A Case for Energy Saving Reflective Roof Coatings on Commercial Buildings Around Austin TX. Reflective roof coatings in Austin TX may resemble paint, but it is not a paint. Reflective roof coatings are more durable. They are thick. And they are stronger than paint. That is why reflective roof coatings are great for protecting […]
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Your contractor can create a leak-free repair commercial roofing system without replacement! Which commercial roofing system do you have? Built-up Low Slope Roofs Asphalt surfaces easily reach over 200 degrees in summer weather. Using the proper elastomeric coating, Stellrr can cool down the roof and prevent degradation. Concrete Commercial Roofs Elastomeric coatings are essential to
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If you are budgeting for future installation of insulation – beware. Today’s estimates will be significantly lower than the actual cost in the months to come. Here is what we know about insulation price increases now. From April thru December of 2019 the cost of spray foam insulation materials rose by around 20%. In the
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Awesome Austin NARI members teamed up to build a Habitat for Humanity house in a day. We had a large crew from several of Austin’s top custom builders and remodelers show up and pitch in. This is one of my favorite memories from being part of the local chapter of the National Association of
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Want to figure out the best attic insulation for hot climates like Austin Texas? Is the temperature in your living area uncomfortable? Are soaring energy bills burning a hole in your wallet? Are you trying to decide which Attic Insulation Options are right for your budget, savings, and comfort? #0 No Insulation Without proper attic
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7-days before hurricane Harvey, my family and I took a trip to Port Aransas TX. The goal was to do some estimates for new construction insulation and have a little fun at the beach with the kids and my in-laws. We had a great time and little did we know that Harvey would destroy the
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Questions? Call Stellrr at 512-520-0044 today! North of the Texas Capitol building is a new craftsman style home project. The home features cathedral ceilings throughout including a 2-story entryway. It is quite a challenge installing on a 2-story cathedral ceiling. Other Austin insulation contractors would access the ceiling by laying a board from window to
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Price is what you pay for Austin insulation. Value is what you get. The difference is important. There are a variety of insulation installation methods, providers, manufacturers, and prices to choose from. As your home is perhaps the biggest investment you will make, it pays to invest in quality insulation. This is especially true when
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Stellrr is currently NOT offering Sound Attenuation services, but feel free to learn all you want. What was one of the biggest mistakes I made when my house was built in 2011 through Meritage Homes in Austin, TX? It was on the lack of soundproofing on interior walls. I didn’t add any sound barrier insulation.
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What are some of the biggest problems when comparing price estimates on Austin insulation installs? Be cautious. Let’s say you go to a fiberglass insulation manufacturer’s website. You use their “calculator” on how much insulation you need. You will probably be oversold. That’s right. Recently I had a client, Mark, tell me that he felt
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Get the facts on the properties, benefits, costs and differences between open cell and closed cell spray foam insulation for your Austin TX area building. The below infographic will show you the technical differences between what I am calling Standard Foam (open-cell) and Upgraded Foam (closed-cell). Plus, you’ll discover what the difference means in the
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When it comes to the most important energy saver in your building, insulation, there are two schools of thought. You are about to discover the benefits, costs, and differences between the two theories. The original theory is a vented building envelope where air flows through the building. In this infographic lesson we will call the
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Now you can do a side-by-side comparison of the 4 most popular insulation materials being installed in Austin Texas area buildings today! Below is a 25-point comparison infographic of the 4-materials: fiberglass, cellulose, closed cell and open cell spray foam insulation. After reading this chart, you will be able to make a smarter choice on the insulation material for
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At Stellrr Insulation & Spray Foam we meet with over 100 contractors, homeowners, and building owners in the Austin TX area. Many of our prospective clients have educated themselves on our thoughts and beliefs (from this website) on everything about insulation installation. They frequently ask us who are some of the other insulation companies
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When you know the right thing to look for in an Austin insulation contractor, you will be better at avoiding problems. Here is what you should expect: + No hidden costs. Expect an itemized costs for the service and exact prices in writing BEFORE the applicator begins each portion of the service to be provided.
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With a newborn baby, soundproofing rock wool was a must for the Duchamp family. The family completely remodeled and added onto an older home on Lake Travis in Austin Texas. They chose a sealed building envelope with spray foam insulation to seal all the cracks, gaps, around all the wiring and plumbing. The Duchamps will
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Stellrr is currently NOT offering Sound Attenuation services, but feel free to learn all you want. On nearly every insulation project around Austin TX, we are asked about soundproofing. Why? The best time to have your building soundproofed is when you have other nsulation installed. People love to have soundproofing installed because kids are loud,
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When you know what to expect from a good insulation company, you will be significantly better at avoiding the bad guys around Austin TX. There are vital 24-factors to consider when comparing insulation installers. Download the Critical Comparison Checklist to see how each contractor measures up. You will also discover what each factor means to you, and
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Here Are 9 Reasons Why You Want a Efficient, Safe, Comfortable Insulated Austin Area Building. As you can see by reading my blog there are many things to consider when making decisions on your Austin insulation project. No doubt some items I have shared with you may be discouraging about even hiring anyone at all.
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Here is a shortened DIY Energy Audit version of the 233-point Stellrr Building Performance Diagnostic. Contractors, and Homeowners are lining up to pay $147 for Stellrr to perform a longer thorough version of this inspection. This energy audit checklist is great if you want to skip the line, save $147, and attempt to perform a
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