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
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte 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!
"Job well done, work was done quickly and to standard Jon the project manager and the team were efficient and everything looks great! 5 stars well deserved"
David M on January 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte 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!
"Job well done, work was done quickly and to standard Jon the project manager and the team were efficient and everything looks great! 5 stars well deserved"
David M on January 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great service, the Workman cleaned the floor and the yard after they had finished installation. I plan to use them again for other needed services. Thank you! I can't forget Kaley, the star(â ¨) of the show."
JENNINGS A on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great service, the Workman cleaned the floor and the yard after they had finished installation. I plan to use them again for other needed services. Thank you! I can't forget Kaley, the star(â ¨) of the show."
JENNINGS A on November 2024
At Wize Home Direct, we know that investing in your home is no small decision. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to deliver you high-quality products and exceptional service, and to do so at a reasonable price. We’re a local roof company that’s dedicated to achieving complete customer satisfaction, and to us that means doing things right from the start. We’ll take the time to understand the vision you have for your home, then we’ll get to work on making it a reality. We know that your home should be a comfortable space that you can share with the ones you love, and we’ll do everything in our power to make sure that it is. Countless homeowners in the greater Hickory, North Carolina, area have turned to us for their home improvement needs, and we’d be happy to show you why we’re the team to trust for your next project. Check out all of our 5 star reviews on Homeadvisor ! https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.WizeHomeDirect.48341874.html
"Wise Home Direct did a major interior makeover on my house last fall and not only did they do a fantastic job but I really enjoyed working with them and appreciate their professionalism. Today I had an urgent need for some follow-up repair work and I'm completely impressed with their willingness and ability to rally for me late in the day on a Friday afternoon to mobilize and handle my issues same day. It's been about 9 months since they finished their project and I am completely impressed with this kind of after-project support and look forward to the next project I will do with them."
Chad B on August 2023
At Wize Home Direct, we know that investing in your home is no small decision. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to deliver you high-quality products and exceptional service, and to do so at a reasonable price. We’re a local roof company that’s dedicated to achieving complete customer satisfaction, and to us that means doing things right from the start. We’ll take the time to understand the vision you have for your home, then we’ll get to work on making it a reality. We know that your home should be a comfortable space that you can share with the ones you love, and we’ll do everything in our power to make sure that it is. Countless homeowners in the greater Hickory, North Carolina, area have turned to us for their home improvement needs, and we’d be happy to show you why we’re the team to trust for your next project. Check out all of our 5 star reviews on Homeadvisor ! https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.WizeHomeDirect.48341874.html
"Wise Home Direct did a major interior makeover on my house last fall and not only did they do a fantastic job but I really enjoyed working with them and appreciate their professionalism. Today I had an urgent need for some follow-up repair work and I'm completely impressed with their willingness and ability to rally for me late in the day on a Friday afternoon to mobilize and handle my issues same day. It's been about 9 months since they finished their project and I am completely impressed with this kind of after-project support and look forward to the next project I will do with them."
Chad B on August 2023
Family owned & operated. Lawn Care, Landscaping, Pressure Washing, Junk Removal & More!
"Harley and his crew are very friendly and always polite- He listens to our request. He works us in if we request him to come earlier then our weekly scheduled mowing. Also, the crew will do other projects beside mowing. I recommend HarleySheeler and crew!"
Kay M on June 2024
Family owned & operated. Lawn Care, Landscaping, Pressure Washing, Junk Removal & More!
"Harley and his crew are very friendly and always polite- He listens to our request. He works us in if we request him to come earlier then our weekly scheduled mowing. Also, the crew will do other projects beside mowing. I recommend HarleySheeler and crew!"
Kay M on June 2024
We offer financing through 5 different lenders, and we offer a lease to purchase offer. 10% discount for military and seniors.
We offer financing through 5 different lenders, and we offer a lease to purchase offer. 10% discount for military and seniors.
We have 4 full time employees and a licensed General Contractor on staff with a full crew of subs
We have 4 full time employees and a licensed General Contractor on staff with a full crew of subs
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Small business owner who charges cheap and does the job well call me at five one two eight nine three zero five eight two
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.