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DMV Insulation

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DMV Insulation

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
41 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Welcome to DMV Insulation, your trusted partner in creating homes that prioritize comfort, energy efficiency, and tranquility. At DMV Insulation, we specialize in the expert installation of attic insulation, dedicated to transforming your living space into a haven of coziness and serenity. Our Mission: At the core of DMV Insulation's mission is the commitment to enhancing your home environment by seamlessly blending cutting-edge insulation solutions with a passion for sustainability. We believe in creating spaces that not only shield you from the elements but also contribute to a greener and quieter world. Specialization in Attic Insulation: Our focus on attic insulation sets us apart as specialists in this critical aspect of home comfort. The attic plays a pivotal role in regulating indoor temperatures and sound insulation. We bring expertise to ensure that your attic is optimally insulated, providing a barrier against the elements and significantly improving energy efficiency. Energy Efficiency: Experience the transformative power of our insulation solutions that go beyond mere temperature control. By investing in our attic insulation services, you'll witness a substantial reduction in your energy bills. Our solutions are designed to minimize heat transfer, keeping your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter without over-reliance on heating or cooling systems. Noise Reduction: Say goodbye to unwanted disturbances and revel in the tranquility of your home. Our attic insulation not only regulates temperature but also acts as a barrier against external noise. Enjoy a peaceful living environment where the hustle and bustle of the outside world are kept at bay, allowing you to unwind and relax in your sanctuary. Contact us today to embark on a journey toward a more sustainable, peaceful, and cost-effective living space.

"DMV Insulations is a great company to work with. The company focuses on your personal needs, always on time, and great customer service! Mark was able to answer any questions I had, and provided me with useful information. I would recommend this company to anyone with attic insulation needs. "

Jamie N on November 2025

Welcome to DMV Insulation, your trusted partner in creating homes that prioritize comfort, energy efficiency, and tranquility. At DMV Insulation, we specialize in the expert installation of attic insulation, dedicated to transforming your living space into a haven of coziness and serenity. Our Mission: At the core of DMV Insulation's mission is the commitment to enhancing your home environment by seamlessly blending cutting-edge insulation solutions with a passion for sustainability. We believe in creating spaces that not only shield you from the elements but also contribute to a greener and quieter world. Specialization in Attic Insulation: Our focus on attic insulation sets us apart as specialists in this critical aspect of home comfort. The attic plays a pivotal role in regulating indoor temperatures and sound insulation. We bring expertise to ensure that your attic is optimally insulated, providing a barrier against the elements and significantly improving energy efficiency. Energy Efficiency: Experience the transformative power of our insulation solutions that go beyond mere temperature control. By investing in our attic insulation services, you'll witness a substantial reduction in your energy bills. Our solutions are designed to minimize heat transfer, keeping your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter without over-reliance on heating or cooling systems. Noise Reduction: Say goodbye to unwanted disturbances and revel in the tranquility of your home. Our attic insulation not only regulates temperature but also acts as a barrier against external noise. Enjoy a peaceful living environment where the hustle and bustle of the outside world are kept at bay, allowing you to unwind and relax in your sanctuary. Contact us today to embark on a journey toward a more sustainable, peaceful, and cost-effective living space.

"DMV Insulations is a great company to work with. The company focuses on your personal needs, always on time, and great customer service! Mark was able to answer any questions I had, and provided me with useful information. I would recommend this company to anyone with attic insulation needs. "

Jamie N on November 2025


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Comfenergy, LLC

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Comfenergy, LLC

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

Over 20 years of experience in the home comfort and efficiency field. We find solutions to the issues that your HVAC company can't. Dusty homes, hot and cold spots, high utility bills, drafty fireplaces, rooms above garages, cold floors, dirty carpet edges, and much more can be fixed by us. We provide "comfort and energy solutions".

"A total disaster. An inexperienced, untrained crew created more issues than I had before they began their work. My goal was to increase comfort levels in my senior-living, one-level home built on a slab that is super cold in the winter. I hate as a senior being taken advantage of. I was very naive. I have spent thousands and now am having to throw more good money after bad to try and make my home comfortable to live in. It is so bad; I am ready to sell! And I can’t afford to after all I have spent, without taking a loss on the sale. They dense packed my walls and now I am colder; in the process, they removed the flashing above my windows which now leak. I had to hire a window installer to replace the flashing that their incompetent crew removed. They failed to put back the siding properly, so it was hanging off my house. Once again, I had to hire a handy man to refasten the siding the crew removed while dense packing. And the dense packing was useless as it didn't enter the cavities that already had batt insulation. While spray foaming triangle boxes, boots, and plenum, they sealed off all my dampers resulting in zero air flow. They reluctantly came back and had to dig out the dampers that they had foamed over. In fact, they over-foamed at junction boxes, boots, and plenum so that HVAC techs couldn't even tune my system. There is 2 feet of foam, yet hot air is rushing out of the flexible ducts that weren’t sealed properly. Yet there remain gaps on my boxes, boots, and plenum. Just today, a HVAC tech walked me around the attic, and I could feel the hot air rushing into my attic at the junctions, boxes, boots, and plenums that are all wide open; that I paid to have sealed. I almost threw up; I am heating my attic! And the tech said it looks like a dog was in my attic as the Comfenergy crews failed to put back my blown-in fiberglass insulation they removed when trying to foam, so there is no insulation at the boxes and boots. They were simply careless and failed to rake it back and even out my insulation resulting in further cold spots I didn't have. In short, I now will have to hire another company to blow in more insulation and make sure it is even, so I don't have cold/hot spots. Additionally, they left the lights on in the attic, didn't replace the attic access foam barrier, and failed to seal the major penetrations including light cans/recessed lights and supply vents I paid for. Next came the bathroom exhaust fans; they were installed improperly and didn't vent because the outside flaps remained closed, while inside a cold draft came in my bathroom because the foam sealing, I paid for wasn't done properly. So now both my bathrooms are drafty. They were cold; now they are cold AND drafty. The HVAC tech today remarked he felt badly that I have two or more space heaters in every room, including the bathrooms! I strongly recommend carefully watching the crew if you ever choose to allow them to do any work for you. I trusted them. And I regret that. I was naive. I was cold. Rather I am still cold! I trusted their salesperson. The crew that did mine were either let go or quit. In fact, one of them still calls seeking to do side work. I politely declined. I suggest you do the same and seek a competent company that you can trust, does the work you paid for properly, and doesn't damage your home."

Charles K on November 2022

Over 20 years of experience in the home comfort and efficiency field. We find solutions to the issues that your HVAC company can't. Dusty homes, hot and cold spots, high utility bills, drafty fireplaces, rooms above garages, cold floors, dirty carpet edges, and much more can be fixed by us. We provide "comfort and energy solutions".

"A total disaster. An inexperienced, untrained crew created more issues than I had before they began their work. My goal was to increase comfort levels in my senior-living, one-level home built on a slab that is super cold in the winter. I hate as a senior being taken advantage of. I was very naive. I have spent thousands and now am having to throw more good money after bad to try and make my home comfortable to live in. It is so bad; I am ready to sell! And I can’t afford to after all I have spent, without taking a loss on the sale. They dense packed my walls and now I am colder; in the process, they removed the flashing above my windows which now leak. I had to hire a window installer to replace the flashing that their incompetent crew removed. They failed to put back the siding properly, so it was hanging off my house. Once again, I had to hire a handy man to refasten the siding the crew removed while dense packing. And the dense packing was useless as it didn't enter the cavities that already had batt insulation. While spray foaming triangle boxes, boots, and plenum, they sealed off all my dampers resulting in zero air flow. They reluctantly came back and had to dig out the dampers that they had foamed over. In fact, they over-foamed at junction boxes, boots, and plenum so that HVAC techs couldn't even tune my system. There is 2 feet of foam, yet hot air is rushing out of the flexible ducts that weren’t sealed properly. Yet there remain gaps on my boxes, boots, and plenum. Just today, a HVAC tech walked me around the attic, and I could feel the hot air rushing into my attic at the junctions, boxes, boots, and plenums that are all wide open; that I paid to have sealed. I almost threw up; I am heating my attic! And the tech said it looks like a dog was in my attic as the Comfenergy crews failed to put back my blown-in fiberglass insulation they removed when trying to foam, so there is no insulation at the boxes and boots. They were simply careless and failed to rake it back and even out my insulation resulting in further cold spots I didn't have. In short, I now will have to hire another company to blow in more insulation and make sure it is even, so I don't have cold/hot spots. Additionally, they left the lights on in the attic, didn't replace the attic access foam barrier, and failed to seal the major penetrations including light cans/recessed lights and supply vents I paid for. Next came the bathroom exhaust fans; they were installed improperly and didn't vent because the outside flaps remained closed, while inside a cold draft came in my bathroom because the foam sealing, I paid for wasn't done properly. So now both my bathrooms are drafty. They were cold; now they are cold AND drafty. The HVAC tech today remarked he felt badly that I have two or more space heaters in every room, including the bathrooms! I strongly recommend carefully watching the crew if you ever choose to allow them to do any work for you. I trusted them. And I regret that. I was naive. I was cold. Rather I am still cold! I trusted their salesperson. The crew that did mine were either let go or quit. In fact, one of them still calls seeking to do side work. I politely declined. I suggest you do the same and seek a competent company that you can trust, does the work you paid for properly, and doesn't damage your home."

Charles K on November 2022


JTS Remodeling

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JTS Remodeling

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Some of the specialties that we offer would be Roofing, Siding , Gutter cleaning and we offer other services as well. While other competitors offer these services as well , we make the customer feel comfortable with us. We have been in business for about 7 years. If you have any questions please feel free to ask.

Some of the specialties that we offer would be Roofing, Siding , Gutter cleaning and we offer other services as well. While other competitors offer these services as well , we make the customer feel comfortable with us. We have been in business for about 7 years. If you have any questions please feel free to ask.


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Green Environmental Solutions

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Green Environmental Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in insulation services, animal removal services (squirrels, bats, rats, raccoons, opossums, snakes, etc), mold services, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Work done on timely basis; company personnel knowledgeable, efficient, courteous, good communicators about process and progress"

Jim P on March 2024

We specialize in insulation services, animal removal services (squirrels, bats, rats, raccoons, opossums, snakes, etc), mold services, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Work done on timely basis; company personnel knowledgeable, efficient, courteous, good communicators about process and progress"

Jim P on March 2024


TopTier Solar Solutions

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TopTier Solar Solutions

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Specialized NO PRESSURE Solar Consultations. In-Home or Virtual. Stop renting and OWN YOUR POWER! We do everything In-House from consultation to installation, to repairs. NO THIRD PARTIES Federal and State Incentives for being an early adapter can greatly reduce the cost of your system. TopTier Solar Solutions is an owner-operated company based in Charlotte, NC. Before venturing into Solar Sales, we specialized in roofing, insulation, and tree removal. We have been installing solar for 4 years and have become the fastest-growing vertically-integrated solar company in the nation. Recently, we were honored to receive the Gold Stevie Award in the Entrepreneur category at The 21st Annual American Business Awards in 2023.

Specialized NO PRESSURE Solar Consultations. In-Home or Virtual. Stop renting and OWN YOUR POWER! We do everything In-House from consultation to installation, to repairs. NO THIRD PARTIES Federal and State Incentives for being an early adapter can greatly reduce the cost of your system. TopTier Solar Solutions is an owner-operated company based in Charlotte, NC. Before venturing into Solar Sales, we specialized in roofing, insulation, and tree removal. We have been installing solar for 4 years and have become the fastest-growing vertically-integrated solar company in the nation. Recently, we were honored to receive the Gold Stevie Award in the Entrepreneur category at The 21st Annual American Business Awards in 2023.


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Founders Insulation

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Founders Insulation

5.00(
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3 years of experience

Licensed, Insured, and bonded contractor in VA, MD, and DC. VA License#: 2705186804 MD License#: 153831 DC License#: 410523000415 As a locally-owned insulation business, we're committed to providing the best customer satisfaction for our customers and neighbors. We provide free home energy audits to Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland. We specialize in the Residential and Commercial installation of Spray Foam, Blown-in, and Batt Insulation. Whether you need to remove and replace old insulation with new energy efficient insulation, or you have a new construction project, we do it! We have developed a reputation for providing high quality insulation services at the most affordable prices. Our well trained technicians ensure that the process is quick, effective, and that all of your needs are taken care of along the way.

"The project went very smoothly overall, and the insulation looks great. Jeff did a fantastic job explaining to me the whole process and getting me an estimate, without making me feel pressured to buy. The install team kept me informed the entire time, cleaned up after themselves, and left my house as clean as it was when they first came in. And to top it off, the foam looks great, and is performing just how they said it would."

Brian H on May 2023

Licensed, Insured, and bonded contractor in VA, MD, and DC. VA License#: 2705186804 MD License#: 153831 DC License#: 410523000415 As a locally-owned insulation business, we're committed to providing the best customer satisfaction for our customers and neighbors. We provide free home energy audits to Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland. We specialize in the Residential and Commercial installation of Spray Foam, Blown-in, and Batt Insulation. Whether you need to remove and replace old insulation with new energy efficient insulation, or you have a new construction project, we do it! We have developed a reputation for providing high quality insulation services at the most affordable prices. Our well trained technicians ensure that the process is quick, effective, and that all of your needs are taken care of along the way.

"The project went very smoothly overall, and the insulation looks great. Jeff did a fantastic job explaining to me the whole process and getting me an estimate, without making me feel pressured to buy. The install team kept me informed the entire time, cleaned up after themselves, and left my house as clean as it was when they first came in. And to top it off, the foam looks great, and is performing just how they said it would."

Brian H on May 2023


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Efficient Energy Solutions

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Efficient Energy Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business providing insulation services in the Virginia area. Jonatan and Christina Uribe, the company's founders, take pride and believe in having a hands-on approach to the business' success which they believe rests squarely upon client satisfaction and living up to the company's name and motto.

"Thank you! You guys did a great job! Very professional crew & the product is amazing. We are so cozy now."

Traci C on March 2022

We are a family owned and operated business providing insulation services in the Virginia area. Jonatan and Christina Uribe, the company's founders, take pride and believe in having a hands-on approach to the business' success which they believe rests squarely upon client satisfaction and living up to the company's name and motto.

"Thank you! You guys did a great job! Very professional crew & the product is amazing. We are so cozy now."

Traci C on March 2022


Marsh Installations

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Marsh Installations

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Specializing in fiberglass and radiant barrier insulation, our family has been working at our trade for 25 years and come with an exclusive money back guarantee you won't find anywhere else in the industry. If our work doesn't decrease your energy costs, call us for a full refund!

Specializing in fiberglass and radiant barrier insulation, our family has been working at our trade for 25 years and come with an exclusive money back guarantee you won't find anywhere else in the industry. If our work doesn't decrease your energy costs, call us for a full refund!


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Quality Assembly Solutions

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Quality Assembly Solutions

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10 years of experience

I have extensive experience in delivery/assembly/installation of in-ground basketball goals, portable goals, sheds, trampolines, playsets, fitness equipment, outdoor grills and patio furniture, gazebos, pergolas, repairs, home improvements etc. High quality work with accuracy, thoroughness, and competence.

I have extensive experience in delivery/assembly/installation of in-ground basketball goals, portable goals, sheds, trampolines, playsets, fitness equipment, outdoor grills and patio furniture, gazebos, pergolas, repairs, home improvements etc. High quality work with accuracy, thoroughness, and competence.


RoofTop Designs

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RoofTop Designs

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Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience

Rooftop Designs is one of the **highest rated** roofers in all of Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.! 98% of our customers rate us a full FIVE stars. We specialize in roofing, window installation, siding, door installation, gutters, and attic insulation. We measure our success by our customer's satisfaction with our work and our products. With over 11 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Rooftop Designs delivers world-class service at affordable pricing. Our new roofs include a 50-year warranty and feature a wind resistance rating of up to 130 mph. Rooftop Designs is proud to say that we are a Certainteed Master Shingle Applicator, which ensures that our installers are fully-trained on the latest roofing materials and applications. This allows us to offer a manufacturer's warranty of up to 50 years labor and material, on top of our own 50-year warranty. We stay up-to-date on local building requirements and home owner's association guidelines in order to make sure that your project is completed on-time and done right, the first time. If you're looking for the finest roofing, window and door installation, siding, gutters, and attic insulation company in the Washington, D.C. metro area, give us a call today or send us a website inquiry. We are local to you and available to tackle any job; big or small. Our professional team stands ready to provide you with the highest-quality products and the sincere commitment to customer service that you deserve.

"ROOFTOP DESIGN IS A HORRIBLE SCAM I would be remiss not to take the time to warn others. ROOFTOP DESIGN came as a third option for roofing. However, the initial representative ED form ROOFTOP DESIGN was very professional and thorough. The problem is, he represented a bunch of shysters. Ed’s first quote to was $35,000. After approximately three days of conversation and negotiations we were at $17,000.00 for the exact same product that they tried to sale for $35,000. Salesmen Ed was no-longer reaching out to me. Someone by the name of John called me and asked, what is it that they can do to make this deal happen. We settled at $16,500.00. Once again, $16,500 for everything discussed for the original $35,000 including a 50-year warranty that is transferable to a buyer as a good selling point. I learned through John that they fired Ed for giving customers too good of deals. I also learned through John that this company has a starting bidding price and a bottom bidding price. Ed would give the bottom price too quickly. So, they fired him. (Although John’s price was better than Ed’s). Once the job started, I received a text from the owner Yanni Avramidis. He stated that there was a third layer of roofing. He also stated that it would not be a problem and that it would take a little longer. IF THERE WAS GOING TO BE ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES, NOW WOULD BE THE TIME TO MENTION IT. Approximately two days after the completion of the job. I had a contractor over named B. B. was there to replace the soffit beneath the location where the new roof was installed. This is when I learned and saw with my own two eyes that there was rotted or no plywood at all supporting my brand-new shingles. Mind you: per our contract, there will be an extra charge for plywood beyond the first ten free sheets. This company put my expensive shingles on top of rotted wood or no wood at all. I must admit, I was upset. However, I was cool calm and collected when I reached out to the owner Yanni Avramidis. I sent him the pictures of my findings. His explanation was that I had a 50-year warranty. My point to the owner was, if I wasn’t trying to replace my soffit it might have been months or years before this was discovered. I also said, what about the elderly man or woman that doesn’t have the ambition to check your work??? The owner of ROOFTOP DESIGN became very irate. He said, “I am from Baltimore, haven’t you heard about people from Baltimore. I will beat your a**. You are going to pay me an additional $2,800.00 for the third layer of roofing and planks/ plywood.” Since I have yet to see any new plywood, I am being charged $3,000.00 per layer of roofing to be removed. I received paperwork from ROOFTOP DESIGN, the paperwork stated that my warranty was only good for as long as I owned the property. Non-transferable: Of course, I didn’t sign it. My point is, there are people being taken advantage of everyday by bullies like ROOFTOP DESIGN."

Shaniqua H on September 2023

Rooftop Designs is one of the **highest rated** roofers in all of Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.! 98% of our customers rate us a full FIVE stars. We specialize in roofing, window installation, siding, door installation, gutters, and attic insulation. We measure our success by our customer's satisfaction with our work and our products. With over 11 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Rooftop Designs delivers world-class service at affordable pricing. Our new roofs include a 50-year warranty and feature a wind resistance rating of up to 130 mph. Rooftop Designs is proud to say that we are a Certainteed Master Shingle Applicator, which ensures that our installers are fully-trained on the latest roofing materials and applications. This allows us to offer a manufacturer's warranty of up to 50 years labor and material, on top of our own 50-year warranty. We stay up-to-date on local building requirements and home owner's association guidelines in order to make sure that your project is completed on-time and done right, the first time. If you're looking for the finest roofing, window and door installation, siding, gutters, and attic insulation company in the Washington, D.C. metro area, give us a call today or send us a website inquiry. We are local to you and available to tackle any job; big or small. Our professional team stands ready to provide you with the highest-quality products and the sincere commitment to customer service that you deserve.

"ROOFTOP DESIGN IS A HORRIBLE SCAM I would be remiss not to take the time to warn others. ROOFTOP DESIGN came as a third option for roofing. However, the initial representative ED form ROOFTOP DESIGN was very professional and thorough. The problem is, he represented a bunch of shysters. Ed’s first quote to was $35,000. After approximately three days of conversation and negotiations we were at $17,000.00 for the exact same product that they tried to sale for $35,000. Salesmen Ed was no-longer reaching out to me. Someone by the name of John called me and asked, what is it that they can do to make this deal happen. We settled at $16,500.00. Once again, $16,500 for everything discussed for the original $35,000 including a 50-year warranty that is transferable to a buyer as a good selling point. I learned through John that they fired Ed for giving customers too good of deals. I also learned through John that this company has a starting bidding price and a bottom bidding price. Ed would give the bottom price too quickly. So, they fired him. (Although John’s price was better than Ed’s). Once the job started, I received a text from the owner Yanni Avramidis. He stated that there was a third layer of roofing. He also stated that it would not be a problem and that it would take a little longer. IF THERE WAS GOING TO BE ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES, NOW WOULD BE THE TIME TO MENTION IT. Approximately two days after the completion of the job. I had a contractor over named B. B. was there to replace the soffit beneath the location where the new roof was installed. This is when I learned and saw with my own two eyes that there was rotted or no plywood at all supporting my brand-new shingles. Mind you: per our contract, there will be an extra charge for plywood beyond the first ten free sheets. This company put my expensive shingles on top of rotted wood or no wood at all. I must admit, I was upset. However, I was cool calm and collected when I reached out to the owner Yanni Avramidis. I sent him the pictures of my findings. His explanation was that I had a 50-year warranty. My point to the owner was, if I wasn’t trying to replace my soffit it might have been months or years before this was discovered. I also said, what about the elderly man or woman that doesn’t have the ambition to check your work??? The owner of ROOFTOP DESIGN became very irate. He said, “I am from Baltimore, haven’t you heard about people from Baltimore. I will beat your a**. You are going to pay me an additional $2,800.00 for the third layer of roofing and planks/ plywood.” Since I have yet to see any new plywood, I am being charged $3,000.00 per layer of roofing to be removed. I received paperwork from ROOFTOP DESIGN, the paperwork stated that my warranty was only good for as long as I owned the property. Non-transferable: Of course, I didn’t sign it. My point is, there are people being taken advantage of everyday by bullies like ROOFTOP DESIGN."

Shaniqua H on September 2023

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Insulation questions, answered by experts

Yes! Outdoor faucet covers work by enclosing the faucet with a thick, insulating material that will keep the faucet warmer than outdoor temperatures. They need to be sealed tightly against the house to work properly, though, so be sure to tighten the rubber strap or drawstring on the insulation cover to best protect your faucets.

One of the clearest signs that your insulation isn’t working as well as it should be is a noticeable difference in temperature throughout your home. One room might feel icy while another is hot as Arizona—this indicates that some parts of your home are either retaining or losing heat more than others. Additionally, a sudden increase in your energy bills, evidence of pests or rodents, or evident water damage are other signals that warrant a thorough inspection of your insulation and potential replacement.

Unfaced wall insulation is easier to cut and install, making it the better choice for a DIY project. It’s also more affordable. But if it’s unfaced, you’ll likely need to add a vapor barrier to reach your desired R-value and efficiency, as it doesn’t offer any moisture barrier.

Faced insulation uses paper or foil to create a built-in barrier and doesn’t require an extra step. It’s also more fire-resistant and safe. But it’s quite a bit more expensive and a little bit harder to work with as a DIYer.

Not necessarily. A higher R-value simply means that the insulation has a higher heat resistance and performs better in terms of how much heat passes through the material. This can be better for some homes, or it can be too high of an R-value for other homes. Again, your climate zone determines whether the insulation is better for your home.

Yes, crawl space insulation is worth it if installed correctly. Installing insulation in your crawl space will improve the air quality, help stabilize your home's temperature, lower your energy bills, and prevent pests from entering your home. Though you’ll pay more to install insulation initially, the savings you get from installing insulation can help offset those initial costs over time.

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