"This was our first time using Apollo Insulation and Geremy and Dennis did an excellent job removing our old (rodent droppings and urine) insulation. They disinfected and repaired any damage caused by the rodents. New insulation was blown in and we couldnâ t be happier. From the initial inspection and quote Geremy was on top of keeping us informed on what would be done to complete the job. Apollo Insulation cleaned up behind them inside and outside leaving our home with no mess. The price was very reasonable and we were very pleased and satisfied with the quality of the work. I highly recommend Apollo Insulation for any of your insulation needs. Very hardworking and professional service company. Bill and Anne G Wayne, Maine"
Did you know that Orkin does Insulation? Our more than 100 years of pest control experience began in 1901 by then fourteen-year-old Otto Orkin. In that , we've become a leader Pest Control as well as an expert Home Insulation. Orkin - We can help energize your home. \n
"Job started a day later than scheduled due to their equipment being down. Job was originally scheduled for 5-7 days. Job actually took 2 weeks and salesman called into the third week saying the job was done. We have never had mold remediation done before and was selling our house. The explanation of how the job would go was vague at best. This is not a process we are familiar with having never been through it before. In the estimate there was a blanket statement of “any construction materials removed will not be replaced” (once again we were never explained anything about this process in regards to things being removed). Upon the job being completed the buyer noticed there was no mention of insulation replacement. We were 2 days from closing and had to hire someone to replace the insulation. The handyman hired to replace the insulation noticed other items had been removed by octagon. We were not left a list of items removed from the residence. I was just told by Matt Brown that “that’s why I gave you a referral of a weatherization company” for 8300$ one would think you might get a verbal explanation of items needing replacement or at least an itemized list. Hope we don’t need to go through this again because as Octagon will not be contacted again."
"I only had patches done under home to fix previous owners neglect. Jaimie was very knowledgeable friendly and helpful. I will use them again when I have the whole under insulated!"
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"Bob was on time, effecient, and honest. I thought I needed more insulation in the attic but he said I had 11" and that was excellent. He could have recommended that he add more, but he didn't and I appreciate that!"
"Richard and his team did a great job resolving my issue. Richard was prompt in responding to my initial request for information. He called me within a few hours of receiving the note that I sent to him via Angie's list. We spoke first thing the next morning and quickly scheduled a visit. Richard not only shared his expertise to explaining what he thought the problem was and how to resolve it. He also pointed out that I may have coverage via my homeowner's insurance, something I hadn't considered. He called his insurance expert on the spot and gave me advice on how to handle a claim. Richard came out to meet with me and the underwriter and helped me get through that process. He started work very quickly thereafter and had the entire project done within a week; plumbing, drywall, painting and all. I'd use him again for any future work I need done."
BRF Services has been completing a wide range of projects for residential and commercial clients for over 20 years, from a simple spray insulation to a full electrical install on a custom home. BRF services values customer service, professionalism and integrity. We are passionate about exceeding your expectations and would love to hear from you. We offer competitive pricing so give us a call for a free estimate. \n\nWe are a one-stop shop for building services, residential services, and facilities services. We offer all in-house services including Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, HVAC, Solar, Heat Pumps, Generators, Excavation, General Construction, Roofing, BPI Energy Audits, Commercial Drone Services, Septic Pumping and Complete System Installs, and more! The only thing we don't do is drill drinking water wells, but don't worry we have great contacts for facilitating those services as well. \n
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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.
The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.
A common cause of separation between a wall and the ceiling is truss lift—this can happen to the ceiling of rooms directly under the attic when the seasons change and wood building materials dry out, shrink, and shift. Roof trusses often dry out at different speeds, and if the bottom pieces dry out faster than the top pieces, they can shrink and pull the attached drywall away from ceilings and walls, causing cracks. Fortunately, truss lift is only a cosmetic problem, not a structural problem, and you can fix it by separating the ceiling drywall from the roof trusses, and patching the cracks.
In most cases, plaster repair will improve your home’s energy efficiency because a solid barrier of the insulative material helps keep conditioned air inside your home. Major plaster repair jobs like repairing large cracks or crumbling sections of plaster or applying a skim coat might make a noticeable difference in your heating and cooling bills. Not only can plaster repairs improve efficiency, but they can also reduce strain on your HVAC equipment, potentially saving you money on maintenance and repairs.
There are a few ways to figure out if your walls are plaster or drywall, but the pushpin method is probably the easiest option. To try it, choose a part of your wall where you can insert a pushpin or thumbtack without leaving an obvious mark. If it goes in easily, you have drywall. But if the wall is tough to penetrate, that’s plaster.
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