Koala Insulation of Hickory is the area's certified insulation expert providing high-quality insulation services to homeowners, contractors and property owners. We work with new construction, retrofit applications, and properties affected by natural disasters or that have suffered significant damage. We provide all types of insulation including blown-in cellulose and fiberglass, spray foam, and batt-insulation. Furthermore, we provide a number of energy efficiency upgrades such as air sealing, thermal imaging, hatch and can light covers. If it involves insulating or improving energy efficiency within a building envelope, we can handle it. We offer competitive prices and free insulation evaluations. We are locally owned and operated, fully insured and licensed, and our services come with a limited lifetime warranty.
"Professional, friendly, good customer service"
Linda C on October 2023
Koala Insulation of Hickory is the area's certified insulation expert providing high-quality insulation services to homeowners, contractors and property owners. We work with new construction, retrofit applications, and properties affected by natural disasters or that have suffered significant damage. We provide all types of insulation including blown-in cellulose and fiberglass, spray foam, and batt-insulation. Furthermore, we provide a number of energy efficiency upgrades such as air sealing, thermal imaging, hatch and can light covers. If it involves insulating or improving energy efficiency within a building envelope, we can handle it. We offer competitive prices and free insulation evaluations. We are locally owned and operated, fully insured and licensed, and our services come with a limited lifetime warranty.
"Professional, friendly, good customer service"
Linda C on October 2023
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Greenville by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Greenville by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Greenville by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Greenville by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"They were great and profesional!"
Maria L on December 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!
"They were great and profesional!"
Maria L on December 2024
EnergySmith Home Performance has over 9 years of experience. Integrity, knowledge, communication and commitment are what we like to focus on in our business. If you need Insulation, Energy Audits, and Air Sealing, you can trust us to offer high quality products and services. Our insulation experts are BPI certified and trained to know the proper installation techniques for each area of your home or business. Does your home leak that precious heat and air you paid for?Thermal Camera inspections and blower door depressurization available. We can adjust air leaks by properly sealing your home, this is the first step in making a home energy efficient. Call us for a free estimate.
"Great work, friendly service, excellent price."
Jessica H on October 2023
EnergySmith Home Performance has over 9 years of experience. Integrity, knowledge, communication and commitment are what we like to focus on in our business. If you need Insulation, Energy Audits, and Air Sealing, you can trust us to offer high quality products and services. Our insulation experts are BPI certified and trained to know the proper installation techniques for each area of your home or business. Does your home leak that precious heat and air you paid for?Thermal Camera inspections and blower door depressurization available. We can adjust air leaks by properly sealing your home, this is the first step in making a home energy efficient. Call us for a free estimate.
"Great work, friendly service, excellent price."
Jessica H on October 2023
Energy Home Solutions specializes in all aspects of home improvement and home energy services. We specialize in all types of insulation services. We take great pride in our work and customer satisfaction. Give us a call today or book with us now!
"The job was performed in a very professional manner. The installers were very professional. We have more work that needs to be done on our house. We are contracting Home Advisor to do the work. I am very impressed with the work performed by this contractor. "
Joel C on June 2025
Energy Home Solutions specializes in all aspects of home improvement and home energy services. We specialize in all types of insulation services. We take great pride in our work and customer satisfaction. Give us a call today or book with us now!
"The job was performed in a very professional manner. The installers were very professional. We have more work that needs to be done on our house. We are contracting Home Advisor to do the work. I am very impressed with the work performed by this contractor. "
Joel C on June 2025
First Class Insulation Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Great service. Would recommend!"
Ross K on December 2024
First Class Insulation Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Great service. Would recommend!"
Ross K on December 2024
With over 10 years of experience in the insulation industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of insulation projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give RWA Insulation a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Robert and his crew were very professional and very clean and got it done in timely matter."
Tamara W on May 2025
With over 10 years of experience in the insulation industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of insulation projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give RWA Insulation a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Robert and his crew were very professional and very clean and got it done in timely matter."
Tamara W on May 2025
Four Seasons Contracting Group LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We are family owned and take pride in our work.
"Yes, they called my windows so I wouldn't have to buy expensive windows pass it on to the others. They did a great job."
John. C on March 2025
Four Seasons Contracting Group LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We are family owned and take pride in our work.
"Yes, they called my windows so I wouldn't have to buy expensive windows pass it on to the others. They did a great job."
John. C on March 2025
We specializes in re-coat, sanding and finish wood floors We also install vinyl, laminate and hardwood floors. 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.
"They were amazing! Our floors look great! We even sent them to our other property and had them do those floors without us even seeing them. We trusted their work that much. Spoiler alert: those floors look awesome too."
Kelly B on December 2024
We specializes in re-coat, sanding and finish wood floors We also install vinyl, laminate and hardwood floors. 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.
"They were amazing! Our floors look great! We even sent them to our other property and had them do those floors without us even seeing them. We trusted their work that much. Spoiler alert: those floors look awesome too."
Kelly B on December 2024
Batt insulation excels in vertical installations because it remains firmly in place and delivers consistent thermal performance. Blown-in insulation performs exceptionally in spaces such as attics, efficiently filling gaps in irregular areas.
Employing both insulation types according to their strengths enhances your home’s overall energy efficiency and comfort by providing a tailored solution for every space.
Start by measuring the square footage of the space, then match that area with the insulation thickness you need to hit your target R-value. Add a buffer for waste and odd-shaped spots so every cavity is covered.
Once you have a rough count, run it past a local insulation pro—their on-site advice will fine-tune the numbers and help you avoid costly miscalculations.
Old insulation that is dry, intact, and mold-free does not require removal before adding new insulation; stacking new insulation over it maintains effective thermal performance and boosts energy efficiency.
If the insulation is damp, moldy, or deteriorated, removal is necessary to eliminate health risks and ensure maximum effectiveness of the new layer. A professional insulation contractor will assess your situation and recommend the most effective solution.
Installing insulation in an average-sized home using batts or boards requires five to 12 hours. Using spray foam or blown-in insulation requires two to five hours. These timeframes are determined by the area’s size, accessibility, and whether old insulation must be removed.
Complex projects and hard-to-reach spaces demand extra time. Hiring an experienced insulation professional ensures that the installation is completed efficiently and correctly.
Insulation is measured by R-value, which defines how effectively it resists heat flow. A higher R-value provides superior thermal resistance, ensuring your home remains warm in winter and cool in summer.
Choosing the correct R-value is essential for maximizing energy efficiency and comfort, and it directly impacts long-term utility savings. Professional guidance determines the optimal R-value for your specific climate.