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GreenFrog LLC

4.56(
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GreenFrog LLC

4.56(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2021 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today

"I recently asked for some estimates for painting our entire home exterior, having our three sets of stairs rebuilt, fixing several of our windows, and repairing several door jams. After reviewing the estimates in detail, I decided to go with Shane Franich of GreenFrog LLC. He was always prompt and courteous, and answered all my calls and messages on a timely basis. His estimate was very reasonable for the work being provided, and along with Marco of Prime Construction, did an excellent job on the painting and repair of our home. I would definitely use them again for any future projects!"

Brad K on July 2025

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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today

"I recently asked for some estimates for painting our entire home exterior, having our three sets of stairs rebuilt, fixing several of our windows, and repairing several door jams. After reviewing the estimates in detail, I decided to go with Shane Franich of GreenFrog LLC. He was always prompt and courteous, and answered all my calls and messages on a timely basis. His estimate was very reasonable for the work being provided, and along with Marco of Prime Construction, did an excellent job on the painting and repair of our home. I would definitely use them again for any future projects!"

Brad K on July 2025


Jess's Handyman Service

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Jess's Handyman Service

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I have been in the construction business for over 30 years. I specialize in all types of home repair, especially doors, window, floors. No job is too big or too small. I am a one man show which allows me to have lower overhead. I can do extremely high quality work at a competitive price.

"He is wonderful. Very high quality work. Works quickly and efficiently."

Debbie A on April 2019

I have been in the construction business for over 30 years. I specialize in all types of home repair, especially doors, window, floors. No job is too big or too small. I am a one man show which allows me to have lower overhead. I can do extremely high quality work at a competitive price.

"He is wonderful. Very high quality work. Works quickly and efficiently."

Debbie A on April 2019


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Guardian Protection

4.74(
2,120
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Guardian Protection

4.74(
2,120
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

"We hired Guardian to install our security system at our Washington, DC, business. The service and quality of the work was horrible. We had cameras and an alarm system installed; it was a relatively large system. They outsource most of the work to various vendors. They could not manage their vendors; what was supposed to take a week took two months. The sales rep did not return calls, and you could never get anyone in management on the phone. Random people would show up at unannounced times. The few things that an actual Guardian employee did were they made a huge mess of our newly remodeled office and were rude to our staff. We have offices in five markets across the US and have high security at each; we have never had such a poor experience."

William M on December 2024


Campbell's Painting & More

4.89(
131
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Campbell's Painting & More

4.89(
131
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... has been in business over 30 years with an outstanding reputation of excellence. We take great pride in providing exceptional customer service while working hard to get the job done professionally and in a timely manner. We work closely with you throughout the project giving you the results you're looking for and deserve! We provide complete home improvement services, property management/maintenance & we'll even offer to do your laundry!! So, when you're in need of a reliable, dependable professional that will bring beauty to your home with lasting results, call CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... because “We’re Building Friendships... One Project at a time!” We also offer referral fees as a simple way of saying “thanks” to everyone promoting our growth. This also assures that everyone’s involvement with us is a “win-win” experience. Thank you for choosing CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... as your professional home improvement service provider.

"Excellent Service and workmanship This is the 4th job Dwight and his people have done for me and each has exceeded my expectations. He and his people take pride in their work and it shows in the final product. Highly recommend you calling Dwight for any remodel work."

Patrick W on August 2019

CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... has been in business over 30 years with an outstanding reputation of excellence. We take great pride in providing exceptional customer service while working hard to get the job done professionally and in a timely manner. We work closely with you throughout the project giving you the results you're looking for and deserve! We provide complete home improvement services, property management/maintenance & we'll even offer to do your laundry!! So, when you're in need of a reliable, dependable professional that will bring beauty to your home with lasting results, call CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... because “We’re Building Friendships... One Project at a time!” We also offer referral fees as a simple way of saying “thanks” to everyone promoting our growth. This also assures that everyone’s involvement with us is a “win-win” experience. Thank you for choosing CAMPBELL'S PAINTING & MORE... as your professional home improvement service provider.

"Excellent Service and workmanship This is the 4th job Dwight and his people have done for me and each has exceeded my expectations. He and his people take pride in their work and it shows in the final product. Highly recommend you calling Dwight for any remodel work."

Patrick W on August 2019


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RetroFoam of East Tennessee

5.00(
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RetroFoam of East Tennessee

5.00(
28
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Vision: For everyone in the Knoxville and the East Tennessee region to have a warmer /cooler, dryer, healthier, more energy efficient home through the use of our high efficiency insulation products. RetroFoam™ Mission: RetroFoam™ of East Tennessee is a team of highly dedicated, trained installers who are passionate, reliable, committed professionals. We will work to make sure that everyone who is associated with RetroFoam™ will benefit through our association.We are in the business of transforming homes through the delivery of world leading products and educating our customers on the benefits of our services.

"I highly recommend Retrofoam; it works. If you have an older home and need to get it insulated, you have two options. 1. Remove the walls and add insulation. 2. Retrofoam We chose retro foam and are very pleased with our decision. Pros: Our home gets warm faster. Our home remains warm longer. Rooms that were once colder than others are the same temperature as the rest of the house. Wind drafts through the house eliminated. Wind drafts around windows eliminated. Outside noise, reduced significantly, I mean reduced by a lot. We can now sleep with no white noise. Amazing. Overall improvement on the quality of living, physically and audibly. Cons: The inside install is messy. (These guys try hard to minimize the mess) Outside install was much less hassle and messy. (The installers do a great job cleaning up their work area.) How It Works Retrofoam is mixed from powder and water. It has a similar consistency to shaving foam from a can. It is pumped into a void or cavity inside your wall, making its way around wires, plumbing, and other obstacles in the wall. It hardens and maintains its form and placement—the tiny air bubbles in the foam help create the insulating properties. It has a low odor when installed and is non-existent after a few days. Our Story Our house was built in the 1950s with no insulation. Our brick home was constructed with hollow walls and void cavities around all of the windows. Twice windows have been replaced, once to replace the original single-pane windows and the second time to replace some storm damaged windows. Each time the windows were replaced, no insulation was installed around the window frames, allowing wind to get into the home. Combining that with the hollow walls added years of expensive utility bills and uncomfortable living space. The house temperature was so unevenly controlled, we needed to wear jackets in one area and t-shirts in the next room. We are now remodeling our home. We need a way to insulate without removing all of the inside walls. After doing research, I found Retrofoam as an option. After meeting with Mr. Eddie Sanford, I quickly decided to install the Retrofoam in my house. Eddie made the process easy to understand and helped us devise a plan to prepare for the installation. Eddie's comprehensive strategy was quickly put into motion, and the process began. Our Retrofoam project included all of the exterior walls of the upstairs living space. Mostly brick with hollow walls and old school plaster walls inside. One smaller area, 10' x 6', was constructed of block and was filled with Retrofoam upstairs and downstairs. About 1/2 of the house was accessed from the inside and the other from the outside. The outdoor installation was much more manageable and cleaner for me as the homeowner. However, not all sections of the house could be accessed from the outside. When the installation crew arrived, Robert, George, and Brandon walked through my home. Robert discussed the approach and how the installation would proceed. Before beginning, they covered most everything with plastic and began drilling holes for the installation. The holes drilled into the inside walls are 2.5 inches allowing the large diameter hose to easily access the cavity. Holes from the outside are about the size of a dime. In our case, the outside holes were made through the mortar joints. The foam is pumped into the outer holes using a brass fitting and higher pressure to fill the cavities. After completion, the outside holes were plugged using mortar and drywall compound for the interior. After the foam was mixed, they brought in the hose and installation apparatus. The hose was inserted into a 2.5" hole in the inside wall. The foam was sprayed into each cavity between the studs. Working the foam into the wall cavity from the bottom up and then from the top down. During the installation, the foam can be heard filling the hole. The installation took roughly three days. The installation crew was courteous, careful, extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy, humorous at times, and professional. Even with the typical mess that comes with construction projects, I truly enjoyed the crew's company. I found their work ethic to be top-notch. Upon completing the job, the crew chief Robert did a thorough inspection and cleanup then asked if I was satisfied. After the install, we noticed an immediate reduction in the outside road noise from passing traffic. So much reduction that we no longer use a fan for white noise in our bedroom at night. We also noticed that our house would hold heat much longer. The first night we set the heat to 62 before bed. The room temp was around 68 degrees; by morning, the temp was still 64, and the heat had not kicked on all night long. This is so uncommon; typically, the heat kicks on several times through the night. The two other areas we noticed immediately were the upstairs laundry room and downstairs bathroom. In the past, both rooms were noticeably colder than the rest of the house, requiring the use of small heaters. Now both rooms are the same temperature as the other rooms in the home. We are delighted with our decision to install the Retrofoam, and I am confident you will be too."

Bobby J on February 2021

Vision: For everyone in the Knoxville and the East Tennessee region to have a warmer /cooler, dryer, healthier, more energy efficient home through the use of our high efficiency insulation products. RetroFoam™ Mission: RetroFoam™ of East Tennessee is a team of highly dedicated, trained installers who are passionate, reliable, committed professionals. We will work to make sure that everyone who is associated with RetroFoam™ will benefit through our association.We are in the business of transforming homes through the delivery of world leading products and educating our customers on the benefits of our services.

"I highly recommend Retrofoam; it works. If you have an older home and need to get it insulated, you have two options. 1. Remove the walls and add insulation. 2. Retrofoam We chose retro foam and are very pleased with our decision. Pros: Our home gets warm faster. Our home remains warm longer. Rooms that were once colder than others are the same temperature as the rest of the house. Wind drafts through the house eliminated. Wind drafts around windows eliminated. Outside noise, reduced significantly, I mean reduced by a lot. We can now sleep with no white noise. Amazing. Overall improvement on the quality of living, physically and audibly. Cons: The inside install is messy. (These guys try hard to minimize the mess) Outside install was much less hassle and messy. (The installers do a great job cleaning up their work area.) How It Works Retrofoam is mixed from powder and water. It has a similar consistency to shaving foam from a can. It is pumped into a void or cavity inside your wall, making its way around wires, plumbing, and other obstacles in the wall. It hardens and maintains its form and placement—the tiny air bubbles in the foam help create the insulating properties. It has a low odor when installed and is non-existent after a few days. Our Story Our house was built in the 1950s with no insulation. Our brick home was constructed with hollow walls and void cavities around all of the windows. Twice windows have been replaced, once to replace the original single-pane windows and the second time to replace some storm damaged windows. Each time the windows were replaced, no insulation was installed around the window frames, allowing wind to get into the home. Combining that with the hollow walls added years of expensive utility bills and uncomfortable living space. The house temperature was so unevenly controlled, we needed to wear jackets in one area and t-shirts in the next room. We are now remodeling our home. We need a way to insulate without removing all of the inside walls. After doing research, I found Retrofoam as an option. After meeting with Mr. Eddie Sanford, I quickly decided to install the Retrofoam in my house. Eddie made the process easy to understand and helped us devise a plan to prepare for the installation. Eddie's comprehensive strategy was quickly put into motion, and the process began. Our Retrofoam project included all of the exterior walls of the upstairs living space. Mostly brick with hollow walls and old school plaster walls inside. One smaller area, 10' x 6', was constructed of block and was filled with Retrofoam upstairs and downstairs. About 1/2 of the house was accessed from the inside and the other from the outside. The outdoor installation was much more manageable and cleaner for me as the homeowner. However, not all sections of the house could be accessed from the outside. When the installation crew arrived, Robert, George, and Brandon walked through my home. Robert discussed the approach and how the installation would proceed. Before beginning, they covered most everything with plastic and began drilling holes for the installation. The holes drilled into the inside walls are 2.5 inches allowing the large diameter hose to easily access the cavity. Holes from the outside are about the size of a dime. In our case, the outside holes were made through the mortar joints. The foam is pumped into the outer holes using a brass fitting and higher pressure to fill the cavities. After completion, the outside holes were plugged using mortar and drywall compound for the interior. After the foam was mixed, they brought in the hose and installation apparatus. The hose was inserted into a 2.5" hole in the inside wall. The foam was sprayed into each cavity between the studs. Working the foam into the wall cavity from the bottom up and then from the top down. During the installation, the foam can be heard filling the hole. The installation took roughly three days. The installation crew was courteous, careful, extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy, humorous at times, and professional. Even with the typical mess that comes with construction projects, I truly enjoyed the crew's company. I found their work ethic to be top-notch. Upon completing the job, the crew chief Robert did a thorough inspection and cleanup then asked if I was satisfied. After the install, we noticed an immediate reduction in the outside road noise from passing traffic. So much reduction that we no longer use a fan for white noise in our bedroom at night. We also noticed that our house would hold heat much longer. The first night we set the heat to 62 before bed. The room temp was around 68 degrees; by morning, the temp was still 64, and the heat had not kicked on all night long. This is so uncommon; typically, the heat kicks on several times through the night. The two other areas we noticed immediately were the upstairs laundry room and downstairs bathroom. In the past, both rooms were noticeably colder than the rest of the house, requiring the use of small heaters. Now both rooms are the same temperature as the other rooms in the home. We are delighted with our decision to install the Retrofoam, and I am confident you will be too."

Bobby J on February 2021


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The Premier Handyman

4.81(
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The Premier Handyman

4.81(
262
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Premier Handyman specializes in all phases of home repair, painting, handyman services for residential and commercial establishments.24/7 Emergency services... Whether you are looking to remodel the kitchen, bathroom,upgrade the office environment, or just have the office repainted, we can help. We are an insured and bonded handyman company that goes the distance to provide quality workmanship you can count on. We offer free estimates, guaranteed customer satisfaction and exceeding industry standards with our 2 year warranty on every project and the materials we use. Lend your trust in The Premier Handyman and we can help you easily navigate your home improvements. We'd love to help with your "TO DO" list Sometimes it's the smaller things that you need done. With previous customers our handyman services have included: moving large safes up and down flights of stairs, power washing homes, sidewalks, driveways, commercial parking lots and drive-thru lanes with "gum removal". Installing doggie doors, home made book shelves, ceiling fans, faucet repair or replacement, towel bars, toilet paper holders, screened in porch, tree, bush and shrub trimming. But not limited to!!! With The Premier Handyman you can mark all of these problems off your "To Do" list. The best part about it all, you only have to contact one company to do it. Contact The Premier Handyman to help with your pesky "To Do" list... We're glad to help with your large home repairs as well.

"I had Premier Handyman install a Tesla wall charger for me along with another breaker for it and they were excellent as well as extremely fast! This wasn't the first instance I've used the company and they always do exactly what they say, when they say and at an affordable price for such quality work! I would highly recommend using The Premier Handyman for any services; electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, you name it. The owner has an honest company that provides good work for the community."

Josh W on March 2023

The Premier Handyman specializes in all phases of home repair, painting, handyman services for residential and commercial establishments.24/7 Emergency services... Whether you are looking to remodel the kitchen, bathroom,upgrade the office environment, or just have the office repainted, we can help. We are an insured and bonded handyman company that goes the distance to provide quality workmanship you can count on. We offer free estimates, guaranteed customer satisfaction and exceeding industry standards with our 2 year warranty on every project and the materials we use. Lend your trust in The Premier Handyman and we can help you easily navigate your home improvements. We'd love to help with your "TO DO" list Sometimes it's the smaller things that you need done. With previous customers our handyman services have included: moving large safes up and down flights of stairs, power washing homes, sidewalks, driveways, commercial parking lots and drive-thru lanes with "gum removal". Installing doggie doors, home made book shelves, ceiling fans, faucet repair or replacement, towel bars, toilet paper holders, screened in porch, tree, bush and shrub trimming. But not limited to!!! With The Premier Handyman you can mark all of these problems off your "To Do" list. The best part about it all, you only have to contact one company to do it. Contact The Premier Handyman to help with your pesky "To Do" list... We're glad to help with your large home repairs as well.

"I had Premier Handyman install a Tesla wall charger for me along with another breaker for it and they were excellent as well as extremely fast! This wasn't the first instance I've used the company and they always do exactly what they say, when they say and at an affordable price for such quality work! I would highly recommend using The Premier Handyman for any services; electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, you name it. The owner has an honest company that provides good work for the community."

Josh W on March 2023


Custom Renovations Co

4.81(
440
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Custom Renovations Co

4.81(
440
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award winning company in business since 1981. We do custom interior and exterior renovations and additions. We also do all types of roofing and siding. We take pride in our work and your satisfaction.

"Custom renovations went above and beyond. They did a good job"

Cecelia O on July 2021

Award winning company in business since 1981. We do custom interior and exterior renovations and additions. We also do all types of roofing and siding. We take pride in our work and your satisfaction.

"Custom renovations went above and beyond. They did a good job"

Cecelia O on July 2021


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J T Home Repair

4.86(
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J T Home Repair

4.86(
78
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

J T Home Repair, Remodeling and Handyman service is a full-service Repair and remodeling company for the home. We pride our self on being dependable and professional. We are dedicated to making your home repair or remodel an enjoyable experience. We are licensed, insured and bonded.

"Great. Jobs got done right for good price."

Kenny C on March 2024

J T Home Repair, Remodeling and Handyman service is a full-service Repair and remodeling company for the home. We pride our self on being dependable and professional. We are dedicated to making your home repair or remodel an enjoyable experience. We are licensed, insured and bonded.

"Great. Jobs got done right for good price."

Kenny C on March 2024


City Heating & Air

4.69(
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City Heating & Air

4.69(
109
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

City Heating & Air Conditioning has been in business serving East Tennessee since 1961, specializing in all residential including new construction and commercial. We are experts on installation, service, and zoning your home's air quality. We also specialize in TVA installations, where since 2004 we have been awarded the TVA Energy Right Program for Regional Performing Company of the year. Our management team has over 95 years of combined experience that you can put your trust in to depend on. Additional phones - (865) 938-1005, (865) 481-3288, (865) 694-4522, (865) 688-0303 . Award winning.

"After using this company for 10 years on my 2 properties, because they did a good install at my Dad's, I find out that every single tech that came out over the years didn't do proper maintenance. I never went out and watched, I never looked inside at the coil and the heat. None of them took out the coil and cleaned it. The heat is filthy. The coil area is so rusty from condensation due to the drain filling up with rust and backing up and spilling down into the heat underneath and rusting out a motor. Every time, I asked why was my air causing so much water, they would tell me it was hot in the garage! No checking my coil. No cleaning my drain as they said they did. No cleaning the heat. Last night I saw this with my own eyes when a new company I hired to fix the heat and look at the air coil pulled the cover and showed me the mess. Told me I should've been keeping up with maintenance on it. Well, I was, only City Heat and Air techs were lying to me about performing the maintenace properly. The last straw was I always ask for a tech at my other property that is knowledgable with Apollo system and the last one they sent, I had to explain how it operates. In fact, that is the reason I called another company. If you use them for maintenance, go out there and watch them."

June M on March 2024

City Heating & Air Conditioning has been in business serving East Tennessee since 1961, specializing in all residential including new construction and commercial. We are experts on installation, service, and zoning your home's air quality. We also specialize in TVA installations, where since 2004 we have been awarded the TVA Energy Right Program for Regional Performing Company of the year. Our management team has over 95 years of combined experience that you can put your trust in to depend on. Additional phones - (865) 938-1005, (865) 481-3288, (865) 694-4522, (865) 688-0303 . Award winning.

"After using this company for 10 years on my 2 properties, because they did a good install at my Dad's, I find out that every single tech that came out over the years didn't do proper maintenance. I never went out and watched, I never looked inside at the coil and the heat. None of them took out the coil and cleaned it. The heat is filthy. The coil area is so rusty from condensation due to the drain filling up with rust and backing up and spilling down into the heat underneath and rusting out a motor. Every time, I asked why was my air causing so much water, they would tell me it was hot in the garage! No checking my coil. No cleaning my drain as they said they did. No cleaning the heat. Last night I saw this with my own eyes when a new company I hired to fix the heat and look at the air coil pulled the cover and showed me the mess. Told me I should've been keeping up with maintenance on it. Well, I was, only City Heat and Air techs were lying to me about performing the maintenace properly. The last straw was I always ask for a tech at my other property that is knowledgable with Apollo system and the last one they sent, I had to explain how it operates. In fact, that is the reason I called another company. If you use them for maintenance, go out there and watch them."

June M on March 2024


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Aire Today

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Aire Today

4.67(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1991 years of experience

Thank you for your interest in Aire Today. You may not be familier with the name, but I assure you Aire Today is not new to the Heating and Air Conditioning Industry. Aire Today has over 21 years experience in the Heating and Air Conditioning Industry with 17 of those years located right here in the Great Smoky Mountains. Aire Today will proudly service the Sevier, Blount, Jefferson and Knox counties of Tennessee.

"Irelynn did a great job of assessing the problem and drained the water that accumulated in the pan in the attic, which was causing the system to shut off."

Pamela M on June 2020

Thank you for your interest in Aire Today. You may not be familier with the name, but I assure you Aire Today is not new to the Heating and Air Conditioning Industry. Aire Today has over 21 years experience in the Heating and Air Conditioning Industry with 17 of those years located right here in the Great Smoky Mountains. Aire Today will proudly service the Sevier, Blount, Jefferson and Knox counties of Tennessee.

"Irelynn did a great job of assessing the problem and drained the water that accumulated in the pan in the attic, which was causing the system to shut off."

Pamela M on June 2020

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Insulation questions, answered by experts

Vapor barriers in attics are a bit outdated and most areas no longer recommend them for attic spaces. For vented attics, the best method is usually to install drywall and cover it with latex paint before attaching insulation fiberglass, cellulose, or foam insulation. When renovating an attic to use as a living space, a contractor can guide you on the best way to cover insulation.

Bathroom wall insulation not only keeps the area temperate, but it also reduces instances of mold, mildew, and rot. Bathrooms, after all, are havens for moisture. With this in mind, it’s absolutely worth it to insulate bathroom walls since it saves money in the long run. You won’t have to hire a pricey mold remediation service down the line. Also, insulation decreases outdoor noise and lowers energy costs.

Just how long insulation lasts depends on the type of insulation you use. Fiberglass can last between 80 and 100 years, but it's important to start checking fiberglass insulation around the 15-year mark. Spray foam also has a long life span of up to 80 years, while mineral wool can last up to 100 years. Although eco-friendly, cellulose only has a lifespan of 20 to 30 years.

Cellulose insulation is usually made from recycled paper products, such as old newspapers, but cellulose might also contain recycled denim. While most homeowners traditionally buy cellulose insulation to use for installation, it is possible to make your own at home with old newspapers, cardboard, a paper shredder, and boric acid (important for fireproofing your cellulose insulation materials).

Installing insulation helps reduce energy usage, improve home comfort, and lower utility bills by maintaining stable indoor temperatures year-round.

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