Cellulose Insulation in Sacramento, California
If you need a cellulose insulation installer in the Sacramento area, Gold Star Insulation can help you. We work with homeowners, builders and contractors to install cellulose insulation in homes and commercial buildings, for both retrofit and new construction projects.
Contact us online to request a free estimate on your blown-in insulation project in Sacramento, or give us a call at (916) 229-8445!
Sacramento Cellulose Insulation Installers
Cellulose is made from recycled newsprint and other recycled paper—consisting of up to 80-85% recycled content and requiring less energy to make than other types of insulation, it’s one of the most environmentally friendly insulation materials available.
Loose-fill cellulose insulation is ideal for insulating your attic or walls. It can help:
- Reduce your utility bills and maximize the energy efficiency of your home or building
- Make your home or building more comfortable year-round
- Reduce noises from outside and from inside your home or building between different rooms and levels
- Improve the performance of your air conditioner and furnace
- Protect against air and moisture infiltration (and help eliminate mold growth)
- Contribute to a healthier environment
Retrofit & New Construction Cellulose Projects
The Gold Star Insulation team has experience with both commercial and residential projects and can install cellulose in walls, attics and crawl spaces.
Cellulose Insulation Cost
According to HomeAdvisor, a 19-pound package of blow-in cellulose, which covers approximately 40 square feet of space at the minimally recommended R-value, is approximately $28 to $30. The average cost of installing blown-in insulation (including cellulose) in the Sacramento area, based on more than 40 cost profiles, is $1,352.
This is just an average and dependent on different aspects of a job, and it may not accurately reflect your project.
Cellulose Insulation R-Value
Are you looking for the right R-value for your Sacramento area home? First, you need to understand what an R-value is. The R-value or cellulose or any other insulation is a basic measurement of an insulation material’s heat resistance. The Sacramento insulation installers at Gold Star Insulation can help you determine how much insulation you need, based on:
- What type of HVAC systems you have
- The size of your home
- Where you need to insulate
For more help understanding how R-value impacts your cellulose insulation installation, contact us online! Our insulation contractors will be happy to answer any questions you have about cellulose insulation.
Cellulose vs. Fiberglass Insulation
Often, we are asked the difference between fiberglass and cellulose insulation. Fiberglass insulation and cellulose insulation have some similarities. Both have good soundproofing qualities and can be installed—using blown-in installation—in walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces. But they do have a number of differences:
- Cellulose consists of organic material—mainly newspaper—while fiberglass is made of mostly synthetic material
- The pink insulation you have probably seen in your home or someone else’s is generally fiberglass; cellulose tends to be darker in color
- Cellulose is made up of up to 80-85% recycled material and is considered one of the most environmentally friendly insulation materials available; the recycled content of fiberglass is lower
- The R-values for cellulose and fiberglass are different
Cellulose vs. Spray Foam Insulation
Wondering whether you should install cellulose or spray foam insulation? Here is some information on both types of insulation:
- Spray foam insulation: This is a spray-applied cellular polyurethane foam that’s pumped into your walls and comes in two varieties, closed-cell and open-cell. Spray foam is typically more expensive than other types of insulation.
- Cellulose insulation: Cellulose is a loose-fill insulation made from chopped-up, discarded newsprint. Like spray foam, it’s able to work its way into hard-to-reach areas. Cellulose is also the most environmentally-friendly type of insulation.
Need a Cellulose Insulation Company in Sacramento?
If you’re in the Sacramento area, Gold Star Insulation can help! We have experience with cellulose insulation installation for both new construction and retrofit jobs, and our professionals use quality cellulose insulation from GreenFiber. GreenFiber specializes in manufacturing environmentally friendly insulation, which can help reduce environmental damage and dependence on fossil fuels. Cellulose insulation from GreenFiber can be installed in attics and walls for both retrofit and new construction applications.
Being a part of the Installed Building Products Family of Companies and also BPI certified, Gold Star Insulation offers knowledge, experience and resources that few Sacramento insulation companies can match.
Get in touch with us online to learn more about our insulation services. If you’re ready to start your project—call us at (916) 229-8445!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is cellulose insulation?
Cellulose insulation is a fiber insulation material made from recycled paper. Among other insulations, cellulose has a much higher concentration of recycled materials and can contain up to 80-85% recycled newspaper.
Is cellulose insulation dangerous?
Cellulose insulation has been deemed as safe. It is made of paper, but the chemical treatment provides it with permanent fire resistance. Independent testing confirms it’s safe and approved by all building codes.
How long does cellulose insulation last?
Cellulose insulation lasts around 20-30 years under ideal conditions.
What are the disadvantages of using cellulose for insulation?
Cellulose has to be kept dry. This type of insulation can absorb up to 130% of its weight in water. It also dries very slowly after absorbing water and deteriorates and settles after wetting.
Where should cellulose insulation be used?
Cellulose insulation is ideal for insulating your attic or walls.
