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The Flooring Guys
3296 NW Prairie Ln
4.58(
113
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Approved Pro
The Flooring Guys
3296 NW Prairie Ln
4.58(
113
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
186 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Having been started by a local flooring installer, we are a family owned small business that selects products not based on a national sales plan but products we personally believe in and have used in our own households. We staff knowledgeable individuals with the experience to better understand the products we are selling and who take the time to get to know our customers wants and needs. Shop local and call us today for your FREE estimate! Angie's List 5% Discount is off of materials. Additional contact name - Tasha Millard. Additional email - tasha.millard@theflooringguysdsm.com.

"They were very communicative and did an excellent job."

Desiree S on November 2024

Having been started by a local flooring installer, we are a family owned small business that selects products not based on a national sales plan but products we personally believe in and have used in our own households. We staff knowledgeable individuals with the experience to better understand the products we are selling and who take the time to get to know our customers wants and needs. Shop local and call us today for your FREE estimate! Angie's List 5% Discount is off of materials. Additional contact name - Tasha Millard. Additional email - tasha.millard@theflooringguysdsm.com.

"They were very communicative and did an excellent job."

Desiree S on November 2024


Freedom Foam Insulators
309 E Burlington Ave
No reviews
Freedom Foam Insulators
309 E Burlington Ave
No reviews
35 years of experience

Freedom Foam Insulators has been in business for 7 years. Freedom Foam Insulators is a family owned business. We have a 20 + years background in construction. Freedom Foam Insulators is an owner operated local business doing our part to reduce the nations dependence on foreign energy, improve air quality in our community, and provide the most professional insulation services in the area. We accomplish these goals by taking the time to understand your needs and ensuring that we only offer the highest quality foam products. Freedom Foam Insulators is an innovative foam insulation installer using the latest products and techniques to ensure superior energy performance. By researching independent studies and Government reports on energy and health issues related to our industry, Freedom Foam Insulators have chosen the safest, healthiest, and highest performing insulation systems available today. Contact us here at Freedom Foam Insulators to learn more about how choosing the right insulation can make a difference. Freedom Foam Insulators is committed to providing affordable, healthy and energy efficient solutions that are environmentally friendly, permanent and American made. We are experts in this field, and have extensive training and experience in designing solutions for residential (new and old), commercial, agricultural and steel frame projects. New Construction - Installed with other trades on site at the same point in construction when traditional insulation would be installed. Performs up to 50% more energy efficiently. Retrofit and Remediation -- Eliminate mold(s) and mildew by removing old insulation or install insulation in empty walls to improve energy performance and indoor air quality. Commercial and Agricultural -- Extend the life of buildings, mechanicals and inventory eliminating the movement of moisture laden air through walls. Steel Frame Construction -- Ideal for insulating hat channels and C-channels and won't corrode metal studs. Additional contact - Kevin Frisbee. Additional Email - sprayfoaminsulation.insulation@gmail.com.

Freedom Foam Insulators has been in business for 7 years. Freedom Foam Insulators is a family owned business. We have a 20 + years background in construction. Freedom Foam Insulators is an owner operated local business doing our part to reduce the nations dependence on foreign energy, improve air quality in our community, and provide the most professional insulation services in the area. We accomplish these goals by taking the time to understand your needs and ensuring that we only offer the highest quality foam products. Freedom Foam Insulators is an innovative foam insulation installer using the latest products and techniques to ensure superior energy performance. By researching independent studies and Government reports on energy and health issues related to our industry, Freedom Foam Insulators have chosen the safest, healthiest, and highest performing insulation systems available today. Contact us here at Freedom Foam Insulators to learn more about how choosing the right insulation can make a difference. Freedom Foam Insulators is committed to providing affordable, healthy and energy efficient solutions that are environmentally friendly, permanent and American made. We are experts in this field, and have extensive training and experience in designing solutions for residential (new and old), commercial, agricultural and steel frame projects. New Construction - Installed with other trades on site at the same point in construction when traditional insulation would be installed. Performs up to 50% more energy efficiently. Retrofit and Remediation -- Eliminate mold(s) and mildew by removing old insulation or install insulation in empty walls to improve energy performance and indoor air quality. Commercial and Agricultural -- Extend the life of buildings, mechanicals and inventory eliminating the movement of moisture laden air through walls. Steel Frame Construction -- Ideal for insulating hat channels and C-channels and won't corrode metal studs. Additional contact - Kevin Frisbee. Additional Email - sprayfoaminsulation.insulation@gmail.com.


Creative Home Renovations
2909 20th Street
No reviews
Creative Home Renovations
2909 20th Street
No reviews
17 years of experience

Creative Home Renovations provides top quality services with competitive prices through our dedication to detail to each project assuring only the best for each of our clients. A business is only as good as its people and this is especially true in the construction industry. Whatever your dreams may be for your future project, rest assured it will be handled promptly, professionally, with 100% satisfaction with our company going and beyond the expectations for our clientele. Your home is probably the biggest investment you’ll ever make in your life, so trust all your Home Improvement needs with us to see your project through from start to finish with our professional and experienced staff. Creative Home Renovations, innovative solutions for all your home improvement needs. Not a shingle mistake ever made.

Creative Home Renovations provides top quality services with competitive prices through our dedication to detail to each project assuring only the best for each of our clients. A business is only as good as its people and this is especially true in the construction industry. Whatever your dreams may be for your future project, rest assured it will be handled promptly, professionally, with 100% satisfaction with our company going and beyond the expectations for our clientele. Your home is probably the biggest investment you’ll ever make in your life, so trust all your Home Improvement needs with us to see your project through from start to finish with our professional and experienced staff. Creative Home Renovations, innovative solutions for all your home improvement needs. Not a shingle mistake ever made.


J. Thomas Interiors
30 E MAIN ST
No reviews
J. Thomas Interiors
30 E MAIN ST
No reviews
15 years of experience

J. Thomas Interiors, in Marshalltown, IA, is the area's leading interior designer serving Marshall, Tama and Grundy counties since 2010. We specialize in interior design, window treatments, blinds, furniture and staging! For your next interior design project, contact J. Thomas Interiors in Marshalltown.

J. Thomas Interiors, in Marshalltown, IA, is the area's leading interior designer serving Marshall, Tama and Grundy counties since 2010. We specialize in interior design, window treatments, blinds, furniture and staging! For your next interior design project, contact J. Thomas Interiors in Marshalltown.


Laura's Designs
405 East Mission Street
5.00(
1
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Laura's Designs
405 East Mission Street
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Laura’s Designs has 1 employee: Laura provides design service; offering custom contracts to clients. Laura selects contractors and subcontractors to perform the work to ensure that each project is completed according to the specifications outlined in each estimate.

Laura’s Designs has 1 employee: Laura provides design service; offering custom contracts to clients. Laura selects contractors and subcontractors to perform the work to ensure that each project is completed according to the specifications outlined in each estimate.


Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


Northern Duct Seal
4135 W Ave.
No reviews
Northern Duct Seal
4135 W Ave.
No reviews
12 years of experience

Northern Duct Seal seals duct work from the inside by use of computerized tools and equipment. The process takes one day and our technicians will provide pre-seal and post-seal duct leakage reports on the spot. The basic steps to do a duct seal are: 1) Pre-seal Test is done to measure duct leakage, 2) Registers, returns, and air handler coil are blocked off with foam plugs, 3) A UL-tested and approved aerosol is injected into the pressurized duct system, 4) A Post-Seal Test is performed to measure improvements and 5) A complete Report and Certificate are printed to provide the customer with a record of improvement. Duct sealing provides a solution to high energy bills, air flow/air balance issues, uneven temperatures, hot and cold rooms, excessive humidity, musty odors and fume smells from stored paints, solvents, pesticides, and radon gases. Northern Duct Seal will reduce duct leakage by up to 90%, saving customers an average of $600 - $850 a year, with a 2-3 year return investment, depending on variables such as weather, system usage, energy prices, and home design. Northern Duct Seal offers a 10- year warranty on the seals created by our technicians. The sealant itself has been UL tested and approved and is considered non toxic by OSHA. For a demonstration video of the duct sealing process please see the 'Ask This Old House' Video located under the Media tab on this page.

Northern Duct Seal seals duct work from the inside by use of computerized tools and equipment. The process takes one day and our technicians will provide pre-seal and post-seal duct leakage reports on the spot. The basic steps to do a duct seal are: 1) Pre-seal Test is done to measure duct leakage, 2) Registers, returns, and air handler coil are blocked off with foam plugs, 3) A UL-tested and approved aerosol is injected into the pressurized duct system, 4) A Post-Seal Test is performed to measure improvements and 5) A complete Report and Certificate are printed to provide the customer with a record of improvement. Duct sealing provides a solution to high energy bills, air flow/air balance issues, uneven temperatures, hot and cold rooms, excessive humidity, musty odors and fume smells from stored paints, solvents, pesticides, and radon gases. Northern Duct Seal will reduce duct leakage by up to 90%, saving customers an average of $600 - $850 a year, with a 2-3 year return investment, depending on variables such as weather, system usage, energy prices, and home design. Northern Duct Seal offers a 10- year warranty on the seals created by our technicians. The sealant itself has been UL tested and approved and is considered non toxic by OSHA. For a demonstration video of the duct sealing process please see the 'Ask This Old House' Video located under the Media tab on this page.


Efloors.com
1000 Brook Forest Ave
4.30(
33
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Efloors.com
1000 Brook Forest Ave
4.30(
33
)
Customers say: Terrific value
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.

"I had a quote within 2 days. My card was declined by by bank and I had to approve the amount, that was thee only delay I had and it was my fault. I had to make a few adjustments to my order, and I was requoted at least by next day. Shipping confirmation came after the weekend, and I had trim pieces actually arrive before I received my shipping confirmation. Shipping actual flooring to me was curbside, I would have paid a bit more for the company to place in my driveway if given the option. Everything was palletized securely, and everything arrived without defects. Pricing came in better than expected, and better than quotes I received from other companies. Great experience, I will definitely be a returning customer."

Jason G on November 2024

Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.

"I had a quote within 2 days. My card was declined by by bank and I had to approve the amount, that was thee only delay I had and it was my fault. I had to make a few adjustments to my order, and I was requoted at least by next day. Shipping confirmation came after the weekend, and I had trim pieces actually arrive before I received my shipping confirmation. Shipping actual flooring to me was curbside, I would have paid a bit more for the company to place in my driveway if given the option. Everything was palletized securely, and everything arrived without defects. Pricing came in better than expected, and better than quotes I received from other companies. Great experience, I will definitely be a returning customer."

Jason G on November 2024


Floor Coverings International-Central Iowa
1516 Clinton Street
4.67(
15
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Floor Coverings International-Central Iowa
1516 Clinton Street
4.67(
15
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Customers say: True professional
13 years of experience

We bring the flooring store to your door! We are Floor Coverings International, our qualified design associates arrive at your home in their mobile flooring showroom and work with you to develop the perfect hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate or natural stone solution for your lifestyle, style and budget. Once we have chosen the perfect flooring, our project coordinator and expert installers will take over and provide a hassle-free, quality installation. Schedule your free in home consultation today and join our over 250,000 satisfied customers across North America!

We bring the flooring store to your door! We are Floor Coverings International, our qualified design associates arrive at your home in their mobile flooring showroom and work with you to develop the perfect hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate or natural stone solution for your lifestyle, style and budget. Once we have chosen the perfect flooring, our project coordinator and expert installers will take over and provide a hassle-free, quality installation. Schedule your free in home consultation today and join our over 250,000 satisfied customers across North America!


Wyatt Construct
1129 Ann St
No reviews
Wyatt Construct
1129 Ann St
No reviews
3 years of experience

Wyatt Construct Iowa Wyatt Construct General Contractor and Owner of Overhead Roofing Remodel, renovation, roofing, exterior and interior improvements, handyman services, We increase home values, make dream projects a reality, help people get property projects completed, we do not turn down jobs, we do whatever it takes. If it involves your property and you want us to be on your team then it wouldn't hurt to say hello. Free Estimates Wyatt Construct & Overhead Roofing 641-990-4118 wyattshaden@wyattconstructllc.com OverheadRoofing@wyattconstructllc.com Operations in the state of Iowa. We can travel. Give us a call today. If we can't do it, we have skilled pros that will at no extra cost to you.

Wyatt Construct Iowa Wyatt Construct General Contractor and Owner of Overhead Roofing Remodel, renovation, roofing, exterior and interior improvements, handyman services, We increase home values, make dream projects a reality, help people get property projects completed, we do not turn down jobs, we do whatever it takes. If it involves your property and you want us to be on your team then it wouldn't hurt to say hello. Free Estimates Wyatt Construct & Overhead Roofing 641-990-4118 wyattshaden@wyattconstructllc.com OverheadRoofing@wyattconstructllc.com Operations in the state of Iowa. We can travel. Give us a call today. If we can't do it, we have skilled pros that will at no extra cost to you.

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Blown in insulation install or upgrades FAQs

Blown-in insulation offers several advantages over traditional insulation methods. This insulation option is fire-resistant, long-lasting, and more energy-efficient, providing superior thermal regulation for your home. Blown-in insulation fills gaps in walls and hard-to-reach spaces effectively, reduces noise transmission, enhances indoor comfort, and can increase your home's overall resale value.

Installing blown-in insulation in a 1,500-square-foot house costs between $2,625 and $11,250. Your total cost will depend on the type of insulation material you choose, labor rates in your area, and any additional work required, such as mold remediation or electrical adjustments. Hiring an insulation professional ensures proper installation, and labor costs typically range from $40 to $70 per hour. Getting detailed quotes can help you budget accurately for your project.

The cost of spray foam insulation ranges from $0.45 to $1.50 per board foot, while blown-in cellulose insulation costs between $0.60 and $2.30 per square foot. Spray foam insulation is less expensive per unit and offers excellent air sealing properties with higher R-values. Blown-in cellulose, made from recycled materials, is slightly more expensive but provides superior soundproofing and is environmentally friendly. Choosing between the two depends on your specific insulation needs, budget, and preference for eco-friendly materials.

Blown-in insulation is generally cheaper to install than batts. Batt and roll insulation can cost up to $2,500 on average, whereas blown-in insulation often results in cost savings due to lower material and labor expenses. Additionally, blown-in insulation fills gaps and irregular spaces more effectively, improving energy efficiency. Opting for blown-in insulation can save you money while providing better coverage and performance compared to traditional batts.

The best R-value for blown-in insulation depends on the area of your home you're insulating and your specific climate zone. Generally, attics in the U.S. should have an R-value between 30 and 60, with colder regions requiring higher values for optimal energy efficiency. Walls typically need R-values between 13 and 21. Consulting with a professional can help determine the ideal R-value for your insulation project based on local building codes and energy requirements.

Your decision to remove old insulation before installing blown-in insulation depends on the condition of the existing material. If the old insulation is damaged, moldy, or infested with pests, you should remove it to prevent health hazards and ensure effectiveness. If the existing insulation is in good condition, you can often install blown-in insulation over it to increase R-value and improve efficiency. Consulting with a professional insulation installer can help determine the best course of action for your specific situation.

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