Quality Insulation, Inc.

Company history

• 1979 – Founding: Quality Insulation, Inc. was founded in August 1979 by Jon Edwards in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the early years, the company focused on small, complex residential reinsulation projects.
• Growth and new construction: As the business grew, Quality Insulation expanded into new home construction work and moved into a warehouse location in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
• 1990 – Current location: In 1990, the company moved to its current facility at 3509 Raleigh Avenue in St. Louis Park, where it continues to operate.
• Over the decades, Quality Insulation has insulated thousands of new and existing homes and has established itself as a leading insulation contractor in the Twin Cities.

The company has remained locally owned and family-oriented throughout its history.

Leadership and key team members

Examples of key team members published on the company website include:

• Craig Edwards – Vice President (craig@qualityinsulationmn.com)
• Mikel Edwards – General Manager (mikel@qualityinsulationmn.com)
• Kris Edwards – Production Manager (kris@qualityinsulationmn.com)
• Cooper Dillon – Estimator (cooper@qualityinsulationmn.com)

Mission and approach

Quality Insulation emphasizes:

• High-quality workmanship and service
• Strong knowledge of building codes and construction methods
• Maximizing thermal and sound insulation performance
• Using high-quality insulation products and materials
• Identifying and resolving potential problem areas in building assemblies

Certifications and training

Quality Insulation's published certifications and training include:

• Owens Corning Certified Energy Expert Professional
• Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA) Qualified Contractor
• American Chemistry Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Chemical Health and Safety Training

These recognitions reflect the company's focus on product knowledge, energy efficiency, and safe installation practices.

Careers

Quality Insulation periodically posts job openings, such as insulation installer positions and sales roles. Insulation installer roles typically involve installing fiberglass batts, blown fiberglass, and spray foam products in new construction homes and buildings. Previous experience in insulation or construction can be helpful but is not always required.

Quality Insulation's commercial experience includes projects such as:

• Multi-unit apartment and condominium buildings
• Senior living facilities
• Warehouse and industrial buildings, including airport hangars
• Commercial exterior walls and roof/attic assemblies
• Elevator shafts and other specialty spaces

They have experience assessing many different building types and scenarios to determine appropriate insulation solutions.

Commercial insulation services offered

Commercial services include:

• Installing fiberglass insulation (batts and loosefill) in walls, floors, and attics
• Installing closed-cell spray polyurethane foam in walls, roofs, and other assemblies
• Insulation removal for multi-unit and commercial properties where existing insulation must be taken out before new material is installed

Quality Insulation focuses on correct installation to help maximize thermal and sound insulation performance, and works to identify and address potential problem areas in building assemblies.

Office address

Quality Insulation, Inc. 3509 Raleigh Ave St. Louis Park, MN 55416 United States

Office hours

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Saturday–Sunday: Closed

How to request a quote or more information

Customers can contact Quality Insulation to request more information or a quote in the following ways:

• Call the office during business hours.
• Use the contact form on the website to share project details, such as:
• Areas to be insulated (for example: attic, basement, crawlspace, walls, garage, porch, new addition, or multi-unit building)
• Type of work (for example: air sealing, reinsulation, insulation removal, new construction, remodeling, spray foam, or sound insulation)
• Desired project timing (for example: 0–30 days, 1–3 months, 3–6 months, or 6+ months)
• How you heard about Quality Insulation.

Quality Insulation installs both loosefill (blown) fiberglass and fiberglass batts.

Loosefill fiberglass

Loosefill (blown) fiberglass is commonly used in attic spaces and can also be used to create custom batts for wall cavities or to fill tight framing. It can conform to many shapes and sizes and is suitable for a variety of areas in a home or building.

Quality Insulation uses Owens Corning loosefill fiberglass products, including:

• Owens Corning PROPINK L77 Loosefill Insulation

Fiberglass batts

Fiberglass batts are a cost-effective insulation option, manufactured to specific thicknesses and dimensions to match typical framing. The appropriate product and batt density are selected based on the insulation system being designed.

Examples of fiberglass batt products used include:

• Owens Corning QuietZone Acoustic Batts with PureFiber Technology
• Owens Corning EcoTouch PINK FIBERGLAS insulation batts in various R-values (such as R-13, R-21, and R-49)

Spray foam insulation and sealants

Quality Insulation installs spray polyurethane foam products that provide high resistance to heat flow per inch and offer air-stopping and moisture-blocking properties.

Spray foam products used include, for example:

• Carlisle Closed Cell – SealTite PRO
• SWD Closed Cell – Quik-Shield 112
• Handi-Foam insulation kits
• Owens Corning ProPink One All-Purpose Foam Sealant
• DOW GREAT STUFF PRO foam products for gaps, cracks, and around windows and doors

Spray foam is applied using specialized equipment and expands and hardens within minutes.

Supplemental materials used in insulation projects

To support insulation performance, Quality Insulation also uses related materials such as:

• Ventilation chutes
• Plastic sheeting and vapor barriers
• Boardstock
• Recessed light boxes or covers
• Caulk and fire caulk sealants
• House wrap
• Sheathing and aluminum foil tapes
• Mesh netting

These products are selected and installed as needed to help the insulation system perform as designed.

Quality Insulation offers reinsulation services for existing homes, from a single room to the entire house. A key part of the reinsulation process is air sealing, which helps reduce heating and cooling loss, improve comfort, and increase energy efficiency.

Typical residential reinsulation projects can include:

• Attic insulation and air sealing
• Basement and crawlspace insulation
• Exterior wall insulation
• Garage and bonus room insulation
• Sound insulation for interior walls and floors

Insulation removal

Quality Insulation can remove existing insulation that has been damaged or made ineffective by issues such as fire, water, weather, or animal activity. They use professional equipment to remove old insulation and dispose of it, preparing the space to be reinsulated to current standards.

New construction insulation

Quality Insulation installs insulation in new homes. New construction is an important time to:

• Plan for proper insulation efficiency
• Select the correct insulation products for each area of the home
• Work with insulation specialists who can guide you through product choices and installation methods

Remodeling and additions

Quality Insulation provides insulation services for home remodeling projects and new additions. They can insulate areas being opened up during projects such as:

• Additions and expansions
• Basement finishing
• Re-siding or roofing projects
• Other interior or exterior remodels where insulation is being upgraded

Types of insulation used in homes

For residential projects, Quality Insulation installs:

• Fiberglass insulation – including batts and loosefill (blown) fiberglass
• Spray foam insulation – closed-cell spray polyurethane foam and related foam sealants

Quality Insulation's installers are trained to diagnose common home comfort and efficiency problems, recommend appropriate insulation approaches, and install products to a high standard of workmanship.

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