Insulation Contractors

Find qualified insulation contractors To find experienced, licensed, and certified insulation contractors in your area, ask friends or neighbors who have recently had renovations done, talk to builders in your area, or seek professionals through various directories of insulation companies.

I recommend:  ServiceMagic provides referral services that allow you to locate qualified contractors in your area and request bids. The National Insulation Contractors’ Exchange has a listing of insulation contractors in each state.

Get at least three written bids from insulation pros A good bid should include a detailed materials list with specifications, labor costs, specific time frame of your project, and a payment schedule.

I recommend:  BidClerk and BestContractors.com provide free online insulation estimates.

Verify that insulation contractors are licensed, insured, and bonded Confirm that your contractor has both General Liability Insurance to cover any damage that might occur to your property, Workers Compensation Insurance to cover the insulation contractor or any employee of the company who might be injured while working on your property, and Bonding to protect you if the contractor goes out of business or is unable to complete your project. Ask to see your contractor's state or local contractor's license, Certificate of Insurance, and Certificate of Bonding.

I recommend:  The Contractor’s License Reference Site connects you to your state's contractor license board. DoItYourself offers a similar service, allowing you to search for contractor license and registration information by region of the country.

Contracts from insulation contractors should include an explicit payment schedule You want to start the project with a well-drafted contract; this can head off trouble later. It is also important to settle on a schedule of payment. Beware of insulation contractors who ask for full payment before the job is completed.

I recommend:  The sample contract form from 411HomeRepair.com shows the elements that should be included in your contract. The New York City Department of Consumer Affairs also has an excellent contract form that may be modified to suit your project.