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Insulation Commandos
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Insulation Commandos is an outstanding company! Excellent communication with Matthew (phone, text and emails), detailed quotes with line item breakdown, photos throughout the process and video, fast service and completion of work. Insulation Commando's went beyond my expectations in my home repairs, I highly recommend them. From the first inspection, material removal, installation of new insulation, air sealing of crawl space, to the attachment of the floor joists.. I knew I made the right decision. They made my house, my home again! I look forward to hiring them to complete additional projects."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RetroFoam of East Tennessee
5.0(
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - Install

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Austin and George were the absolute best! Arrived on time, prep work done instantly and the spray foam began. These guys worked nonstop in 90+ temperatures! Final project was completed in a very timely manner and beyond my expectations! I am very pleased with job preformed and the final outcome. Austin and George were extremely polite, professional and courteous! I definitely made the right decision to hire Retro Foam to insulate my detached metal garage. I am extremely pleased with their work and product! Thank you Retro Foam team!"
Open cell spray foam
Open cell sprayfoam on attic wall
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Open cell spray foam on roof deck
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BIA Insulation Services LLC
5.0(
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When I had originally contacted Bia Insulation I was pleasantly surprised at how quick and easy the process was to set up my appointment with them. Once everything logistically was taken care of, insulation install process came and went in a swift manner. I was highly impressed with not only how professional but personable Jeremy was. He was my go to guy from start to finish and that meant a lot to me. Having the one point of contact throughout the whole process was breathe of fresh air. As far as savings go, my wallet and my wife are VERY happy. We noticed savings on our bill within the first couple of months."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ADT Solar
4.4(
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Blown-In Insulation - Install or UpgradeInjection Insulation - InstallInsulation - Install or Upgrade

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rep. checked entire system. He found several wires not connected properly and fixed this. He also made recommendations regarding the attachment of the panels to the rood that would provide more stability and leakproofing. The representative appeared to know what he was doing - much better than others, including the representative who was engaged by the roofer (who replaced our rood due to hail damage) to disconnect/connect the panels."
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5 kW PV Installation
9.5 kW PV Installation
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

It is possible to apply plaster on the interior or exterior of your home, but we don’t recommend it. Plaster is easy to apply in theory, but in reality, it can be a challenging material to work with, and it’s difficult to get the finished product to look clean, even, and smooth. Many DIYers end up calling in a professional afterward to touch up the area or even redo it entirely because of mistakes they made in the process. Hiring a plaster pro will cost more, but it’s usually the best option to achieve high-quality results.

Applying spackle is a simple DIY project that most people can complete in just a few hours. Even homeowners who have little DIY experience can complete this project in an afternoon. However, if you're uncomfortable with the project or don't have the time, you can always hire a pro to help.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

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