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Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas. (802) 307-1480
Burlington winters are long and cold. We help homeowners across the Burlington area stop heat from escaping and start keeping more of what they pay to produce.
Burlington Insulation Company is a licensed insulation contractor serving Burlington, VT and 11 surrounding communities. We solve the problems Vermont homeowners know too well - climbing heating bills, rooms that never warm up, ice dams on the roof, and crawl spaces that feel damp year-round. We offer 16 insulation and air sealing services, so whether you need a quick attic top-off or a complete home upgrade, we can handle it without sending you to a second company.
High heating bills and cold drafts? Spray foam seals air leaks and insulates in one step, keeping Vermont winters outside where they belong.
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Ice dams forming on your roof every year? Proper attic insulation cuts off the heat loss that causes them and lowers your heating bill in the process.
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Old attic with thin, settled material? Blown-in insulation fills gaps and odd shapes without tearing out walls, and it can be done in a single day.
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Rooms that never reach the temperature on the thermostat? A full home insulation assessment finds where heat is escaping and fixes it for good.
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Damaged, moldy, or pest-contaminated insulation needs to come out before new material goes in - we handle the removal cleanly and safely.
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Cold floors above a damp crawl space? Insulating that space warms your floors and protects your framing from moisture damage year-round.
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Exterior walls that feel cold to the touch in January are losing heat every day. Wall insulation keeps warmth in without major interior disruption.
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Drafts near outlets, baseboards, or the attic hatch are costing you money. Air sealing stops those leaks before they drive up your next heating bill.
Learn MoreTell us a bit about your home - the age, which areas concern you, and whether you have noticed any specific problems like high bills or drafts. We will ask a few questions to make sure the in-home visit is useful for you. Most homeowners get a call back the same day and have an estimate scheduled within a week.
A contractor visits your home and checks what is actually in your attic, crawl space, or walls. We look for moisture, air leaks, and gaps that are costing you money. At the end of this visit, you get a written estimate that explains what we found, what we recommend, and the exact cost - no vague ranges.
We seal air gaps first, then install insulation to the correct depth. Before we leave, we walk you through what was done and leave documentation showing the coverage and R-value achieved. Most homeowners notice a difference within the first cold snap after installation.
We hold a valid contractor license through the Vermont Department of Labor. Ask for our license number before signing anything - we will give it to you without hesitation.
Every estimate includes a full in-home walkthrough. You get a written quote with the scope, materials, and exact cost before you commit to anything.
We work exclusively in Vermont and know exactly what Burlington homes need. We have completed insulation projects across all 12 communities we serve.
When we leave, you have paperwork showing the depth installed and the R-value achieved. You keep that record for rebate applications and future home sales.
Ready to talk through your project? Call (802) 307-1480 or send us a message.
We had ice dams on our roof every single winter. After the attic insulation work, we went through a full Vermont winter with no ice buildup at all. The heating bill dropped noticeably too, which was the other thing we were hoping for.
Michael R., South Burlington, VT - Attic insulation
The crawl space under our 1940s house was a mess - cold floors, damp smell, the whole thing. They came in, assessed it, and had the spray foam and vapor barrier installed in two days. The floors above are noticeably warmer now.
Sarah K., Winooski, VT - Crawl space insulation
I appreciated that they explained what they found in the attic before quoting anything. The estimate was clear - specific materials, exact depth, no vague line items. Work was done on time and they cleaned up completely before leaving.
Tom B., Shelburne, VT - Blown-in insulation
We respond within 1 business day - usually same day. There is no obligation to move forward after the estimate. Once you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site visit where we assess your home and give you a written quote.
(802) 307-1480Burlington Insulation Company serves Burlington, VT and the surrounding region. Our service area covers 12 communities including South Burlington, Winooski, Shelburne, and Williston. We typically schedule estimates within one to two weeks and complete most jobs within the same week as the appointment.
Heat rises and escapes fastest through an under-insulated attic. If your bill climbs each year without a clear reason, heat is leaving through the ceiling. Adding attic insulation to Vermont's recommended depth is often the single highest-impact fix.
Ice dams form when heat leaking through your attic melts roof snow, which then refreezes at the cold eaves. Burlington gets heavy snowfall, and older homes with thin attic insulation are especially prone to them. Proper insulation and air sealing are the long-term fix. Learn more at the U.S. Department of Energy.
Most likely, yes. Homes built before modern energy codes were adopted often have attics with only a few inches of original material that has settled over decades. Vermont's recommended R-value for attics is among the highest in the country.
Both matter, but unsealed crawl spaces and rim joists are some of the biggest sources of cold air infiltration in older Burlington homes. Spray foam on the rim joist can make a noticeable difference in floor temperature above.
Insulation slows heat flow but does not stop drafts. Air sealing plugs the gaps where heated air actually escapes. The two work together - doing one without the other leaves a significant portion of the potential savings on the table.
Yes. Efficiency Vermont - the nation's first statewide energy efficiency utility - offers rebates for qualifying insulation upgrades. Federal tax credits may apply on top of that. Check your eligibility at efficiencyvermont.com before you start getting quotes.
Burlington Insulation Company is a licensed and insured insulation contractor based in Burlington, VT, serving 12 communities across the greater Burlington area since 2023.
We hold a valid contractor license through the Vermont Department of Labor, carry full liability insurance, and maintain workers compensation coverage on every job.
Since 2023, we have completed insulation projects across all 16 service types we offer - from spray foam and attic upgrades to crawl space vapor barriers and retrofit insulation in older homes.
Old insulation that is dry, undamaged, and pest-free can usually be left in place and built on top of. If it is wet, compressed, moldy, or shows signs of pest activity, it needs to come out first. Installing new insulation over contaminated material traps the problem.
It depends on where it is going. Spray foam is better for tight spaces like rim joists, crawl space walls, and areas where moisture resistance matters. Blown-in is typically more cost-effective for open attic floors. Many homes benefit from both, used in different areas.
The U.S. Department of Energy recommends R-49 to R-60 for Vermont attics - roughly 14 to 18 inches of blown-in material. If you can see the wooden joists poking above your insulation, you almost certainly need more. For detailed guidance, visit the U.S. Department of Energy insulation guide.
Not sure where your home stands? Call (802) 307-1480 and we will tell you what we think in plain terms - no sales pitch.
Burlington is the largest city in Vermont, situated on a hillside along the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, with the Adirondacks visible across the water. The city is home to about 45,000 residents, the University of Vermont, and Church Street Marketplace in the heart of downtown. Burlington averages around 80 inches of snow per year, and the freeze-thaw cycles that come with Vermont winters put real pressure on homes throughout the city.
A large share of Burlington homes were built before 1980 - many in the Hill Section near UVM, the Old North End, and the South End date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. Homes from that era were built before modern insulation standards existed. Wood-frame construction with minimal wall insulation and attics that have never been upgraded are common throughout Burlington neighborhoods. The result is homes that work hard to stay warm and homeowners who pay more than they should for heating each winter.
Burlington Insulation Company works on homes all across the city - from the large Victorians up on the Hill to the bungalows and postwar ranches in the South End. If your home is in Burlington and your heating bills feel higher than they should be, we can come out, look at what is actually happening, and give you a straight answer about what needs to be done. The City of Burlington also provides information on local building permits and inspections for homeowners planning renovation work.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
Burlington Insulation Company
A free on-site estimate takes under an hour and tells you exactly where your home is losing heat and what it will cost to fix.
