projects
Blow-in Rig
Truck

+9

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for RetroFoam of Philadelphia
RetroFoam of Philadelphia
5.0(
22
)
Injection Insulation - Install

Serving Lochearn, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely satisfied with the whole process of our house being insulated. First we had the walls done, and then a couple weeks later we had our attic insulated. The crew were so nice, friendly, and knowledgeable. We are very satisfied with everything. Thank you, everyone."
RetroFoam Wall Insulation
Installing RetroFoam
RetroFoam with Siding
RetroFoam with Brick
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Atlas Home Energy Solutions
Atlas Home Energy Solutions
4.1(
34
)
Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Lochearn, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Atlas Home Energy Solutions to remove old insulation and replace it with the foam technique. However, I ran into numerous unexpected problems due to a slow leak from old pipes. It took awhile to sort out. Atlas Home Energy Solutions gave me lots of expert advice. They were willing to come out and review the situation. They were also willing to reschedule and wait until another contractor dealt with the water issue and its ensuing problems. They helped me make some difficult decisions before they could insulate the crawl space. When it was ready for them to come and insulate the area they bumped their schedule forward to get it done. This company did sterling work. Their expertise and professionalism were outstanding. They really know what they are doing and guided me through a more protracted process than originally envisioned. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Visual Inspection of all Areas of your Home
Attic Insulation and Air Sealing
Infrared Camera Inspection
Attic Spray Foam
Blower Door Whole House Air Leakage Test

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for ROI Construction LLC
ROI Construction LLC
4.3(
17
)
Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Lochearn, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with ROI Construction sales representative David Burke. David was very knowledgeable about ROI's porducts and services. We look forward to getting our attic insulation project completed and will provide a more thorough review at that time. Thanks, Tim"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+19

44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Smart Energy Pros
Smart Energy Pros
4.3(
19
)
Blown-In Insulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Lochearn, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian came out to perform an energy audit on my home. He arrived on time, was respectful of my home and showed me where my insulation was missing with his infrared camera! His report came two days later as promised with a reasonable quote."
Energy Audit-Insulation
Energy Audit-Insulation
Energy Audit-Insulation
Energy Audit-Insulation
Energy Audit-Insulation

+8

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 66
Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

Whether it’s better to screw or glue drywall depends on your specific budget and project timeline. Professional drywall installers are more likely to use screws and fasteners than adhesives, but it takes longer. But if you are DIYing your drywall installation, glue is a perfectly fine choice if you’re willing to pay extra for adhesive.

While not always necessary, you can glue a drywall ceiling in addition to using screws or nails. Drywall is typically secured to ceiling joists with fasteners, which is often sufficient. However, adding construction adhesive can offer benefits like preventing sagging, bridging gaps, and reducing air leaks for better energy efficiency. It may also be used for specific acoustic or insulation needs. On the other hand, many professionals advise against it because properly placed screws make the drywall structural, glue doesn't add strength, and it makes future repairs or replacements significantly more difficult. Ultimately, it's best to follow local building codes and project-specific requirements to decide if adhesive is right for your ceiling.

You may need to replace drywall because of smoke damage. If the drywall is covered in soot, you may be able to clean it, but it will require a lot of time and effort. You could spend hours cleaning the drywall only to find there is more damage and it needs to be replaced anyway. It’s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.

When you are learning how to tape and mud drywall, waiting for things to dry requires a lot of patience. So how long does drywall mud take to dry? On average, it takes about 24 hours. However, it depends on things like the thickness of the mud, as well as the room’s temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Using thin layers of mud in a warm, low-humidity room with good airflow reduces average drying time. You also could speed up drying time by making use of hot drywall mud, which consists of a powder that you mix with water, instead of using pre-mixed mud. 

The Lochearn, MD homeowners’ guide to drywall insulation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.