VANCE INSULATION INC

Insulation, Lead Testing & Removal, Drain Pipe Installation,

About us

Vance Insulation is a local family owned and operated business in central Virginia that has been around since 1960. Our installers have over 30 years of experience on average and are trained and certified in Building Science Principals through the Building Performance Institute Inc. We offer common sense solutions for making your home more energy efficient. We are also certified in Environmental Mold Remediation, and are certified in Crawl Space Moisture Control/Management. We provide many insulation upgrades to residential homes including fiberglass, cellulose, and Closed Cell Foam. Jeff and Robbie Vance, with over 25 years of experience, will help you find the best solutions for your home at an affordable price.

Business highlights

64 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

*Insulation *Crawlspace Mold Remediation *Crawlspace Encapsulation *Moisture Control *Interior French Drains *Humidity Control *Closed Cell Foam *Vapor Barrier Installation

Services we don't offer

Mold Testing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.974 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
1%
3
1%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

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Showing 1-25 of 74 reviews

Kris G.
06/2021
5.0
Great people from top to bottom. And great pricing.
Description of Work: Drain Tile/Crawlspace drainage, Sump Pump install, Crawlspace door well and cover, Mold Remediation, New insulation and vapor barrier installed in crawlspace.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Cynthia S.
06/2021
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
I haven't crawled under and looked, but assume everything is fine.
Description of Work: Crawlspace mold remediation, insultion and vapor barrier installation
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

William H.
05/2020
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The crew from Vance did a fantastic job. Showed up on-time, got right to work, and applied 1" of closed cell foam to all the walls and ceiling of my barn workshop. These guys are fast and really know their stuff! Great attention to detail, and made sure they hit every crevice to seal the building in preparation for converting it to a conditioned office space. Price was also very competitive. I'll definitely be contacting them again when it's time to redo my crawlspace on the main house.
Description of Work: Insulating a workshop and loft with spray foam

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Lori L.
08/2019
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
We got 3 quotes for insulating the attic. The salesman from Vance was patient, thorough and gave us a couple of options. He was knowledgeable and you could tell he likes the company. We chose Vance not only for their pricing, but also because we liked their salesman. He wasn't too pushy or trying to sell us more than we needed (which one of the other companies really overshot). My husband and I both work in the construction world so we know a thing or two about what we wanted and needed. The installation team showed up on time, were not intrusive and were very nice. It's been a few weeks now and you can definitely tell the difference in our house.
Description of Work: Attic Insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Response from VANCE INSULATION INC
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us- and we agree, Harold is truly a gem to have on our team! We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Michelle M.
07/2019
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Awesome! The gentleman who came out to give me an estimate was very nice and respectful. Very easy going and explained things well. The men who care were nice and polite as well. They did an excellent job. I love the attic stair cover- it has really helped my AC keep up with the higher temps outside. I have since had some other work done on my house and they had to go into the attic and they were very complementary of the work done. Also has my pest control people give compliments on the work done on crawl space as well. I would definitely recommend this company to everyone.
Description of Work: Insulation installed in attic and crawl space, and attic stair insulation cover installed

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,156

Response from VANCE INSULATION INC
Thank you for posting your response and review of our work. We appreciate your trust in the care and upkeep of your home to Vance Insulation for this work. 7/10/19 WJG of Vance Insulation Inc

Deianna W.
10/2018
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Very well. Service provided in a timely manner.
Description of Work: Rec room insulation and crawl space cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

APRIL R.
07/2018
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
It went great! Vance is very professional and friendly and his guys did a fantastic job! My house is so much cooler especially my kitchen which used to be the hottest room in our home.
Description of Work: We needed insulation work in 2 seperate areas of our tri-level.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$580

Nadine O.
01/2018
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
We have a finished loft with an attic area on each side. About 1/5 of our attic had no insulation at all, and the rest was not up to grade. The walls that created the loft had fiberglass insulation on the attic side but no back walls to finish them off; and some framing with narrow openings made it very difficult to access one area of the attic. An outside wall had left-over insulation stuffed randomly over it, some of it just hanging half up/half down. The crawl space had insulation that was in good shape, but the floor liner was thin and gaping. I was concerned about possible mold and had learned a little about liners that go up the sides of the crawl space. Other contractors had given me estimates and explained what they thought needed to be done, although each one was different. Some felt there was some mold in the crawl space and that the insulation would have to be removed, the beams sprayed and insulation replaced. They also recommended I get the liners that went up the sides and said I would possibly need a dehumidifier in the crawl space. Robbie Vance made the most sense, explaining why some things actually needed to be done and others didn't. He was very knowledgable, and seemed sincere in choosing the best options for me even if some would mean less money for him. They reworked the frame work in the attic and laid a narrow walkway to make the back of the attic more accessible (this was all at my request). They removed the insulation that was falling off the outside wall explaining that it really wasn't needed since air was coming in through the eaves and gables anyway and the goal was to insulate the living areas. He said insulating the wall was like putting on a coat and then leaving it unzipped. They used those insulation pieces to fill in some of the attic floor, gaps along the walls and to create a better support to insulation over a sky light. They installed styrofoam board to the all the walls that framed the loft area. Robbie explained that the R-value of wall insulation is contingent on there being a wall and the air pocket created within the walls and the insulation. The fact that there was insulation without a wall meant the R-value of that insulation was misrepresented. Also, wall insulation with a paper backing that's not covered is a fire hazard. Then they blew in insulation to the entire attack to upgrade everything to R-38. In the crawl space, Robbie was astonished at the suggestion someone else had made that the insulation should be removed, the beams treated and then the insulation put back in. If the theory was that there was mold, you would have to assume that there was some mold on the insulation and why would you put the damaged insulation back in. At any rate, Robbie felt there was minimal if any mold and the insulation only needed to be shored up. There was no evidence of water issues, so he felt a new, thicker liner was enough; I didn't need the system that went up the sides. He recommended I get an inexpensive humidity monitor and check the crawl space in the summer. I had noticed other air leaks in the house, including around a door and windows in the garage, where wiring entered the house into a cupboard and from the stoves air vent. The technicians looked at everything and sealed anything they were capable of. The stove vent, evidently, needs someone who works with metal to install a new flap. The technicians were very polite, worked diligently and effectively despite the terrible cold temperatures. They cleaned everything up afterward. I never thought an attic could look so good.
Description of Work: Upgrade insulation in the attic, secure insulation in the crawl space and lay a new liner in the crawl space.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,518

Rodger G.
01/2018
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Super! Jeff Vance arrived as scheduled went under my crawl space, worked out an estimate, which was reasonable, and I hired him. He called a few days later to set up a time. The installers arrived as scheduled and went right to work. A few hours later they were finished. They even took pictures for me using my cell phone before and after so I could apply for a rebate from the gas Co. The installers were very professional, helpful with information and the pictures. Our floor is not as cold as before. I would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: Insulated my floor

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Paula W.
08/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Both jobs were done in a professional, timely manner. Vance Insulation provides a quality service with great customer service at a reasonable cost!
Description of Work: Insulation was added to the attic and a section of the existing attic floor was enlarged to provide a walkway. The crawl space under the house was encapsulated which included existing wood treated for mold, new insulation installed, and a humidifier was installed to control moisture problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Steve S.
04/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
They did a fine job at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: Remove old crawlspace insulation and vapor barrier. Install new insulation and vapor barrier.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jarom D.
04/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Vance insulation did a great job, they were professional and I would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: I insulated the crawl space and two attics.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

William M.
01/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The people were pros and very nice to deal with. The work was top knotch.
Description of Work: Our job required removing and installing crawlspace insulation, as well as re-securing some that had fallen down.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Karen W.
12/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Robbie Vance came back, assessed the problem, and suggested installing a drain to catch any overflow rain that couldn't soak into the ground under the plastic fast enough. The drain includes a pipe that extends a good distance out from the back of the foundation. His crew did the digging and drilling neatly, redid the plastic they had to cut away, and even covered the end of the drain pipe with mesh after I asked about the possibility of rodents crawling into it. I'm very pleased with the work, and I think it may be the ultimate solution to a years-long problem I've had with water flow in the crawlspace. Robbie and his fine crew stayed on the case until the work was done right. They are now my go-to guys for any work they can do.
Description of Work: Vance sealed and encapsulated my crawlspace and installed a dehumidifier, but after heavy rains I discovered water collecting in the lowest back corner of the space on top of the encapsulating plastic liner (where it had soaked into the ground before). It had no way to escape now except for me to bail it out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$306

Maya V.
09/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Pretty quick work. Vance provided a free estimate, and that estimate was exactly what was charged. two workmen used both batt insulation and blown insulation to add insulation to my attic. the process was done in just under 3 hours. They allowed me to inspect the work, and worked quickly. The house (stairs, carpet, etc) were pretty messy afterwards with the blown insulation (even though they did put down some carpeting at the entrance), so i had to sweep/clean behind them after they left.
Description of Work: Reinsulate attic (approx 1,000 sqft). The house stays pretty cold in the wintertime, and not very cool in the summer. I'm hoping this will help.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$720

Bill L.
08/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Robbie came out and gave an estimate and explained different options I had with the eaves in my house. He gave me an estimate for the insulation for the attic to bring it up to R-38 and how much more it would be for R-49. He gave another estimate to put 1.5" TMAXX applied to slopes and 3/4" styrofoam boards applied to the knewalls. We decided to just do the attic to R-49 at this time. The gentlemen came and did the work and were very professional. I felt very comfortable asking questions and the answers I was given. They were able to schedule my job within three days of accepting the proposal. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: had insulation added to the attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$667

Christopher B.
06/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
High quality service and professionalism. Very responsive to all inquiries; very patient in answering numerous questions to ensure we got the product that was going to provide the sound proofing we were seeking. All of the staff were so pleasant and a pleasure to deal with. Installers were on time, worked diligently and cleaned up once they were done! Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Sound proofing insulation service for basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Mark M.
05/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The work was scheduled and executed promptly. The crew was polite. My only concern was that the initial assessment said I'd need baffles for the eaves and then the crew on site didn't seem prepared for that and said they weren't necessary, so I'm not sure who was right or if there was some reason for the change.
Description of Work: Added blown cellulose insulation to attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Eric R.
04/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Vance was great to work with and their crew was very professional and efficient. I would recommend their services to anyone. On top of being reasonably priced, they were honest and very respectful of my home. Our house is now better insulated and we can already feel the difference!
Description of Work: Installed foam insulation in eaves and blown insulation in attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Frances T.
03/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Mr. Vance was so pleasant and professional. Within 48 hours of contacting him via their website, he assessed my attic and explained that the attic was not the cause of my ceiling tape and seams coming undone. I appreciate his time and honesty. I highly recommend him!
Description of Work: Provided an estimate/advice

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Claudia G.
01/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Due to time constraints they worked this job into their schedule to accommodate us and sent 2 crews to get it done faster. They were extremely professional, helpful, clean and on time. They were not the cheapest but we have learned that you get what you pay for, so I would highly recommend the company.
Description of Work: Whole house insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,957

Barbara S.
01/2016
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Everything was as promised. Good job! Had a plumber and electrician doing work following new insulation installation and both said the insulation job was exceptional. Robbie Vance would make his Dad proud (2nd generation contractor).
Description of Work: Replaced crawl space insulation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Timothy H.
12/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Don't hesitate to use these folks. First class work and communication from beginning to end. Pricing was VERY reasonable and my house is a whole lot nicer because I listened to their recommendations.
Description of Work: Crawlspace insulation, moisture barrier, attic insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,700

Joe Y.
12/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Friendly, professional, clean job. Cheaper than others and more knowledgeable about what was needed than others. Other companies seemed like they were adding costs that were unnecessary. Offered suggestions afterwards for water heater as an easy diy option instead of pushing to have them do the project for more money.
Description of Work: Air sealing and adding insulation to attic.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CYNTHIA C.
09/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
I had several contractors come to the house to give me an estimate. They wanted to replace ALL of my crawlspace insulation with estimates above $2200.00 and quite frankly they seemed a little sketchy. They wanted a 50% deposit immediately and I felt a little uncomfortable handing over $1000 plus dollars to someone that I couldn't even research on the web. I contacted Vance Insulation because they had been in business for over 50 years as a family owned and operated company. Robbie Vance came out to the house within 2 days and was promptly here when he said he would be. He did a thorough inspection of my crawlspace and said that I needed some repairs, but not all of the insulation was bad. He wanted to reattach some of the old insulation and replace the insulation that was actually bad. I also wanted to replace my contractor grade vapor barrier. His estimate was less than $800 and he used an upgraded 10 mil vapor barrier (it happens to be white in color and really spruced up the appearance of the crawlspace as well). His three man crew showed up when promised and immediately went to work. It was a very hot day and my crawlspace is very low, so this was a very difficult job to say the least. The young men were very respectful and hard workers. They were the type of guys that you could give full access to your house and you would have no worries at all. I would not hesitate to recommend Vance Insulation and I would certainly use them again.
Description of Work: They replaced bad insulation in my crawlspace caused by a leaking dishwasher. They reattached older insulation that had fallen down over the years, but was still in good shape. Also replaced and upgraded my vapor barrier to a 10 mil thickness.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
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Contact information

3922 PUDDLEDOCK RD, Prince George, VA 23875

http://www.VanceInsulation.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

No License Required for Trade
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Service Categories

Insulation,
Lead Testing & Removal,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Water & Smoke Damage,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

VANCE INSULATION INC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

VANCE INSULATION INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
Yes, VANCE INSULATION INC offers free project estimates.
No, VANCE INSULATION INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, VANCE INSULATION INC does not offer a senior discount.
No, VANCE INSULATION INC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, VANCE INSULATION INC offers warranties.
VANCE INSULATION INC offers the following services: *Insulation *Crawlspace Mold Remediation *Crawlspace Encapsulation *Moisture Control *Interior French Drains *Humidity Control *Closed Cell Foam *Vapor Barrier Installation
Mold Testing

Contact information

3922 PUDDLEDOCK RD, Prince George, VA 23875

http://www.VanceInsulation.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed