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USA Insulation of Charlotte
4.8(
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company is promptly responsive, professional, knowledgeable, and helped us find the right fit solution for our insulation project. They committed to timelines and finished the work both on schedule (despite a significant change in the original project requirements) and within estimated budget. I could not be happier with the warmer, better insulated results of doing business with USA Insulation of Charlotte!"
Starting the day
Opening up the house
Drilling the holes
Drilling the holes
Premium Injection foam in the walls

+9

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
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Home Shield Insulation
4.0(
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently had Home Shield install new insulation in my home, and I couldn't be happier with their work! From start to finish, they were professional, punctual, and efficient. They arrived right on time and completed the job in a timely manner without cutting corners. What really stood out to me was how clean they left everything. They made sure to clean up thoroughly after themselves, which is always appreciated. Additionally, their expertise was evident—they not only knew exactly what needed to be done but also took the time to explain what steps we could take to keep our home warm during the colder months. Overall, their excellent service and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them"
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avila Insulation
New to Angi

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Avila Insulation is proud to be locally owned and operated. With over 20 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Top Below Insulation
New to Angi

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Draft King Insulation, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was able to get scheduled in for some blow in insulation on short notice and for an affordable price. If you're looking to get any work done. Hire Draft Kings Insulation. You won't regret it."
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

A utility knife is sharp enough to score the drywall and it may work in a pinch for outlet box holes. However, one of the best tools for drywall when you need to make exact cuts for an outlet box quickly is a drywall saw. This handheld tool has a longer blade than a utility knife, so it penetrates the thickness of the drywall easily. The design of its handle and the teeth in its blade make it easier to control while cutting quicker than you can with a utility knife.

Yes, wainscoting is installed directly over drywall. However, ensure the drywall is in good shape since it will support the wainscoting. If the drywall has issues, such as holes, mold, or mildew, repair them before installing the wainscoting. Alternatively, you can install a plywood substrate before attaching the trim.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

Vinegar and bleach are effective options for removing mold from drywall. Vinegar is a better choice if you have a smaller mold issue while bleach is best if you have a larger mold problem. If the area you're cleaning has limited ventilation, using vinegar would be a better option. In that case, you could mix vinegar with baking soda to remove more stubborn mold growth.

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface before painting.

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