Koala Insulation of North Chicagoland 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.
"I had Koala blow fiberglass insulation into my attic last fall, taking me up to R-49, plus sealing various openings, and I was impressed by the work they did. So I was surprised that a problem I had before was not cured: snow was melting on the roof above my bathtub and shower. I sent a note to Michael Schoenfeld, and he and Nanny, the lead technician on the original job, came out to take a look. Nanny spent about 3 hours, and Michael an additional hour, determining that the inside of the wall behind my showerwas open into the attic. Then Nanny opened up the closet wall behind the bath, installed a block of foam insulation, and sealed it with spray-in insulation, solving the problem. I asked Michael what he would be charging me for the nearly half-day of labor, and he said “nothing.” This is maybe a long way of saying that they spent about half a day fixing a problem that had nothing to do with the original work. To do that for no charge was amazing. Remarkable service!"
Don K on May 2025
Koala Insulation of North Chicagoland 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.
"I had Koala blow fiberglass insulation into my attic last fall, taking me up to R-49, plus sealing various openings, and I was impressed by the work they did. So I was surprised that a problem I had before was not cured: snow was melting on the roof above my bathtub and shower. I sent a note to Michael Schoenfeld, and he and Nanny, the lead technician on the original job, came out to take a look. Nanny spent about 3 hours, and Michael an additional hour, determining that the inside of the wall behind my showerwas open into the attic. Then Nanny opened up the closet wall behind the bath, installed a block of foam insulation, and sealed it with spray-in insulation, solving the problem. I asked Michael what he would be charging me for the nearly half-day of labor, and he said “nothing.” This is maybe a long way of saying that they spent about half a day fixing a problem that had nothing to do with the original work. To do that for no charge was amazing. Remarkable service!"
Don K on May 2025
Eco Tec Insulation is a full service insulation provider for commercial and residential customers serving the Northern Chicago area. We have been providing services for over 17years. Please call!
"Very professional, did a great job."
Richard M on February 2025
Eco Tec Insulation is a full service insulation provider for commercial and residential customers serving the Northern Chicago area. We have been providing services for over 17years. Please call!
"Very professional, did a great job."
Richard M on February 2025
OPC Pest Services has been providing quality pest control to homes and businesses in Louisville, Lexington, Frankfort, Bowling Green, and Southern Indiana since 1972. As the largest pest control company based in Kentucky, our commitment to excellence is our guiding principle.
OPC Pest Services has been providing quality pest control to homes and businesses in Louisville, Lexington, Frankfort, Bowling Green, and Southern Indiana since 1972. As the largest pest control company based in Kentucky, our commitment to excellence is our guiding principle.
Koala Insulation of Northern Illinois 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.
Koala Insulation of Northern Illinois 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.
Temo Insulation 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.
"One of the a lot of things that I like from Temo insulation company that they are very professional in what they doing, very good quality and affordable price, I really recommend to any company or people who want to hire an temo insulation,Thank you temo for doing great."
Darío v on May 2025
Temo Insulation 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.
"One of the a lot of things that I like from Temo insulation company that they are very professional in what they doing, very good quality and affordable price, I really recommend to any company or people who want to hire an temo insulation,Thank you temo for doing great."
Darío v on May 2025
My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"
Adam E on June 2025
My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Did an excellent job. Including cleaning up and even painted the door jamb he repaired"
Adam E on June 2025
For the last 15 years, Arcos Environmental Services, Inc. has been serving as a general contractor for government weatherization programs. As we have continued to grow, we have created the subsidiary Arcos Pro Services to serve as our residential division of insulation installation using the same professional and detailed work. We are committed to giving homeowners a peace of mind in regards to their home's energy efficiency. Arcos is also a Nicor Gas Contractor Circle member meaning finished upgrades to your home may qualify you for up to $1,250 in rebates as well as tax incentives. Check out our website for more information!
"Found Arcos on Angie list. Entire process was smooth. My home is cooler in summer and warmer in winter"
Aaron V on June 2024
For the last 15 years, Arcos Environmental Services, Inc. has been serving as a general contractor for government weatherization programs. As we have continued to grow, we have created the subsidiary Arcos Pro Services to serve as our residential division of insulation installation using the same professional and detailed work. We are committed to giving homeowners a peace of mind in regards to their home's energy efficiency. Arcos is also a Nicor Gas Contractor Circle member meaning finished upgrades to your home may qualify you for up to $1,250 in rebates as well as tax incentives. Check out our website for more information!
"Found Arcos on Angie list. Entire process was smooth. My home is cooler in summer and warmer in winter"
Aaron V on June 2024
US Standard Flooring is the expert in hardwood flooring department and provides a wide selection of services for your floors. Maybe you want to change out the old carpet with stains from your young ones or maybe you are tired of the laminate being easily marked up and scratched. Whatever the case may be, our experienced team is up to the task to repair or install hardwood floors. A hardwood flooring contractor is your source for getting the durable, elegant, and attractive floor that you’ve always wanted. Services may vary, but will typically include hardwood floor installation, refinishing, and replacement. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!
"I asked before we started if they fix subfloor issues, they said yes. I then had them over to ask for a quote on replacing the floor and fixing subfloor issue especially in 2 spots, they said they would do it. they replaced the floors and did none of that. I just wasted thousands of dollar and will need to redo it. Do NOT hire these people, they do not care about your needs. Would give them negative stars if was possible"
Viktor A on April 2025
US Standard Flooring is the expert in hardwood flooring department and provides a wide selection of services for your floors. Maybe you want to change out the old carpet with stains from your young ones or maybe you are tired of the laminate being easily marked up and scratched. Whatever the case may be, our experienced team is up to the task to repair or install hardwood floors. A hardwood flooring contractor is your source for getting the durable, elegant, and attractive floor that you’ve always wanted. Services may vary, but will typically include hardwood floor installation, refinishing, and replacement. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!
"I asked before we started if they fix subfloor issues, they said yes. I then had them over to ask for a quote on replacing the floor and fixing subfloor issue especially in 2 spots, they said they would do it. they replaced the floors and did none of that. I just wasted thousands of dollar and will need to redo it. Do NOT hire these people, they do not care about your needs. Would give them negative stars if was possible"
Viktor A on April 2025
DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.
"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."
Phyllis N on May 2025
DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.
"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."
Phyllis N on May 2025
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
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.