Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland 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!
"They got the job done quick and the work looks impeccable. The sales and planning portions of the work went off without a hitch. Sadly, the project manager got into a car accident on the phone with me and the installation crew cut the fiber optic internet cable to my house and then tried to hide it by tucking it into the siding. While I’m ultimately happy with the result, I’d be cautious next time I need major work done."
Patrick R on December 2024
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland 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!
"They got the job done quick and the work looks impeccable. The sales and planning portions of the work went off without a hitch. Sadly, the project manager got into a car accident on the phone with me and the installation crew cut the fiber optic internet cable to my house and then tried to hide it by tucking it into the siding. While I’m ultimately happy with the result, I’d be cautious next time I need major work done."
Patrick R on December 2024
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland 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!
"They were a great company and easy to work with."
Zach W on March 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland 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!
"They were a great company and easy to work with."
Zach W on March 2025
Founded in 1981 by Daniel Hoag, we are a family owned and operated business. Our building is located on the west side of Cleveland, but we service the entire greater Cleveland area and suburbs. www.sidingandinsul.com
"Mike and Frank were awesome, polite and conscientious!"
Susanne G on December 2024
Founded in 1981 by Daniel Hoag, we are a family owned and operated business. Our building is located on the west side of Cleveland, but we service the entire greater Cleveland area and suburbs. www.sidingandinsul.com
"Mike and Frank were awesome, polite and conscientious!"
Susanne G on December 2024
Koala Insulation of Cleveland West Side is an insulation contractor dedicated to providing top-notch insulation solutions to residential and commercial properties. We offer fiberglass, cellulose, spray foam, attic ventilation, and other services to create the right solution for your home or business. Our team of certified and experienced professionals prioritizes energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability, working tirelessly to deliver outstanding insulation services that enhance comfort and efficiency for our neighbors.
Koala Insulation of Cleveland West Side is an insulation contractor dedicated to providing top-notch insulation solutions to residential and commercial properties. We offer fiberglass, cellulose, spray foam, attic ventilation, and other services to create the right solution for your home or business. Our team of certified and experienced professionals prioritizes energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability, working tirelessly to deliver outstanding insulation services that enhance comfort and efficiency for our neighbors.
The leaders in Spray and Blown cellulose insulation serving Greater Cleveland - Northeast Ohio. Making homes comfortable while reducing heating and cooling costs Reduces heating and cooling costs by up to 40% and pays for itself in a short time. Give us a call at 440-520-0749 to start a conversation, or visit our website at http://ww.AIRLOCK-Insulation.com
"The crew worked hard and did a great job. They were professional and respectful. I highly recommend"
J F on July 2023
The leaders in Spray and Blown cellulose insulation serving Greater Cleveland - Northeast Ohio. Making homes comfortable while reducing heating and cooling costs Reduces heating and cooling costs by up to 40% and pays for itself in a short time. Give us a call at 440-520-0749 to start a conversation, or visit our website at http://ww.AIRLOCK-Insulation.com
"The crew worked hard and did a great job. They were professional and respectful. I highly recommend"
J F on July 2023
Primary Home Improvements is your local home insulation and concrete epoxy stone flooring contractor. Expert installers and consultants, serving Northeast Ohio. PHI offers quality and affordable home insulation services and concrete floor coatings. At Primary Home Improvements the customer is our primary focus. We strive to share our values of transparency and integrity with our customers, employees and suppliers. We look forward to working with you to improve your home and help lower your energy costs.
"Explained things well, took pictures, and was very good about making me comfortable about the job. Very impressed."
Shirley N on May 2025
Primary Home Improvements is your local home insulation and concrete epoxy stone flooring contractor. Expert installers and consultants, serving Northeast Ohio. PHI offers quality and affordable home insulation services and concrete floor coatings. At Primary Home Improvements the customer is our primary focus. We strive to share our values of transparency and integrity with our customers, employees and suppliers. We look forward to working with you to improve your home and help lower your energy costs.
"Explained things well, took pictures, and was very good about making me comfortable about the job. Very impressed."
Shirley N on May 2025
Finish Line is a local construction company focused on providing quality work and great customer service. We are experts at all types of home & business construction including but not limited to roofing, flooring, carpentry, painting, siding, additions, decks etc and there aren't may tasks we cannot handle. Call for your free estimate!
"They were responsive and good at communicating. They fixed the problem area within a reasonable amount of time once they had the correct siding to use."
Katherine S on October 2024
Finish Line is a local construction company focused on providing quality work and great customer service. We are experts at all types of home & business construction including but not limited to roofing, flooring, carpentry, painting, siding, additions, decks etc and there aren't may tasks we cannot handle. Call for your free estimate!
"They were responsive and good at communicating. They fixed the problem area within a reasonable amount of time once they had the correct siding to use."
Katherine S on October 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!
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!
USA Insulation has saved customers millions of dollars on their energy bills. No one does it better than us. With more than 20,000 homes done to date, we are the premier insulation company in Ohio.
"Good customer service and great work."
Adam K on May 2023
USA Insulation has saved customers millions of dollars on their energy bills. No one does it better than us. With more than 20,000 homes done to date, we are the premier insulation company in Ohio.
"Good customer service and great work."
Adam K on May 2023
Unified Insulation Systems, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Check out our Website at www.unifiedneo.com
"They did a great job"
Jesse B on March 2025
Unified Insulation Systems, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Check out our Website at www.unifiedneo.com
"They did a great job"
Jesse B on March 2025
Many major home improvement retailers offer free machine rentals when you purchase a minimum quantity of insulation material, often 20 to 30 bags. These promotions vary by location and season, so calling ahead to confirm current offers is recommended. Be sure to understand any time limitations that apply to these free rentals, as they may restrict you to a specific return window, often 24 hours from checkout.
For most residential attics under 1,500 square feet, a standard consumer-grade blower available at rental centers will provide adequate performance. Larger spaces or projects requiring greater insulation depth may benefit from higher-capacity equipment.
When consulting with the rental provider, mention your attic's square footage, desired insulation depth, and accessibility conditions to receive appropriate equipment recommendations for your specific situation.
DIY installation saves between $160 and $560 in labor costs for standard attic installations requiring four to eight hours of work. These savings must be weighed against equipment rental fees of $50 to $210 per day and the value of your personal time. For more complex installations like wall insulation, which can require 20+ hours of professional labor (costing $800 or more), the potential savings increase substantially, though so does the project complexity.
While there's a learning curve, most homeowners can master the basics with some practice. Key techniques include maintaining consistent material flow into the hopper, controlling hose direction effectively, and preventing clogs in the system.
Starting in less visible areas allows you to refine your technique before moving to more prominent spaces. Thoroughly reviewing the equipment manual and watching instructional videos beforehand significantly improves first-time success rates.
Standard rental periods provide 24 hours of use, though specific terms vary by provider. Some locations calculate this as a calendar day, while others track a full 24-hour period from checkout time. Clarify the exact return deadline when renting, and plan your project timeline accordingly. Late returns often incur additional daily charges at the full rental rate, which can quickly increase your project cost if not managed carefully.