Insulation in Huntington Park, CA
Spray foam insulation in Huntington Park costs roughly $2.50 to $5.50 per board foot for open-cell, and $3.75 to $7.00 for closed-cell, with most full-home retrofits landing between $4,500 and $14,000 depending on square footage and access. What makes jobs here different is the housing stock: wall cavities in the 1920s to 1940s stucco bungalows that dominate these blocks are frequently empty, because builders in that era assumed Southern California’s inland heat would ventilate itself. That wrong assumption is exactly what we correct, one dense-pack or spray foam retrofit at a time. Call (213) 527-4062 and Walt will actually pick up the phone.
Why Huntington Park Homes Are Different
Huntington Park has almost no tree canopy and sits inland enough that summer heat events hit measurably harder than they do in coastal LA cities a few miles west. Add the Alameda Street industrial corridor and Slauson Avenue truck traffic, and you get radiant heat loading that bakes stucco bungalows all afternoon. But the real problem runs deeper than the weather. These are wood-frame stucco homes built between 1920 and 1950, and the standard practice then was stucco over wood lath with an air gap and nothing else: zero wall insulation, a thin attic floor layer, and wide-open framing cavities. When we drill into a 1930s exterior wall expecting to find degraded batts, we routinely find nothing, just an air cavity between the stucco and the interior plaster. That means the before-and-after difference from a single dense-pack job is larger here than almost anywhere else in the region, because the gap between existing conditions and modern code is so wide.
Two other things shape the work. First, attics in these homes tend to be tight and low-pitched, which is why blown-in cellulose or fiberglass rather than batt installation is the standard retrofit approach. Second, Southern California Edison serves Huntington Park, not LADWP, and SCE’s residential insulation rebate programs are a practical financing lever for homeowners and landlords here who are watching the budget.
Our Main Huntington Park Services
Two services get the most calls from Huntington Park homeowners, and each has a dedicated page with deep local detail. Here’s the short version of what they involve.
Attic Insulation in Huntington Park
The low-pitched attics on these pre-1950 bungalows rarely have more than a thin, settled layer of whatever was cheapest at the time, and many have none. Attic insulation in Huntington Park is the single highest-impact retrofit because heat rises straight through those ceilings and into living spaces all afternoon. We typically blow Owens Corning or Johns Manville fiberglass over the existing floor to reach an R-38 to R-49 rating, which drops second-floor temperatures within days. Read the full breakdown at Attic Insulation in Huntington Park.
Crawl Space Encapsulation & Vapor Barrier in Huntington Park
Homes here sit on grade with shallow, often damp crawl spaces under the floor joists, and a surprising number of Huntington Park homeowners never look down there until a floor feels cold or an odor starts drifting upward. Encapsulating the crawl space with a reinforced vapor barrier keeps soil moisture from moving into the house, which makes every other insulation job perform better and last longer. See Crawl Space Encapsulation & Vapor Barrier in Huntington Park for the full local breakdown, including what the damp conditions under these old foundations do to fiberglass over time.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Spray Foam Insulation in Huntington Park
Spray foam insulation in Huntington Park solves two problems at once on these older homes: it insulates and it air-seals in a single pass. That matters a lot here, because empty wall cavities and unsealed attic penetrations let the urban heat island effect push interior temperatures far beyond what the original builders ever imagined. On a 1930s stucco bungalow, closed-cell foam sprayed onto the attic floor or roof deck can be the difference between a bedroom that stays 80 degrees all night and one that actually cools down after sunset. We install Demilec and Icynene spray foam systems, and the crew has been doing this work since 2000. See the breakdown at Spray Foam Insulation.
Open-Cell Spray Foam
Signs you need it
Rooms that stay hot in summer and cold in winter despite a working HVAC, plus dust and drafts around ceiling penetrations, point to air movement that open-cell foam stops.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Open-cell spray foam runs $2.50 to $5.50 per board foot, so a typical attic floor retrofit runs $3,000 to $7,000 for a home this size.
How we do it
We seal off the attic, spray the foam directly onto the roof deck or attic floor to the required depth, then trim and inspect before we pack up.
Closed-Cell Spray Foam
Signs you need it
Rodent intrusion, high humidity, or structural leaks in an attic or crawl space call for closed-cell foam, which adds a moisture barrier and structural stiffening.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Closed cell runs $3.75 to $7.00 per board foot, and on a Huntington Park bungalow that typically means $5,000 to $10,000 for a roof deck application.
How we do it
We spray the closed cell directly onto the underside of the roof sheathing, building to the target thickness in passes, then inspect for gaps and full cure.
What Spray Foam Insulation Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
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| Open-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $2.50 - $5.50 |
| Closed-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $3.75 - $7.00 |
| Full attic retrofit (typical bungalow) | $4,500 - $14,000 |
Does spray foam work in old Huntington Park houses?
Yes, and it works especially well because those old empty wall cavities and unsealed attic penetrations are exactly what spray foam fills and seals in one step. The effect on summer heat is immediate. Call (213) 527-4062 for a free estimate.
Is spray foam dangerous during installation?
During installation we vacate the home and use proper containment, because the uncured foam releases gases you should not breathe. Once cured, it’s inert and safe. We handle the entire process, so you don’t need to be near it.
Blown-In Insulation in Huntington Park
Blown-in insulation in Huntington Park is the most practical retrofit for these low-pitched, tight attics where batt installation would be a wrestling match with tight joist bays and shallow clearances. Most of the bungalows here have either no attic insulation or a settled, compressed layer that is decades past useful, so a dense blow-in with GreenFiber cellulose adds real performance without tearing anything apart. And because walls in these homes are frequently empty cavities, blowing in dense-packed cellulose through small drilled holes is the fastest route from zero wall insulation to a properly insulated envelope. See Blown-In Insulation for our full process.
Blown-In Cellulose
Signs you need it
If your attic floor has settled insulation that looks like thin gray dust between the joists, or you can see the ceiling drywall from above, you need a cellulose blow-in.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Blown-in cellulose runs $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot, so a typical 900-square-foot attic lands around $1,600 to $2,900.
How we do it
We run the hose into the attic, blow GreenFiber cellulose evenly to the required depth, and check density before closing up.
Dense-Pack Wall Insulation
Signs you need it
Rooms that heat up fast in the afternoon and cool down fast after dark on a home with no visible wall insulation indicate empty cavities, which dense-pack cellulose fixes.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Dense-pack wall injection runs $5.50 to $10.00 per square foot of wall area, so a typical single wall runs $1,000 to $2,500.
How we do it
We drill small holes through the stucco, blow cellulose under pressure until each cavity is tight, then patch and texture the holes to match.
What Blown-In Insulation Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
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| Blown-in cellulose (per sq ft of attic) | $1.75 - $3.25 |
| Dense-pack wall injection (per sq ft of wall) | $5.50 - $10.00 |
| Blown-in fiberglass (per sq ft of attic) | $1.50 - $2.75 |
Is blown-in insulation enough for Huntington Park heat?
Yes, when installed to R-38 to R-49 in the attic, blown-in cellulose or fiberglass handles the heat load here well. The key is getting to the right depth. Call (213) 527-4062 and we’ll check your attic directly.
Can you blow insulation into walls without tearing them open?
Yes, dense-pack wall insulation goes in through small drilled holes that we patch and texture afterward, so the work is nearly invisible. That’s the standard approach on Huntington Park stucco bungalows.
Radiant Barrier Installation in Huntington Park
Radiant barrier installation in Huntington Park is a heat-specific fix, and this city generates a lot of heat against its rooftops. With almost no shade cover and the Alameda corridor pumping radiant heat all day, a foil barrier stapled to the underside of the roof deck reflects a large share of that radiant load before it ever radiates down into the rooms below. On these old bungalows, a radiant barrier alone is not a substitute for insulation, but paired with blown-in attic insulation it makes the whole assembly work noticeably better. See Radiant Barrier Installation for the full rundown.
Attic Radiant Barrier
Signs you need it
An attic that is substantially hotter than outside air on a summer afternoon, with ceilings underneath that radiate heat downward, gets direct benefit from a radiant barrier.
What it costs in Huntington Park
An attic radiant barrier runs $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot, so a typical 900-square-foot attic lands between $1,350 and $2,700.
How we do it
We staple the foil barrier to the underside of the roof rafters, leaving the required air gap, and overlap seams for continuous reflection.
Radiant Barrier Roof Deck
Signs you need it
Rooms directly under a poorly ventilated, low-pitched roof deck that stay hot long after the sun goes down indicate the roof itself is radiating stored heat.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Roof-deck radiant barrier runs $2.00 to $3.50 per square foot, so a full roof deck on a bungalow typically ranges $1,800 to $3,150.
How we do it
We install the barrier directly against the roof sheathing before insulation, stapling it to framing and taping seams to maintain the reflective layer.
What Radiant Barrier Installation Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Attic radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Roof deck radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $2.00 - $3.50 |
| Radiant barrier & ventilation package | $2,200 - $4,500 |
Does a radiant barrier really work in Huntington Park?
Yes, because the heat load here is primarily radiant, not conductive. Reflecting that heat away before it hits the insulation layer drops attic temperatures significantly on hot days. Call (213) 527-4062 for a straight answer on whether your roof is a fit.
Can I install a radiant barrier with old insulation still in place?
Yes, the barrier goes on the rafters, above the insulation, so existing attic insulation does not need to be removed. We’ll check the attic for ductwork and wiring before we staple anything.
Insulation Removal & Replacement in Huntington Park
Insulation removal and replacement in Huntington Park usually happens for one of three reasons: rodent contamination, water damage from old roof leaks, or sixty years of settled material that has stopped doing anything useful. On these 1920s to 1940s bungalows, the original attic insulation, when there was any, is often compacted to a thin mat that traps dust and can hide wiring problems. We remove it completely and replace it with fresh blown-in material rated for the actual heat load Huntington Park sees. See Insulation Removal & Replacement for the detailed process.
Attic Insulation Removal
Signs you need it
Visible signs of rodent nests, compressed old insulation, or a roof leak that soaked the material mean the attic insulation needs to come out rather than be covered over.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Attic insulation removal runs $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot, so a typical 900-square-foot attic runs $1,350 to $2,700 for removal alone.
How we do it
We vacuum out the old insulation with a commercial vac system, bag it for disposal, and clear the attic floor to bare decking.
Insulation Replacement
Signs you need it
When removed insulation was the only thermal barrier and the attic is now empty, replacement with fresh blown-in material is the immediate next step.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Replacement blown-in material runs $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot on top of removal, so a full attic project runs $2,900 to $5,600 combined.
How we do it
After removal we air-seal the major penetrations, then blow in fresh GreenFiber cellulose or Johns Manville fiberglass to the target R-value.
What Insulation Removal & Replacement Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Attic insulation removal (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Replacement blown-in (per sq ft) | $1.75 - $3.25 |
| Full remove & replace (typical bungalow) | $2,900 - $5,600 |
Do I really need to remove old insulation, or can you just add on top?
If the old material is contaminated, water-damaged, or compressed to a dense mat, removal is the correct move. If it is simply underperforming, a top-up often works. We’ll tell you honestly which you need after seeing the attic. Call (213) 527-4062.
How long does insulation removal take in Huntington Park?
Most single-story attic removals here take one day, with replacement completed the same day or the next morning. We schedule removal and replacement as one continuous job, not two separate visits.
Attic Air Sealing in Huntington Park
Attic air sealing in Huntington Park is the highest-leverage dollar you can spend before adding insulation, because the same gaps that let hot attic air pour into the living space also let cooled air escape constantly. On these pre-1950 bungalows the framing is full of unsealed penetrations: top plates, can lights, plumbing vents, and a hatch that rarely closes tight. Sealing those gaps before blowing in insulation means the insulation actually gets to do its job. See Attic Air Sealing for the full scope.
Top Plate & Penetration Sealing
Signs you need it
Dust streaks on the ceiling around light fixtures and a constant, subtle draft from above indicate open top plates and penetration gaps.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Top plate and penetration sealing runs $0.75 to $1.50 per square foot of attic floor, so a typical attic runs $675 to $1,350.
How we do it
We foam-seal each top plate joint and every plumbing, electrical, and HVAC penetration, working methodically across the attic floor before insulation goes in.
Attic Hatch Sealing
Signs you need it
A hatch that is warm to the touch from below, with visible light around the edges when closed, leaks conditioned air continuously.
What it costs in Huntington Park
An attic hatch seal with weatherstripping and an insulated cover runs $150 to $400 in Huntington Park.
How we do it
We install weatherstripping around the hatch frame and attach a rigid insulation cover to the hatch itself, so it closes fully and stops the leak.
What Attic Air Sealing Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Top plate & penetration sealing (per sq ft) | $0.75 - $1.50 |
| Can light & duct boot sealing (per fixture) | $15 - $40 |
| Attic hatch seal (complete) | $150 - $400 |
Is air sealing worth it before adding insulation in Huntington Park?
Yes, sealing first means the new insulation performs at its rated R-value instead of working against a constant air leak. Skipping the seal undercuts the whole retrofit, especially when summer heat pushes air upward through every gap. Call (213) 527-4062 for an honest assessment.
Will air sealing make my Huntington Park house too tight?
No, on homes this old the building envelope leaks so much naturally that sealing the attic plane only brings it closer to normal. We never seal a house so tightly that it needs mechanical ventilation added.
Wall Insulation in Huntington Park
Wall insulation in Huntington Park is the retrofit that delivers the single biggest before-and-after shock to homeowners, because the walls were built empty and have stayed empty for close to a century. When we drill into a 1930s bungalow expecting to find old, settled material, the more common discovery is nothing at all, just an air cavity between stucco and plaster. Filling that cavity with dense-pack cellulose or injection foam changes the building’s thermal behavior and, just as importantly, cuts the sound transfer from Pacific Boulevard traffic. See Wall Insulation for our full approach.
Drill & Fill Wall Insulation
Signs you need it
Rooms that spike in temperature within an hour of sunrise on exterior walls, plus high heating bills in the mild Huntington Park winter, signal empty wall cavities.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Drill and fill wall insulation runs $5.50 to $10.00 per square foot of wall area, so a whole exterior on a bungalow runs $3,000 to $6,500.
How we do it
We drill small access holes through the stucco, blow dense packed cellulose or foam into each cavity, then patch and texture the holes to match the existing wall.
Injection Foam Wall Insulation
Signs you need it
Walls that feel cold to the touch in winter and transfer a lot of street noise from Alameda or Slauson benefit from injection foam’s air-sealing punch.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Injection foam wall insulation runs $7.00 to $12.00 per square foot of wall area, so a typical exterior wall runs $3,500 to $7,000.
How we do it
We inject slow-rise foam through small holes into each cavity, letting it expand gently to fill from bottom to top, then patch and match the surface.
What Wall Insulation Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
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| Drill & fill cellulose (per sq ft of wall) | $5.50 - $10.00 |
| Injection foam (per sq ft of wall) | $7.00 - $12.00 |
| Interior soundproofing (per sq ft) | $3.00 - $6.00 |
Can you insulate the walls of a stucco bungalow from the outside?
Yes, we drill through the stucco from the exterior, fill the cavities, and patch the holes, so the process is fast and doesn’t disturb the interior. Most Huntington Park homeowners choose the exterior approach. Call (213) 527-4062 for a walk-through of what your walls can take.
Will wall insulation change how my house breathes?
These old Huntington Park homes leak enough air naturally through windows, doors, and the attic that filling the wall cavities does not make the house overly tight. Most homeowners notice the temperature difference within days.
Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing in Huntington Park
Attic cleaning and rodent proofing in Huntington Park matters because these older bungalows have a lot of small gaps where roof meets wall, and the rodent pressure from the Alameda corridor and surrounding commercial blocks is constant. Once rats or mice get into a warm, quiet attic they nest in the insulation, leave droppings throughout, and compromise the material’s thermal performance. We clean it out, sanitize the space, and seal every entry point so the problem does not return. See Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing for the full local breakdown.
Rodent Proofing & Exclusion
Signs you need it
Scratching sounds in the ceiling at night, droppings around the attic hatch, and dark grease marks along walls near roof vents all mean rodents are getting in.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Rodent proofing and exclusion runs $500 to $2,500 depending on how many entry points need sealing and whether roofline work is required.
How we do it
We locate every entry point, seal them with steel mesh and sealant that rodents cannot chew through, and verify the attic is closed off before we finish.
Attic Sanitizing & Decontamination
Signs you need it
An ammonia smell from rodent urine, visible droppings mixed into the insulation, or old water stains with mold growth call for removal and sanitizing.
What it costs in Huntington Park
Sanitizing and decontamination after rodent activity runs $1,000 to $3,500, depending on the attic’s size and how much material must be removed first.
How we do it
We remove contaminated insulation, vacuum out droppings and debris, apply an antimicrobial treatment, and leave the attic clean for new insulation.
What Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Rodent proofing & exclusion | $500 - $2,500 |
| Attic sanitizing & decontamination | $1,000 - $3,500 |
| Full cleanout with proofing | $1,800 - $5,500 |
How do rats get into Huntington Park attics?
Through gaps where the roof meets the walls, around plumbing and vent penetrations, and through old eave returns. On pre-1950 homes the framing gaps are numerous enough that sealing takes careful, methodical work. Call (213) 527-4062 and we’ll trace every entry point.
Will cleaning the attic get rid of the smell in my house?
Yes, removing contaminated insulation and sanitizing the deck eliminates the ammonia source rather than masking it. Until the urine-soaked material is out, the smell returns whenever humidity rises.
Home Energy Audit in Huntington Park
A home energy audit in Huntington Park gives you a real, measured answer for why one bedroom stays hot and another stays cold, instead of another guess. On these old bungalows with empty wall cavities and leaky attic planes, the audit almost always shows air leakage and insulation deficits that the bare eye misses. And because Southern California Edison serves the city, a documented audit can support rebate paperwork for insulation upgrades. See Home Energy Audit for what we measure and why it matters here.
Blower Door Test
Signs you need it
Drafts you can feel, high heating and cooling bills for a small house, or rooms that never reach the thermostat setpoint indicate significant envelope leakage.
What it costs in Huntington Park
A blower door test alone runs $250 to $600, but it’s typically bundled into a full home energy audit we price at $400 to $900.
How we do it
We mount the blower door in the front doorway, depressurize the house, and measure total air leakage in CFM, then walk the house to locate each leak path.
Thermal Imaging Inspection
Signs you need it
Suspecting missing or settled insulation inside walls or ceilings that you cannot access, or a cold spot that defies explanation, is exactly when thermal imaging earns its keep.
What it costs in Huntington Park
A thermal imaging inspection added to an audit runs $150 to $350, depending on house size and how many scans we run.
How we do it
We scan walls, ceilings, and floors with an infrared camera, looking for temperature differences that reveal empty cavities, air leaks, and insulation voids.
What Home Energy Audit Costs in Huntington Park
| Item | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Full home energy audit | $400 - $900 |
| Blower door test (standalone) | $250 - $600 |
| Thermal imaging add-on | $150 - $350 |
Is an energy audit really necessary in Huntington Park?
If you are about to spend thousands on insulation, the audit tells you exactly where the money goes, so you avoid spending on the wrong fix. On old bungalows with empty walls, the audit often reveals problems you did not know existed. Call (213) 527-4062 to schedule one.
Will SCE rebates cover my audit or insulation work?
Southern California Edison offers residential insulation rebates, and a documented audit is often the piece of evidence that supports the rebate application. We can walk you through the current program rules for Huntington Park projects.
Brands We Service in Huntington Park
We install and service insulation products from Owens Corning, Johns Manville, GreenFiber, and Demilec, and we keep common material stock locally available for fast turnarounds. If your Huntington Park home has one of these systems already, we can match it, repair it, or add to it without delaying the job. See our brands for the full lineup.
Pricing for Insulation in Huntington Park, CA
| Service | Typical range in Huntington Park |
|---|---|
| Open-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $2.50 - $5.50 |
| Closed-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $3.75 - $7.00 |
| Blown-in cellulose (per sq ft of attic) | $1.75 - $3.25 |
| Dense-pack wall injection (per sq ft) | $5.50 - $10.00 |
| Attic radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Attic insulation removal (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Top plate & penetration sealing (per sq ft) | $0.75 - $1.50 |
| Drill & fill wall insulation (per sq ft) | $5.50 - $10.00 |
| Rodent proofing & exclusion | $500 - $2,500 |
| Full home energy audit | $400 - $900 |
What pushes a Huntington Park job toward the top of these ranges is access: tight attics, second-floor reach issues, and the amount of old material that has to come out first. We give upfront pricing before work starts, and the Done Right Promise means if anything is not right, we make it right with no runaround.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Huntington Park
We work throughout Huntington Park, from the residential blocks off Pacific Boulevard up to the streets along Florence Avenue and Gage Avenue. Response time for most scheduled jobs is one to two business days, with same-day availability for urgent attic or crawl space work.
- Pacific Boulevard corridor
- Florence Avenue area
- Walnut Park adjacent blocks
- Slauson Avenue residential side streets
- Alameda Street adjacent homes
Service Area - Cities Near Huntington Park
Walt’s Insulation serves Huntington Park and the surrounding cities across the greater Los Angeles area. If you are just outside our immediate coverage, check our pages for Hawthorne, CA, South Pasadena, CA, Culver City, CA, or El Segundo, CA for local specifics in those areas.
Serving Huntington Park, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Huntington Park area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Insulation in Huntington Park
For most scheduled insulation jobs, we are on site within one to two business days. If you have a rodent issue or a failing system that cannot wait, call (213) 527-4062 and we will tell you honestly whether same-day is possible.
Most insulation retrofits, blown-in work, and air sealing do not require a permit. If your project involves structural changes or significant electrical repositioning, we handle the permit conversation directly and tell you up front what the city requires.
Yes, we price the job up front and in writing, so there are no surprises after the fact. Our standing offers include a free second opinion on any written estimate and no trip charge inside our service county. Call (213) 527-4062 and Walt will answer the phone himself.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local insulation pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, typically within the hour.
- 4You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
What Huntington Park Customers Say
"Crawl space was wet every spring. They laid the heavy liner, sealed the vents, and put a dehumidifier down there. Floors are warm and the moisture meter he left reads fine now. He still answers when I text him a reading."
- Devon Pierce"Spray foam in the garage ceiling under the bonus room. That room used to be unusable in summer. Walt talked me out of foaming the whole attic because it did not need it - saved me a couple thousand and I trust him more for it."
- Bud Larkin"The house had rats in the attic insulation and a smell we could not place. Walt's crew pulled all of it, sealed the gaps where they were getting in, sanitized, and put in new blown-in. He sent photos of the sealed openings so I could see it done."
- Rosa Delgado