Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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 left supplies in my yard for over a month and a half. They were supposed to fix a light they messed up & pick up the supplies. The project manager kept setting up appointments with me & then didn't show or say anything. Stuff was ruining my grass so we put them on Craigslist."
Lori O on February 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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 left supplies in my yard for over a month and a half. They were supposed to fix a light they messed up & pick up the supplies. The project manager kept setting up appointments with me & then didn't show or say anything. Stuff was ruining my grass so we put them on Craigslist."
Lori O on February 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC 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!
"Everybody ive talked to starting with the sales rep Wu, down to Dylan the project manager, and especially Leo's roofing crew has been absolutely amazing. Even the folks behind the scenes communicated everything effortlessly, and my roof is excellent. Cannot speak highly enough about this experience."
Stephen M on June 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC 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!
"Everybody ive talked to starting with the sales rep Wu, down to Dylan the project manager, and especially Leo's roofing crew has been absolutely amazing. Even the folks behind the scenes communicated everything effortlessly, and my roof is excellent. Cannot speak highly enough about this experience."
Stephen M on June 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"The company as a whole was great to work with - from initial inspection, to scheduling, to the gentlemen that did the install. They were very thorough during the initial check of the roof and actively listened when I brought up concerns that a previous house inspector brought to my attention, and gave advice on multiple ways to address the concerns that would still fit within my budget."
Megan W on May 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"The company as a whole was great to work with - from initial inspection, to scheduling, to the gentlemen that did the install. They were very thorough during the initial check of the roof and actively listened when I brought up concerns that a previous house inspector brought to my attention, and gave advice on multiple ways to address the concerns that would still fit within my budget."
Megan W on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They were very responsive. They completed the task expeditiously."
Tony H on October 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They were very responsive. They completed the task expeditiously."
Tony H on October 2024
Our number is (703) 721-8886. Ridge Remodeling & Design, LLC, is committed exceptional service in all aspects of our business. We uphold a high standard of integrity, bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. With 15 years experience in the home improvement and remodeling industry, our distinction is the elite service and standard of excellence we bring to our customers. Our customers satisfaction is the key component of our success.
"Ridge was professional, communicative, and efficient from day one. Matthew not only addressed our insulation issues for our crawl space under our addition, he was also able to replace the rotting wood wrapped around the bottom of it with a proper cement board and mortar one, a job we were expecting to have to contract separately for. John and his team got everything done in one day and left the job site immaculate. HIGHLY recommend. "
Louisa W on June 2025
Our number is (703) 721-8886. Ridge Remodeling & Design, LLC, is committed exceptional service in all aspects of our business. We uphold a high standard of integrity, bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. With 15 years experience in the home improvement and remodeling industry, our distinction is the elite service and standard of excellence we bring to our customers. Our customers satisfaction is the key component of our success.
"Ridge was professional, communicative, and efficient from day one. Matthew not only addressed our insulation issues for our crawl space under our addition, he was also able to replace the rotting wood wrapped around the bottom of it with a proper cement board and mortar one, a job we were expecting to have to contract separately for. John and his team got everything done in one day and left the job site immaculate. HIGHLY recommend. "
Louisa W on June 2025
USA Home Performance is a BPI-certified company passionate about transforming your home into a healthier, more comfortable, and energy-efficient space. We specialize in indoor air quality testing, alongside expert insulation services, spray foam applications, crawlspace encapsulations, and energy audits. Our dedicated team prioritizes clean, safe air for your family, addressing pollutants and inefficiencies to create a living environment that promotes well-being while reducing energy costs.
"Installer put hole through ceiling and they wonâ t accept responsibility for it. They said they didnâ t do it. I was sitting in room when it happened. Not trustworthy. ð"
Virginia L on November 2023
USA Home Performance is a BPI-certified company passionate about transforming your home into a healthier, more comfortable, and energy-efficient space. We specialize in indoor air quality testing, alongside expert insulation services, spray foam applications, crawlspace encapsulations, and energy audits. Our dedicated team prioritizes clean, safe air for your family, addressing pollutants and inefficiencies to create a living environment that promotes well-being while reducing energy costs.
"Installer put hole through ceiling and they wonâ t accept responsibility for it. They said they didnâ t do it. I was sitting in room when it happened. Not trustworthy. ð"
Virginia L on November 2023
Koala Insulation of Richmond 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, Veteran owned, fully insured and licensed, and our services come with a limited lifetime warranty.
"project is not completed yet"
Cesar S on February 2025
Koala Insulation of Richmond 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, Veteran owned, fully insured and licensed, and our services come with a limited lifetime warranty.
"project is not completed yet"
Cesar S on February 2025
Founders 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.
"I had a wonderful experience with Founders Insulation. They were extremely easy to work with. It was easy to schedule an appointment, the gentleman who came out was knowledgeable and polite, and I felt that I received good information and they did not try to sell me something I did not need. Their quote was excellent. The work was scheduled and completed quickly. The installation team was courtesy, thorough, and knew their stuff. They were respectful of my home and went above and beyond. I highly recommend this company."
Susan H on April 2025
Founders 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.
"I had a wonderful experience with Founders Insulation. They were extremely easy to work with. It was easy to schedule an appointment, the gentleman who came out was knowledgeable and polite, and I felt that I received good information and they did not try to sell me something I did not need. Their quote was excellent. The work was scheduled and completed quickly. The installation team was courtesy, thorough, and knew their stuff. They were respectful of my home and went above and beyond. I highly recommend this company."
Susan H on April 2025
The Drying Co./ThermalTec is a Home Performance Contractor that was founded in 2002. Over the last 15 years we have serviced over 10,000 homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses from Hampton Roads to Richmond and in between. Our specialties include: Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Attic and Crawl Space Insulation, Radon Testing and Mitigation, Mold Remediation, Air Sealing, Duct Sealing, Spray Foam, Cellulose Insulation, & Whole House Insulation To see what The Drying Co. is doing to protect its employees and customers, go to https://www.thedryingco.com/about-us/press-release/2037-precautions-taken-by-the-drying-co-to-ensure-the-safety-of-our-customers-employees-during-covid-19-concerns.html Ensuring the Safety of our Customers & Employees During COVID-19.
"great customer service"
Elisha M on May 2025
The Drying Co./ThermalTec is a Home Performance Contractor that was founded in 2002. Over the last 15 years we have serviced over 10,000 homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses from Hampton Roads to Richmond and in between. Our specialties include: Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Attic and Crawl Space Insulation, Radon Testing and Mitigation, Mold Remediation, Air Sealing, Duct Sealing, Spray Foam, Cellulose Insulation, & Whole House Insulation To see what The Drying Co. is doing to protect its employees and customers, go to https://www.thedryingco.com/about-us/press-release/2037-precautions-taken-by-the-drying-co-to-ensure-the-safety-of-our-customers-employees-during-covid-19-concerns.html Ensuring the Safety of our Customers & Employees During COVID-19.
"great customer service"
Elisha M on May 2025
Vance Insulation, Inc., began service in 1960. We constantly strive to offer the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential insulation installs, mold remediation for crawl spaces and moisture control services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and satisfied customers. Customer referrals are a large part of the reason for our success and longevity. We look forward to working with you! Contact us for a free estimate. We DO NOT offer estimates by phone.
"Na"
Rebecca B on June 2023
Vance Insulation, Inc., began service in 1960. We constantly strive to offer the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential insulation installs, mold remediation for crawl spaces and moisture control services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and satisfied customers. Customer referrals are a large part of the reason for our success and longevity. We look forward to working with you! Contact us for a free estimate. We DO NOT offer estimates by phone.
"Na"
Rebecca B on June 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.