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Specialty Insulation

Insulation, Energy Efficiency Auditing, Pest Control,

About us

Over the past several years everyone worldwide has seen the cost of energy continue to rise whether you’re using gas, oil or electric for your cooling and heating needs. The best way to help keep the costs down is by putting together a plan and involving professionals to insulate your home or business. Specialty Insulation, located in Spokane, WA was started in 1972 by Norm Thomson. Norm as well as each of his team leaders has 20 to 30 + years of experience with insulation in both residential and commercial applications. Additional contact name - Max Guinn.

Business highlights

53 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Insulation Sales & Service.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

4.519 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
58%
4
16%
3
11%
2
11%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.6
professionalism
4.5
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.3
Showing 1-19 of 19 reviews

Gordon H.
08/2017
4.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Insulation work was very good and the price was good. The vapor barrier was a bit sloppy along the edges and I needed to re-staple some of it, but not too bad. I would use again.
Description of Work: They installed insulation on the walls of my shop, along with a vapor barrier over the insulation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Don F.
07/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The actual job went well. They were on time and took care in doing a professional job. I had some questions that did not get answered as quickly I thought with the salesperson who does not work there any more. Once, I contacted his supervisor, everything was quickly answered to my satisfaction. In addition, I had them blow in some additional insulation.
Description of Work: Insulated my garage

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Jim C.
02/2017
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Excellent work and fast
Description of Work: Whole new house insulation

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Russell B.
12/2016
1.0
insulation
  + -1 more
I can't review their quality or price since they refuse to respond to my request. I can only review on the responsiveness and the professionalism which is lousy. At minimum they should at least acknowledge my request for an estimate after the 5th attempt.....
Description of Work: Pole Building Insulation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Elaine H.
10/2016
4.0
pest control, insulation
  + 0 more
Original crew did not put batted insulation on walls so my husband had to do their job. Second crew ( very conscientious guys) corrected the batted insulation job. Still waiting for someone to come back and blow more insulation in where the second crew had to go thru to fix the first crews job. 11
Description of Work: Put bat insulation on walls in attic and blew in insulation on floor of attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Jeff L.
08/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
After he inspected it, he told us we were in great shape, that we shouldn't spend the money to redo anything at this time, and pointed out the one place we could add some tape ourselves. Thank you for the honesty. If we ever need this work done, we will call Specialty Insulation first.
Description of Work: Tom came out to give us a bid on any insulation and moisture barrier that needed redone under our 19 year old manufactured home. We called because of the age of the home and we've had occasions to have to go through it for dedicated electrical, or changing internet or satellite providers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Chris F.
04/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: These folks installed insulation and were competent, efficient, and knowledgeable.

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

Mark M.
02/2015
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Insulated 4 walls and an attic 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
$500

Ken A.
10/2014
4.0
insulation
  + -1 more
unknown

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
$296

Bruce M.
06/2014
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Added blown insulation to my attic. They were awesome, professional, did the job very well and very quickly, and even vacuumed my house to clean up any stray insulation when they were finished.
Description of Work: Added insulation to my attic.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Michele D.
06/2014
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

stephen S.
08/2013
2.0
insulation
  + -1 more
I called asking about WALLTITE spray foam insulation. The desk clerk transferred me to Norm. I asked him if they carried it? He seemed confused and said yes. I then asked him if it would be applicable to be used on basement foundation walls. His response was that only batt insulation should be used. Really?? (I thought to myself) being a basement I would almost never use batt insulation because of condensation, water leakage and the possibility of mold. When I told him I was not interested in batt insulation he got huffy and said he's been doing this for 40 years. Relax pal...gezz! Just because something has been done for a long period of time doesn't mean it's right or that better technology isn't available. I then asked him again, just to be clear that we were talking about the same product (WALLTITE) if they sold WALLTITE to which he repliedand quot; Wall whatand quot;?? No we don't. The man was rude and not professional at all. Avoid this company at all costs! Really.
Description of Work: I called asking about WALLTITE blown insulation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0


Dia M.
07/2013
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
We are very pleased with the performance and appreciated Specialty's help in obtaining a rebate from the power company.
Description of Work: Swift, accurate estimate, booked & delivered blown in insulation in tight attic 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
$700

Sue A.
06/2013
3.0
insulation
  + -1 more
I went with another company who told me that baffles weren't needed, because they took care to leave 1-1/2and quot; of air space around the vents, pointed out to me that I, indeed, have closer to R20 than R27 in my attic already, and that I could not receive an Avista rebate, because my R factor was not R12 or below, a criteria for the rebate (I verified this online at Avista's website). My chosen company also insulated my attic higher to R49, the current parameter for new construction, then glued an R38 bat to the attic lid, which they think their customers should have but don't know enough to ask for, and all for approx. $150 cheaper!
Description of Work: Max Guinn came out and gave me an estimate on shoring up attic insulation in my 1087 sq. foot attic from R20 (house inspector's assessment, although Max said it was R27) to the house inspector's minimum of R38. I have vent soffits in the attic and didn't want any further holes from baffles in my house, but he wouldn't budge on that. Then he also said I would have approx. a $270 rebate from Avista coming.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$700

Gregory B.
07/2012
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
They did an excellent job; they came on time and completed the job on time as well. They did a lot of paper work for my refund from the electric utility company and after a week I got my refund of $350 which was half of what I paid them. I am very happy about it and I have no complains at all. I will highly recommend them for their exceptional service.
Description of Work: Specialty Insulation insulated the walls of my house and 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
$750

Lynn L.
03/2012
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
They came out and gave me an absolutely reasonable and free estimate. They were financially easy to work with. They even prepared the rebate for me. The final total was exactly what they estimated. They were clean, neat and efficient. They get high marks from me.
Description of Work: They insulated my attic.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Laurie V.
01/2012
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Max listened to exactly what I wanted and was quick to email me a bid per my request. To be honest, insulation was not something we had budgeted into our remodel, but a neighbor mentioned it and we realized it would be valuable in the long run. We decided to go with Specialty because they had the lowest bid, but their service was outstanding! It was a little hard to communicate as this is a busy season for insulation, but we got an appointment relatively quickly. They were a little late on arrival, but they worked quickly and efficiently and were done at the right time, so it was really no problem. They did a decent job cleaning up after themselves. We're not currently living in the home, as we are doing a major remodel, so the dust wasn't an issue for us, but you may want to consider covering everything in plastic or hiring a cleaner if you ever have this done in your home, as it definitely leaves a layer of dust on everything. I would definitely use and recommend Specialty in the future!
Description of Work: Specialty Insulation's Max Guinn came and gave me a bid. He also told me what my expected rebate from Avista would be. Unfortunately I have oil heat, so no rebate, but still a great price! The work done in my home was all of the exterior walls on my main floor, but from the interior of the home. I was skeptical about the process, because they had to drill about 100 holes and blow the R-13 insulation through the INTERIOR Lath and Plaster walls, as I have several layers of siding on the outside of my house. They did a great job and were done after 4 hours. They plugged the holes with wood plugs and my drywall guy had no problem patching the holes for a couple hundred dollars. I'm so glad that we decided to get insulation, our house is holding heat much better now!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Diane V.
10/2011
3.0
insulation
  + -1 more
The appointment to install insulation in my attic was made for 8 am. At 8:45am no one had arrived yet so I called the office. At first the office was surprised no one had shown up yet but then they put me on hold a moment and found out the guys had been sent to unload a truck somewhere and would be arriving at my house shortly. By 9:45am they still hadn't arrived. Again I called the office and again they said someone would be there soon. At 10am, 2 hours late, the guys arrived. These 2 guys were very polite and had no idea the appointment had been for 8am. They had been sent by management on another errand before my appointment. They finished the job quickly and efficiently and apologized for the delay even though they had no control over the situation. Unfortunately, Specialty Insulation's management has never bothered to apologize for making me wait 2 hours and for that I probably would not use this business again.
Description of Work: Cellulose insulation was sprayed into the attic. They also checked to see if there was insulation in the exterior walls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0

$700

ron O.
08/2011
2.0
insulation, energy audit
  + 0 more
unsatisfied
Description of Work: asked for insulation bid wasnt sure if older home had walls insulated. Saleman said he could tell by removing electrical out let I had offered to drill an inspection hole. When salesman came to estimate job he said outlet removal wasnt neccesary we would just schedule and installers would remove a piece of siding. This was differant of what was discussed on phone. Installers found home was previosly insulated so I was charged for there labor. They also insulated under house which was agreed upon. That job was done to my satisfaction. I have since purchased 2 more income properties and have found other insulation companies that offer free inspections.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$250

    Contact information

    2626 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

    http://www.specialtyinsul.com

    Service hours

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

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    Yes
    Energy Star Partner
    Yes
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    Yes
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Insulation,
    Energy Efficiency Auditing,
    Pest Control,
    Propane Sales Services,
    Lead Testing & Removal,
    Mold Testing & Remediation,
    Natural Gas Lines,
    Fireplaces,
    Air Duct Cleaning,
    Windows,
    Water Heaters,
    Heating and Air Conditioning

    FAQ

    Specialty Insulation is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 AM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 AM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 AM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 AM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 AM

    Saturday: Closed

    Specialty Insulation accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, Specialty Insulation offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Specialty Insulation offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    Yes, Specialty Insulation offers a 10% senior discount.
    No, Specialty Insulation does not offer emergency services.
    No, Specialty Insulation does not offer warranties.
    Specialty Insulation offers the following services: Insulation Sales & Service.

    Contact information

    2626 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

    http://www.specialtyinsul.com

    Service hours

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