Insulation is a great way to help maximize your home’s energy efficiency and stay comfortable throughout the winter (and throughout the entire year). But there are many insulation contractors here in the Houston area, so how can you be sure you find one that is reliable and experienced?

If you haven’t already, you should go online and search for companies in your area. Be sure to check industry websites and review sites like Yelp. Then, go a step further and actually call these companies. When talking to one of their insulation professionals, don’t forget to:

• Ask for references and contact at least three of them.
• Check professional websites—be sure to look the company up on the Better Business Bureau.
• Verify the company’s license and insurance.
• Ask about receipts or contracts before the insulation is installed (this is required by law).
• Check the bag label for the brand of insulation they will install (ask them to show you a sample—be careful about hiring a company that uses insulation in bags that aren’t labeled).
• Verify the company’s physical address and phone number. When you search for a legitimate company online, their location is displayed. No physical address and wrong telephone numbers should raise big red flags.

How to Detect Fraudulent Contractors

If you take the right steps, it can actually be fairly easy to detect fraudulent or just bad insulation contractors. Be extremely wary of companies that:

• Ask for money up front.
• Don’t have references or tell you that you can’t contact them because of confidentiality.
• Don’t allow you to verify their license or insurance information.
• Give you information that is outdated or no longer valid.
• Give you vague answers, don’t seem to listen to you, or try to pressure you into signing a contract.

Insulation Contractors in Houston, TX

If you live in Houston, TX or a surrounding area, IBP Houston can help enhance the comfort and efficiency of your home. Part of the Installed Building Products family, we always work to ensure we offer the most effective insulation solutions.

Contact us to learn more about our services, or to receive a free estimate for your insulation project!