Paterson Insulation has been servicing Paterson, NJ and the greater Passaic County area for many years. We offer a great range of insulation services, including wall and attic insulation, sound insulation, garage insulation, basement insulation and air sealing. We have extensive expertise in the latest insulation materials and techniques, and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service at affordable rates.

We have a wallet-friendly solution to all your home or building insulation needs, so get in touch with our team today by calling (862) 500 5423 or completing our contact form.

Why should I insulate my home?

Insulating your home is a sure way of keeping heat in the home from escaping outside, or keeping the heat outside entering the home. In summer, we prefer to have homes that are cooler than the external air, and in winter, it’s better to be warmer inside the house than in the cold outside. Insulation provides a thermal barrier, ensuring that we stay cool in summer and warm in winter. And the more effective the insulation is, the more comfortable we are and the less we spend in cooling or warming our homes.

Effective insulation has a number of other benefits too. Since it provides a seal against the outside, it can prevent pollen and pollutants entering the home or building, resulting in cleaner air inside, and a reduction in allergies. This is especially welcome in the spring and fall seasons. And since using less energy to heat or cool our homes is good for the planet, well designed and installed insulation, particularly attic insulation, is one step you can take to combat global warming.

There are many options to insulate your home. We offer insulation foam (closed cell and open cell), rockwool insulation, fiberglass insulation and in some circumstances cellulose insulation. We also offer garage insulation and sound insulation. We specialize in attic insulation and ventilation, since this makes the most difference to temperature control in residential homes.
The US Department of Energy has estimated that heating and cooling make up over half of the energy used in the average home. This is due to leakage of cold or warm air from the home to the outside and is the main source of energy waste in residential properties.

Properly installed insulation can also reduce or eliminate water penetration and condensation in the walls. Condensation can result when there is a large difference in temperature between the inside and outside of a structure. Insulation will promote this difference – but properly installed insulation will take this into account and ensure that the humidity within the structure is not elevated due to the insulation. This is important as it can prevent mold or rust arising from any increased humidity.

The trained installation experts at Paterson Insulation know that installing the right insulation makes a huge difference to the comfort of a home throughout the year. We install insulation quickly, cleanly and at a very attractive price! Reach out to us for a free estimate and consultation!

Spray Foam Insulation

​Spray foam insulation is a highly energy-efficient, environmentally responsible, and cutting-edge insulation solution, and in many cases can be an alternative to fiberglass insulation. Spray foam insulation also can improves the racking or structural strength of your building (in some cases by a factor of 2). This can be a great advantage when insulating roof rafters. Spray foam insulation can also constitute a very stable barrier for air, humidity and noise. It also has high R-values that can help reduce heating and cooling bills by up to 60%.

What is the cost of Spray Foam Insulation?

While it is very effective, spray foam insulation can be 2 to 3 times more expensive than fiberglass insulation. Prices will vary depending on the nature of the space to be insulated and the depth of the foam to be applied. In some cases spray foam might be the better choice despite the higher cost. Please contact us for an estimate of what the costs would be for your situation.

Pros and cons of Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation, sprayed to a minimum depth of 1.5 inches and, in most cases, 2 inches or more is an air barrier. Spray foam insulation qualifies it as an air barrier because it greatly reduces air leakage through the building envelope. As a result, it lowers the heating and cooling expenses of the structure significantly. Neither cellulose nor fiberglass have this air barrier quality, although some applications of cellulose can achieve a degree of air barrier properties.

Spray foam insulation can help you if you're having condensation problems. When moist air comes into touch with a cold surface, condensation forms. Foam insulation creates an air barrier, reducing the energy required for dehumidification but depending on adequate bathroom ventilation to the outdoors.

Spray foam insulation, like most site-applied construction materials, emits tiny amounts of chemical substances into the air and is not safe for non-protected individuals to be onsite during installation! The time it takes to re-occupy your house after the application is completed is usually 24 hours.
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Spray foam may produce odors that are detectable to some individuals, but these will dissipate when the foam is thoroughly mixed and cured if proper ventilation is provided. More information can be provided on any specific project. It's important to note that, due to its nature as a plastic, spray foam insulation does have a smell but this does not last.

What type of insulation is best?

Some homeowners are not certain which type of insulation – batt or blown in – is better for their home. There’s no rule on this – we can use either and often use both, depending on the nature of the insulation needed.

Current recommendations for energy standards suggest that the first insulation layer in the attic should be fiberglass batt insulation with a moisture layer. Whether a moisture layer is appropriate or not will depend on the temperature fluctuations in your area. Generally in the northeast of the country this is not necessary.

We may then apply blown-in insulation over the installed batts to plug any holes or gaps in the batt insulation and to bring the level of insulation to an appropriate level. Using this method, we can get to an R-value of around 60, which provides the highest energy efficiency for your heating or cooling system. 

Is Cellulose or Fiberglass better for insulation?

Cellulose insulation consists of shredded paper, often newspaper, which has been treated with fire-retardant chemicals. Fiberglass is made from sand and other materials that are spun into glass fibers. Both cellulose and fiberglass are recognized as common insulation materials. In older buildings and houses it is common to see cellulose blown into an attic to provide insulation. Generally we would recommend to use fiberglass for the following reasons:
  • Cellulose is fire-retardant but many cellulose samples are still flammable, and if they ignite they can burn at high temperatures. The fire-retardant chemicals used on cellulose can also leach out over time. Fiberglass insulation is naturally not combustible and remains so for the product’s life, so it does not create a fire hazard. Fiberglass insulation is also recognized as an acceptable fire stop in wood frame walls often used in residential homes.
  • Cellulose can tend to settle over time, frequently up to 25% of volume. This results in a loss of R-value, meaning that the insulation will not be as effective as when it was first installed. Often this is compensated for at the time of installation. Fiberglass, by contrast, generally has a settlement rate of about 1%, so will maintain its insulation properties over time.
  • Depending on the installation method, cellulose insulation might take a couple of weeks to achieve the desired R-value . This frequently occurs when a wet-spray application of cellulose insulation has been used. Fiberglass insulation is not absorbent, so it will not wick or take up and hold water. This enables it to maintain its insulation qualities for the life of the building.
  • Cellulose can be a green option since it consists of about 80% recycled newspapers, with the rest being made up of fire-retardant chemicals. But it takes three times more cellulose by weight than fiberglass to achieve the same insulation properties, which has corresponding environmental impact when you consider transportation and shipping. Fiberglass is generally manufactured from around 40% recycled glass material, which reduces landfill, and it contains no added chemicals that can leach into the attic space.  

Why choose Paterson Insulation?

We have a deep commitment to providing quality insulation and installation at affordable prices. We are insulation specialists, and this shows in our superior technical expertise, our best-in-class installations, and the long track record of satisfied customers. We have been installing insulation in Paterson and Passaic County for decades and our deep experience makes for efficient and affordable insulation installations for our customers.
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Remember that it does not take much to blow insulation into an attic space. But it is another matter entirely to do it correctly, ensuring that the best materials for the space are used, that the installation is done in a way that is safe for your family and for the building, and that the installation will perform as expected for many years. To do that you need a craftsman, and we are proud that our expertise and experience enable us to deliver best-in-class installations for all of our customers. 
Just a note to thank you for the great work you did in our attic. No more mice and we're noticing the difference in our heating bills with the new insulation already. Your crew was amazing - courteous and helpful and the cleanup was perfect. I'll recommend you to my friends that need help with their insulation!
- Beth P., Paterson, NJ
I was almost giving up on finding insulation companies in my area until I found Paterson Insulation - they were a pleasure to talk to and they did a great job insulating my basement at a very reasonable price. Would certainly use them again for insulation work. 
- Peter G., Wayne, NJ

We're committed to best-in-class service 

We are very serious about customer satisfaction, and that's why we consistently give best-in-class insulation services in Passaic County and surrounding areas. Good service happens on both and off-site and we make sure that each customer comes away happy with us. 
  • Our company exhibits proper ethics in all its dealings.
  • We would like to be treated with respect, honesty, and openness, so we treat our clients the same way. We closely observe all legislation and regulations based on race, gender, disability or other discrimination.
  • We always give detailed and free estimates for our services was the client wants or if required by law.
  • At Paterson Insulation, we work hard to provide outstanding customer service and to meet all our clients' insulation needs. Both before and after the job is done, we answer the client's questions promptly and clearly. ​
  • We're amazing at what we do, but we can't do everything. If we can't help you, we'll help you find someone else that can.
  • Finally, we're serious about our promises. We keep them.