Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about some of the most common questions related to insulation. You can request more information by calling (440) 238-4392, one of our experts will be happy to assist you!
What is R-Value?
R-value is the insulation’s capacity to resist heat flow, which means that the higher the R-value, the greater the insulation power. The R-value of thermal insulation varies depending on the thickness, density, and type of material. The primary purpose of insulation is resisting heat flow, which lowers energy costs.
How Much Insulation Should I Have Installed?
The insulation amount suggested for your home will vary depending on many factors. Climate is one of the most critical factors, as different climates require different insulation R-values. For example, if you live in Cleveland, you’ll need a higher R-value of insulation due to the cold weather. Moreover, your property’s age is another factor to consider when determining how much insulation is required.
What is the Best Type of Insulation for Colder Climates?
Studies by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory show that Cellulose insulation performs better than fiberglass when the difference between internal and external temperature exceeds 30 degrees.
What is Blown-In Cellulose?
Cellulose insulation is a type of wood -or paper-based product that can fit in confined areas and conform to obstructions such as wires and ducts. This product is often used to insulate walls and attics. This type of insulation is blown into empty spaces in the structural part of a property to decrease the heat or cold transmission and reduce free noise. In addition, it’s considered an eco-friendly product.
What Are the Benefits of Blown-in Insulation?
- Increases energy efficiency by sealing the tiniest cracks and crevices.
- Reduces potential accidents such as the risk of fire by creating an airtight seal.
- Efficient and convenient: The installation can be completed in a few hours.
- It keeps moisture away due to the airtight seal of blown material.
Can Cellulose Insulation Be Added to an Existing Home?
Absolutely! Cellulose insulation is the perfect solution to upgrade your property’s energy efficiency. Suppose you have existing insulation in your attics or walls. In this case, cellulose can be installed directly on top by being blown into the wall cavities through small holes and then be easily patched.
Do I Need to Remove Existing Insulation?
You don’t necessarily need to remove any existing insulation. Suppose your property’s insulation is old or not securely placed. In that case, these are good reasons to remove it and then fill it in with new blown-in cellulose insulation. But you can always have new insulation placed on top of your existing one.
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Steve did an insulation job for my father's house in 1999 with the siding. While in the area he remembered... read moreSteve did an insulation job for my father's house in 1999 with the siding. While in the area he remembered my dad, and doing the job for him. He also noticed the plastic white cap's that are placed over the drill holes in the siding, had turned yellow. He had a bag of white ones and went around the house replacing all the old yellow ones! Much appreciated and I would recommend if you need any insulation work done, give him a call! read less
Denise ScaggsIt's been two weeks since Steve and his crew insulated my attic. What a noticeable difference in the temperature in... read moreIt's been two weeks since Steve and his crew insulated my attic. What a noticeable difference in the temperature in our home. I highly recommend ABC Insulation. Steve came over and explained what my issued were. We set up a day for the job. He and his crew were on time, professional, and cleaned up afterwards. I can't wait for the cold weather to see how it hold the heat. read less
Mike SzokeSteve and his crew did an excellent job for us. We can feel the difference in the noise and how... read moreSteve and his crew did an excellent job for us. We can feel the difference in the noise and how the house feels. I will be recommending them. read less
Daryle FrederickSteve and his crew were great to work with. Steve was very responsive, and clearly communicated throughout the process.... read moreSteve and his crew were great to work with. Steve was very responsive, and clearly communicated throughout the process. They performed the work (installing blown insultation in my attic and walls) efficiently, and cleaned up well afterwards. read less
Andrew JohnsonABC just finished insulating our attic and we were quite pleased with Steve and his crew. They are certainly... read moreABC just finished insulating our attic and we were quite pleased with Steve and his crew. They are certainly a very professional operation and a pleasure to work with. read less
Mike CarpenterWe are extremely happy with ABC Insulation. Steve and his crew arrived on the day and at the time he... read moreWe are extremely happy with ABC Insulation. Steve and his crew arrived on the day and at the time he said he would be here. This was after working with me to change the original time and date due to some other issues we were having in the house. He was very accommodating. He and Jimmy were in my attic working from the time they got here to the time they finished. They only stopped long enough to answer the many questions I had as the work was progressing. Not only were they extremely professional, they were personable as well. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking to have this type of work completed in their home. read less
Richard ReimerAttic insulation.
After running through a couple no shows and a couple no quotes. I had reached out to the next... read moreAttic insulation.
After running through a couple no shows and a couple no quotes. I had reached out to the next inline for a quote and conference. Steve came through. Helped with the planning for what I was aiming for. Gave me straight forward info that I was needing to adjust and make the most optimal decisions for my scenario. He gave me a quote with in decent time frame. We conferenced again for scheduling and recap, then marked the day.
The crew came showed up, friendly and knocked the work out as soon as they could. Cleaned up as they were finishing and packing.
It was a pleasure doing business with this company.
Although, I still have a couple more things to do to the insulation of this house house. I can already feel an improvement in holding the temp. read lessDwight MckenzieI would recommend ABC Insulation to anyone. Steve and his crew were very prompt, professional and efficient. They delivered... read moreI would recommend ABC Insulation to anyone. Steve and his crew were very prompt, professional and efficient. They delivered the job very well as they promised. I am very satisfied with the results, the upstair and downstair temperatures in my house are very comfortable now. read less
Gladys BujakI found ABC insulation from Dominions Contractor list for home rebate program. They not only were the only place that... read moreI found ABC insulation from Dominions Contractor list for home rebate program. They not only were the only place that actually responded to me. They were very prompt and professional with reply’s. There Costs were super affordable. And the work was preformed very well. Clean friendly professional. I highly reccomend read less
Vanessa McMillenWe had ABC insulation out to put insulation in our attic and walls. They were very competitive in price, and... read moreWe had ABC insulation out to put insulation in our attic and walls. They were very competitive in price, and they also recommended we have Dominion out to perform an audit, which saved us even more money. They arrived on time and were very professional and easy to work with. They handled our refund with Dominion which arrived within the next week. They made it extremely easy on us and we would highly recommend them for their insulation services. read less
Ian ReiderSteve and his team did an outstanding job from blowing the insulation to the final clean up. I would recommend... read moreSteve and his team did an outstanding job from blowing the insulation to the final clean up. I would recommend him highly. read less
John McCaffreyHad attic insulated. Big difference. Reasonable pricing and professional crew.
Toni Cherry
Steve and the guys are great. If your replacing your siding blown in cellulose is the way to go. I've... read moreSteve and the guys are great. If your replacing your siding blown in cellulose is the way to go. I've seen a considerable difference in my AC units ability to cool the house. There is a considerable amount of dust to deal with but it's more than worth it. Steve also takes care of all the rebate paperwork for dominion. Awesome. read less
Karl C.I've known them for years and sent many referrals.They are the best in the business.
John SimanellaSteve and his crew were friendly, professional and overall did phenomenal work. Steve maintained communication throughout and the price quoted... read moreSteve and his crew were friendly, professional and overall did phenomenal work. Steve maintained communication throughout and the price quoted was exactly the price paid. Steve even took a few minutes to play with my very attention-demanding dog! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for insulation services. read less
John MarincinHe is to the point and did an outstanding job. Today itâ� � s 82 outside inside my town... read moreHe is to the point and did an outstanding job. Today itâ� � s 82 outside inside my town house itâ� � s 70 up stairs 72. This is perfect. Thank you so very much for being honest, credible, and with integrity.
I was concerned about losing my money But I got more than my moneyâ� � s worth. Canâ� � t thank you enough. read lessElaine J.Wonderful team and crew that showed up exactly on time as promised. Answered all of our questions, showed us exactly... read moreWonderful team and crew that showed up exactly on time as promised. Answered all of our questions, showed us exactly what they would be doing. Very professional, cleaned up their work when finished. Can't say enough nice things about them. I would HIGHLY recommend this company to all my friends and family. Once again, thank you Steve and Crew for making our home more comfortable! read less
Christina CarnabuciABC recently insulated my house. They were very professional, clean, and we are already noticing a difference in how our... read moreABC recently insulated my house. They were very professional, clean, and we are already noticing a difference in how our house maintains heat. In addition, Steve is a great guy. He noticed ceiling holes from the removal of a light and fan, and he patched and textured the two ceiling holes seamlessly. He also showed me how to do it for the rest of the work in my house and even left me product to work with. Steve is a great guy and his partners were great as well. I HIGHLY recommend ABC insulation. read less
Aaron AgrastSteve and team really did an excellent job. You have to respect a family business where the owner himself comes... read moreSteve and team really did an excellent job. You have to respect a family business where the owner himself comes to your home to evaluate and even does much of the work himself, has been at it for 46 years. Steve corrected a problem we have been chasing for over 10 years with other companies. Had I known of him 1st, I would have saved myself time, money and a lot of frustration. Prices are very fair and overall great service and right on time. Rare to find businesses like this, highly recommend. read less
Greg JacksonLast week we had our homes exterior walls insulated. We waited on the weather to change to make a review.... read moreLast week we had our homes exterior walls insulated. We waited on the weather to change to make a review. It is currently 45 degrees outside. Our thermostat says it’s 71 degrees inside! We can’t believe it! We haven’t turned on our furnace either. We are more than satisfied! Steve was quick with returning my call and providing a quote. He also answered all my questions and also had suggestions on maybe starting with attic insulation first. We decided to start with exterior walls. He didn’t pressure us with going with his suggestion on what to do first. Whenever we do plan on getting attic insulated it will be with ABC Insulation. Also the crew were very professional and cleaned up after the job. We’ve already recommended this company to our friends. read less
Veronica CortijoOur insulation job was just completed today so I can't yet say what impact it will have as far as... read moreOur insulation job was just completed today so I can't yet say what impact it will have as far as comfort and energy savings. But what I can say at this point is that Steve and his crew were excellent. From the time I left a message requesting a quote Steve was very responsive and provided me a quote based on the square footage of my home. I had some questions and concerns that parts of my home were already insulated and Steve explained to me he can use a thermal sensor to detect where those areas are. Upon his arrival which was on time on this rainy cool day he used the thermal sensor to detect where it appeared where the house was already insulated. So Steve and his crew started the job happily in the rain, completed it in a timely manner, cleaned up their mess and when it came time for billing just as promised Steve took off the bill the square footage that did not need to be insulated. He didn't complain that the job became smaller. Too often I run into contractors who complain about everything, try and blame the customer, say the job is too small for them to take, etc. Not with ABC Insulation. To this point I couldn't be happier with everything. I'll try and update after the weather gets colder to say what impact it has made. read less
Jeremy BMade a phone call and within a day or so I had a full estimate. Offered to come to... read moreMade a phone call and within a day or so I had a full estimate. Offered to come to the house and do another one if I wasn't satisfied. Company has been around forever and was very polite and professional. Came on time and left no mess!! Even helped with insulating an exhaust fan tube and built up around my attic entrance trap door!! I have already noticed a difference on these hot days! My house was up to code when it was built but has since changed codes and could tell heat/cold was coming in through the ceiling in certain areas!! I have the nest thermostat temp. sensors and now they are within 1 degree of each other in the whole upstairs. Before they came it was normally a 5 degree difference from 1st floor to 2nd. I will highly recommend giving them a call!! read less
RYAN ANDREWI absolutely love the owner, Steve. He is very fair and very honest. I am looking forward to the work... read moreI absolutely love the owner, Steve. He is very fair and very honest. I am looking forward to the work being done in a couple of weeks and I will leave an update when completed. Steve was prompt and very responsive and very thorough. read less
Skye StarrThey were on time, efficient and priced very fairly. Their process is designed to create as little disruption as possible.
Richard D.I do 95% of home repairs & renovations myself on our 100+ year old home. I hired ABC Insulation to... read moreI do 95% of home repairs & renovations myself on our 100+ year old home. I hired ABC Insulation to insulate our home. Steve and his crew were the best I've seen in a long, long time. Very professional, very friendly, accommodating and posses expert knowledge of insulation. Their pricing was also very competitive. I'd highly recommend them! ...... 6 months later. I'm even more satisfied than I was when they installed the insulation. Our energy bills have been reduced by more than 60%. read less
Radiograph PicturesThank you for your hard work to help prevent any more future problems of freezing pipes. I love having a... read moreThank you for your hard work to help prevent any more future problems of freezing pipes. I love having a warmer kitchen. Professional, kind, punctual, knowledgeable, and fair in pricing !!! read less
Michelle BolgerSteve and company were professional, courteous, on time and fairly priced. You just don't find a lot of contractors with... read moreSteve and company were professional, courteous, on time and fairly priced. You just don't find a lot of contractors with this level of integrity. Satisfied doesn't begin to describe how I feel about the work they completed. Thanks to them for an expertly performed and hassle free experience. read less
Jesse WadeWe had ABC Insulation come out to insulate our home from top to bottom. The crew was very nice, professional,... read moreWe had ABC Insulation come out to insulate our home from top to bottom. The crew was very nice, professional, and did a very thorough job. They gave extra attention to areas where we've experienced cold spots, and when they were finished the owner (Steve) scanned the house to ensure there were no spots they missed. He found one small area on the second floor and had his guys go up there and fill it in before they left. Competitively priced, A+++ service, and highly recommend. read less
Val GraceGreat company to work with!
Did everything as quoted. On time, precise and clean. They even took care about the application... read moreGreat company to work with!
Did everything as quoted. On time, precise and clean. They even took care about the application for a rebate with our gas supplier.
Highly recommend them! read lessLutz H.Steve was great to work. Very honest, and quick to respond to questions and concerns.
Jennifer B.A very nice local company. They were on time, very courteous, explained the entire process, cleaned up all... read moreA very nice local company. They were on time, very courteous, explained the entire process, cleaned up all their work, and I believe a very cost effective decision to call on them. Thanks, Guys!! read less
Patrick M.We had ABC Insulation come out to insulate our home from top to bottom. The crew was very nice, professional,... read moreWe had ABC Insulation come out to insulate our home from top to bottom. The crew was very nice, professional, and did a very thorough job. They gave extra attention to areas where we've experienced cold spots, and when they were finished the owner (Steve) scanned the house to ensure there were no spots they missed. He found one small area on the second floor and had his guys go up there and fill it in before they left. Competitively priced, A+++ service, and highly recommend. read less
Valerie G.Steve was great. He got right back to me initially and then made himself available to answer my many questions... read moreSteve was great. He got right back to me initially and then made himself available to answer my many questions prior to me even giving him the job. He and his team were professional and willing to answer my questions throughout the process. They left everything very neat. Would highly recommend ABC. read less
John W.Steve was on time and did an excellent job and cleaned up when work was finished
Howard M.The installers were efficient and clean. They recommended possible future needs with no pressure. They explained the... read moreThe installers were efficient and clean. They recommended possible future needs with no pressure. They explained the work thoroughly and took the time to show us the work when finished. We would definitely recommend this awesome company. read less
Matthew O.Steve was easy to reach via phone/text and came out to take a look at the house within days. On... read moreSteve was easy to reach via phone/text and came out to take a look at the house within days. On a Saturday, even! He uses high-tech tools to check areas for heat loss and offered a solid plan of attack. I would be happy to work with ABC Insulation again. read less
Sara D.Great job, on time, cleaned up.Very satisfied.
Mark K.ABC Insulation provided excellent service and quality workmanship for my attic insulation job!
David B.Steve and his crew were punctual, efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. We now have an R-49 rating of insulation in... read moreSteve and his crew were punctual, efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. We now have an R-49 rating of insulation in our attic and are looking forward to being comfy this winter! I will be recommending them to family and friends. Good work, fair price! read less
Jennifer A.clean and professional
Gerald L.Steve and crew did a great job of efficiently upgrading my attic insulation and addressing an issue in the kitchen.
Ralph G.They showed up on time and finished early. Crew was very organized and professional.
Perry S.Awesome work.Would hire again.
Jim H.Cannot say enough good things about our experience w/this company! Prompt, courteous, & extremely neat! Would highly recommend them!!
Nicki Z.Steve and crew were prompt, courteous and efficient. I would recommend ABC Insulation for your insulation needs.
Robert M.Clean, professional, knowledgeable, on time, fast, friendly.
Carlo T.This company is fantastic!!!!Fair up front pricing,a job well done! The guys were honest and thorough,they worked together like a... read moreThis company is fantastic!!!!Fair up front pricing,a job well done! The guys were honest and thorough,they worked together like a well oiled machine.I can't say enough good things about them,great guys great job!!!! read less
Peter R.Crew was very friendly. My dogs loved these guys! They were professional & quick, did not take up my whole day.
Fast response, quality installation and cleanup. Very Courteous and good explanation of job well done in addition to an excellent cost.
Thomas W.Very courteous, prompt, and quality service.
James K.They were on time. They were careful, polite and did everything
they said they would do. They cleaned up good.
They were... read moreThey were on time. They were careful, polite and did everything
they said they would do. They cleaned up good.
They were down to earth with no bull.
Good Value for what we got. read lessThey were great, very affordable pricing, knowledgeable about tax credit, safety issues. Free estimate. Great with... read moreThey were great, very affordable pricing, knowledgeable about tax credit, safety issues. Free estimate. Great with my schedule. Polite, efficient, and no mess. Truly is five stars. I would recommend them to a friend and I would use them again! read less
Colleen L.We are well satisfied with the good work ABC insulation did on our house!.
ABC insulation did our house about 5 years ago and just recently did a storage unit for us. Its... read moreABC insulation did our house about 5 years ago and just recently did a storage unit for us. Its amazing how much the insulation helps with the heating and air conditioning costs. Our electric/gas bills went down tremendously. ABC insulation is quick, they are neat and clean up after themselves so that you hardly know they were there except now we are insulated. A great experience!! read less
Ed K.Last summer we had ABC Insulation add insulation to our attic and some walls and what a difference it has... read moreLast summer we had ABC Insulation add insulation to our attic and some walls and what a difference it has made for us. Our gas budget has recently dropped 20% and our electric bills have also reduced significantly, so the project will pay for itself in a very short time period. ABC did a great job of doing the work; they were very knowledgeable and did a great job of cleaning up when the job was done. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to improve the energy efficiency of their house. read less
Kathy H.I thought my house was a little chilly. In fact, the inspector TOLD me our house was chilly. And that... read moreI thought my house was a little chilly. In fact, the inspector TOLD me our house was chilly. And that there was a severe lack of insulation when we bought the house. OK, so I'll get some. Then Pres. Obama and the DOE announces the home energy credit. More motivation. Then I overhear a co-worker being satisfied with the insulation he just had installed. Alright, "now's the time", I think.Steve is the main man of this company, I believe he said his father started it a long while back. They do cellulose fill (as opposed to the pink fiberglass or the foam insulation). My friend had insulation blown into all of the walls in his house, something I wasn't prepared to do, but he says it helps a lot. I just had my ceilings and knee walls (the tiny areas between the walls and roof in a bungalow) insulated. When Steve and his team showed up I just expected them to open the hatch to the top of the attic and blow some insulation in. Instead, they cut access panels into many of the walls I would have never thought needed insulation (they did, believe me). They crawled into spaces that likely won't be crawled into again while I live here and made sure they got everything. And when a few months later I realized there was a spot that was still melting faster than the others on my roof (causing icicles), they came back out and fixed it super quick.I had gotten quotes from big box retailers and the companies that send you coupons in the mail for house insulation. I am very glad that I went with the small business option; I couldn't have been happier with the service from the ABC insulation team and I would highly recommend them. read less
Chris G.