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Home Insulation - Greater Portland, Maine

Stop Losing Heat
Through Your Walls & Attic

We always air seal before we insulate. It's the right way to do it. Then we fill every cavity (attic, walls, basement, and rim joists) using blown-in techniques that leave no gaps, no cold spots, and no excuses. Proper insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce heating bills in Maine.

  • Air sealing first, then insulation, for maximum performance
  • Dense-pack and loose-fill cellulose: attic, wall, basement
  • Blower door testing to verify performance
  • Insulation rebates up to $8,000 - we handle all the paperwork
Up to $8,000
in Efficiency Maine rebates available for insulation

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The Case for Better Insulation

40%
Of Home Heat Lost Through Attic
$8,000
Max Efficiency Maine Rebate
2,500+
Maine Homes Insulated
R-50
Target Attic R-Value for Maine Retrofits
20-30%
Typical Heating Bill Reduction
1-2 days
Typical Installation Time

Insulation Types We Install

Most Common

Blown In Insulation (Cellulose)

Blown in cellulose insulation is our primary material for Maine homes. Unlike fiberglass batts that leave gaps around wiring, pipes, and framing, blown in insulation fills every cavity completely. Cellulose is made from 85% recycled newspaper, treated for Class 1 fire resistance and pest deterrence, and delivers superior thermal performance in cold climates. It settles into irregular joist bays and around obstructions, eliminating the cold spots that batts leave behind. With a 30+ year lifespan and zero off-gassing, it is the right choice for Maine attics and existing walls.

Foundations

Rigid Foam Board

Rigid foam board provides excellent thermal resistance and moisture protection for basement walls and foundations. It creates a continuous insulation layer that won't absorb water, making it ideal for below-grade applications.

Air Sealing + Insulation

Spray Foam (Rim Joists)

Two-component spray foam is the gold standard for rim joist insulation and air sealing. It provides both insulation and a complete air barrier in one application, eliminating a major source of cold air infiltration in Maine homes.

Dense-Pack

Wall Insulation

We use dense-pack cellulose to insulate existing walls without removing drywall. Small holes are drilled, material is blown in under pressure to fill every cavity, and holes are patched. Minimal disruption, maximum performance.

Blown-in cellulose insulation installed to R-50 in a Maine attic Rigid foam board insulation installed on basement walls in a Maine home SIGA Majpell air barrier installed on kneewall framing in a Maine home

How We Insulate Your Home

We always air seal before we insulate. It's the right way to do it.

1

Free Home Assessment

We walk through your home, identify where you are losing heat, and evaluate your current insulation levels. No equipment, no obligation.

2

Air Seal First

Before any insulation goes in, we seal all air bypasses (around wiring, plumbing, recessed lights, and top plates). This is critical for maximum performance.

3

Install & Verify

We install insulation to the specified R-value, then perform a post-installation blower door test to verify the improvement. We handle all Efficiency Maine paperwork.

What Our Insulation Customers Say

"The crew was meticulous. They sealed every penetration before blowing in the insulation, explained exactly what they were doing, and left the attic cleaner than they found it. Our heating bill dropped noticeably the very first month."
JH
Jennifer H., Cape ElizabethVerified Google Review
"Horizon Homes is excellent! They have supported us for a number of projects across insulation and carpentry and I can't recommend them enough. Cody is extremely thoughtful and has supported us over hours on the phone answering questions."
AM
Andrew M., PortlandVerified Google Review
"No more cold floors, no more drafts in the living room. The difference after insulation and air sealing was immediate and dramatic. I wish I had done this years ago. Horizon handled the Efficiency Maine rebate, and I didn't have to do a thing."
DL
Diane L., FalmouthVerified Google Review

Blown In Insulation FAQs

Cellulose is the best blown in insulation for Maine's climate. Its higher density compared to fiberglass means better thermal performance and greater resistance to air movement through the insulation layer. Cellulose fills completely around wiring, pipes, and framing members, eliminating the gaps that fiberglass batts leave behind. It is also treated for fire and pest resistance, and its vapor permeability allows walls to dry properly in Maine's seasonal humidity swings.
For a typical Maine home, attic blown in insulation to R-50 costs $4,000 to $8,000 before rebates, depending on attic size and access. Dense-pack wall insulation adds $5,000 to $10,000 for a full house. Efficiency Maine rebates cover 40-80% of insulation and air sealing costs depending on household income, bringing the out-of-pocket cost down significantly. We provide a detailed cost breakdown during your free energy assessment.
Yes. Blown in cellulose insulation qualifies for Efficiency Maine weatherization rebates of up to $8,000 depending on household income. Rebates cover 40% of project cost for any income level, 60% for moderate income, and 80% for low income households. As a registered Efficiency Maine vendor, we handle all the paperwork and deduct the rebate directly from your invoice. You pay the net amount with no waiting for reimbursement.

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