What are the best ways to insulate an attic?

• <div><p>Blown-in insulation works, but only for unfinished attics. Also, it isn’t the longest-lasting nor the most effective option. For better options, look into <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/diy-spray-foam-insulation-kits.htm">spray foam insulation</a> or natural fiber batts. They typically have a longer lifespan, better heat resistance, and stronger sound-proof abilities. Spray foam insulation costs about $1.25 to $1.50 per square foot, but can go up to more than $4 per square foot. Fiber batt pricing varies depending on the material.</p></div>

Should I remove old attic insulation before adding new?

• <div><p>Ideally, you can add new insulation to your existing insulation. However, some circumstances require you to remove old insulation before adding any new insulation: </p><ul><li><p>If the insulation is over 15 years old</p></li><li><p>If the insulation is wet or moldy</p></li><li><p>If it is <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-vermiculite-insulation.htm">vermiculite insulation</a></p></li><li><p>If you see signs of pest infestation</p></li></ul><p>Removing old insulation is best left to a pro who can safely dispose of potential moldy or asbestos-ridden insulation.</p></div>

Can I insulate my walls without removing drywall?

• <div><p>It is possible to insulate your walls without removing drywall, but it’s not a good idea to attempt the work yourself. A professional can use blown-in insulation or spray foam insulation to fill wall voids without opening up the walls, and the option they use typically depends on your climate and whether or not there’s insulation in your wall already that can remain in place. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/spray-foam-insulation-cost.htm">Spray foam insulation costs</a> more and isn’t always a viable option, but it’s a better insulator. Call in an expert to help decide which is right for you.</p></div>

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Q: What is best to put on windows to keep cold out?

• <div><p>To keep cold out, look for treatments that sit close to the window frame and are made from thick, insulating materials. Thermal curtains, cellular shades, window quilts, and insulated shutters can all help retain heat. Layering window treatments, like pairing lined curtains with cellular shades, can provide even better insulation by further reducing drafts and heat transfer.</p></div>

Q: Where is insulation most important in a house?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ve likely heard the saying &ldquo;heat rises&rdquo;&mdash;well, it&rsquo;s true! This is why it is critical to properly insulate your attic and protect yourself from chilly winter nights. During summer, your attic insulation will also protect against excessive heat gain radiating through the ceiling into the rest of your home below.</p></div>

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Richter Roofing
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Reviewed in November 2023
Mr Yoder seemed very knowledgeable and informative. Explained the situation and repaired it. We have had one rain event since then and so far so good, no leaks!
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Reviewed in September 2023
This company is reliable, fast, great communications and great work. Not just roofing but siding, windows, screen roofs, driveways and much more. Give them a chance and you will be happy. Our neighbors and ourselves have used them frequently.
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Reviewed in April 2023
Safe House Air Duct & Dryer vent cleaning was recommended by our neighbour. They responded to my call and were available to do the job in less than a week. The staff were efficient, very knowledgeable, answered my questions and performed additional services as requested. They left a clean...
Safe House
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Reviewed in December 2021
Started out rough but ended wonderful. Courteous and hard working crew. Did a a great job on getting my house fully insulated I would definitely recommend USA insulation of buffalo Thank you all and Merry Christmas
USA Insulation of Buffalo
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Reviewed in February 2021
Prompt, courteous, and at a great price. We hired Anthony to install glass block windows in our basement. They made sure to protect our house by laying drop cloths throughout and moved things out of the way. They cleaned up afterwards and the windows look awesome. Would definitely hire again.
AM Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
We wanted to remodel our single car garage into a living room for our house. The dimensions for the garage were approximately 11x23 with a large garage door opening and a 36X34; wide opening into the house. We got three separate quotes and Buck Construction came in under the other two with a...
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Reviewed in January 2014
First red flag should have been the fact that he framed a window and an entire room incorrectly despite being notified of what size we wanted the rooms and front window on numerous occassions. Next red flag should have been that he and his crew left their empty coffee cups and garbage under my...
Smith Construction
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Reviewed in July 2011
It was never resolved. He told me that it ended up taking longer than usual because when he went into the crawl space he had to battle with blown insulation. I advised him that he should have called me to tell me such and tell me that the cost of the job would be significantly higher. He told me...
BECC ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in February 2010
Contractor did a haphazard job. The building inspector had resigned early in the project therefore there was no building inspector to oversee the project to ensure the contractor was building up to code. The contractor used 2 x 6's in the roof instead of 2 x 10's. The roof started to leak the...
Hawk Construction LLC
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Bauer Specialty & Gutter Solutions of Lake Erie

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In business since 1999

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"The company was very professional and did a good job for us. They are not cheap, but did offer a discount for a combo job for both gutters and insulation. Their crew was meticulous and did a very good job with clean-up after the work was completed."

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"Roberto was the technician and he was very professional, polite, and personable. He inspected the rest of our system and told us things that needed to be changed or repaired. He showed me pictures of everything. Everything he told me about was accurate. He quoted me a price for R38 insulation , Some of our ducts were plastic and he recommended them to be changed. I agreed completely and didn't know they were plastic. I would have had them done the work but I had no price comparisons to make and besides I didn't have the money right then. So he just finished the vent cleaning and left his card. He did a great job on the vent cleaning and was happy with the work."

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We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in roofing, siding, gutters, and skylights, we guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Insulation questions, answered by experts

Blown-in insulation works, but only for unfinished attics. Also, it isn’t the longest-lasting nor the most effective option. For better options, look into spray foam insulation or natural fiber batts. They typically have a longer lifespan, better heat resistance, and stronger sound-proof abilities. Spray foam insulation costs about $1.25 to $1.50 per square foot, but can go up to more than $4 per square foot. Fiber batt pricing varies depending on the material.

To keep cold out, look for treatments that sit close to the window frame and are made from thick, insulating materials. Thermal curtains, cellular shades, window quilts, and insulated shutters can all help retain heat. Layering window treatments, like pairing lined curtains with cellular shades, can provide even better insulation by further reducing drafts and heat transfer.

Ideally, you can add new insulation to your existing insulation. However, some circumstances require you to remove old insulation before adding any new insulation:

If the insulation is over 15 years old
If the insulation is wet or moldy
If it is vermiculite insulation
If you see signs of pest infestation

Removing old insulation is best left to a pro who can safely dispose of potential moldy or asbestos-ridden insulation.

It is possible to insulate your walls without removing drywall, but it’s not a good idea to attempt the work yourself. A professional can use blown-in insulation or spray foam insulation to fill wall voids without opening up the walls, and the option they use typically depends on your climate and whether or not there’s insulation in your wall already that can remain in place. Spray foam insulation costs more and isn’t always a viable option, but it’s a better insulator. Call in an expert to help decide which is right for you.

You’ve likely heard the saying “heat rises”—well, it’s true! This is why it is critical to properly insulate your attic and protect yourself from chilly winter nights. During summer, your attic insulation will also protect against excessive heat gain radiating through the ceiling into the rest of your home below.

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