Pocatello, Idaho · Spray Foam · Attic · Shops & Pole Barns
Insulation Contractor in Pocatello, ID
Local insulation contractor for open and closed cell spray foam, attic and blown-in insulation, crawl spaces, and metal building insulation for homes, shops and pole barns across Southeast Idaho. Lower heating bills, no drafts, and a building that holds its temperature in January and July.
- Free on-site estimates
- Homes, shops & pole barns
- Open & closed cell
Lower heating bills
Spray foam seals the air leaks that batts and old blown-in insulation miss, so the furnace runs less through a long Pocatello winter.
Learn more →Stop drafts & wind
Closed cell foam air-seals walls, rim joists and ceilings against the wind that comes across the Snake River Plain.
Learn more →Shops you can use all year
Foamed metal buildings and pole barns stay warm in winter, cool in summer, and stop dripping condensation.
Learn more →Local to Southeast Idaho
Insulation built for Pocatello winters
Pocatello sits at about 4,450 feet in the Portneuf Valley, where winter nights regularly drop into the single digits and the wind rarely quits. Summers swing the other way, with dry 90° afternoons. A building that leaks air loses on both ends.
Many homes here, from the older houses near Old Town to the newer subdivisions in Chubbuck, have thin or settled insulation and plenty of gaps around rim joists, attics and crawl spaces. And across Bannock and Bingham counties there are thousands of shops, garages and pole barns that were never insulated at all.
As a local insulation contractor, we insulate homes, additions, shops, metal buildings, pole barns and commercial buildings throughout Pocatello, Chubbuck, Blackfoot, American Falls, Inkom, McCammon and Lava Hot Springs. Every job starts with a free on-site estimate and a straight answer on what will actually help.
Why people call us
- Cold rooms and drafty floors in winter
- High heating bills every winter
- Shops and garages too cold to work in
- Condensation dripping in metal buildings
- Ice dams and frost in the attic
- New builds and additions needing insulation
Talk to a local insulation contractor today
Call (208) 579-5057The problem
Most heat loss isn't through the insulation. It's around it.
Fiberglass batts slow heat, but they don't stop air. Gaps at the rim joist, top plates, can lights and attic hatches let warm air pour out all winter, and the wind pulls cold air in to replace it.
Spray foam expands to fill those gaps and seals as it insulates. Closed cell foam also adds strength and blocks moisture, which is why it's the go-to for metal buildings and crawl spaces.
R-value per inch, compared
Typical published values. Actual R-value depends on product and installed thickness.
Open cell vs. closed cell spray foam
| Open cell | Closed cell | |
|---|---|---|
| R-value per inch | About R-3.5 to R-3.8 | About R-6 to R-7 |
| Air seal | Yes | Yes |
| Moisture / vapor barrier | No (vapor open) | Yes, at about 2 inches |
| Adds strength | No | Yes, stiffens walls and roof panels |
| Best for | Interior walls, attic rooflines, sound control | Metal buildings, pole barns, crawl spaces, rim joists |
| Cost | Lower per inch | Higher per inch |
Is spray foam worth it?
In a heating climate like Pocatello's, air leaks are one of the biggest drivers of high winter bills. Sealing them with foam, and topping up thin attics with blown-in insulation, is usually one of the best returns you can get on a house.
For shops and metal buildings, closed cell foam is often the only practical way to get real insulation, an air seal and condensation control in one step.
Spray foam, done right
You may have read that spray foam can be a "red flag." Nearly every horror story comes from a bad install: foam mixed at the wrong temperature, sprayed too thick in one pass, or used in the wrong place.
We spray in proper lifts, check depth as we go, ventilate during and after the install, and follow the manufacturer's re-occupancy guidance. If foam isn't the right fit for a space, we'll tell you and quote blown-in or batts instead.
What we install
Insulation Services
Spray Foam Insulation
Open and closed cell foam for homes, additions, shops and commercial buildings.
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Closed Cell Spray Foam
Dense, high R-value foam that seals air, blocks moisture and adds strength.
Get a quote →Open Cell Spray Foam
Cost-effective air sealing and sound control for walls and attic rooflines.
Get a quote →Metal Building & Pole Barn Insulation
Closed cell foam for shops, pole barns and metal buildings. No more dripping.
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Attic Insulation
Top up thin attics with blown-in insulation or seal them with spray foam.
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Blown-In Insulation
Fast, affordable loose-fill insulation for attics and closed walls.
Get a quote →Crawl Space & Rim Joist Insulation
Seal cold floors and damp crawl spaces with closed cell foam.
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Garage Insulation
Insulate attached and detached garages so you can use them in winter.
Get a quote →Insulation Removal
Remove old, wet or rodent-damaged insulation before re-insulating.
Get a quote →How it works
- Free estimateWe look at the building, measure, and talk through what you want to fix.
- Clear quoteYou get a written quote by area and type of insulation, with no surprises.
- Clean installWe cover and mask everything, spray or blow, and check thickness as we go.
- WalkthroughWe clean up, walk the job with you, and make sure you're happy before we leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you an insulation contractor or just spray foam?
Both. We are a full insulation contractor: open and closed cell spray foam, blown-in attic insulation, crawl space and rim joist insulation, garage and shop insulation, and old insulation removal. We recommend whatever actually fits the space and the budget.
How much does spray foam insulation cost in Pocatello?
It depends on whether you use open or closed cell foam and how thick it goes on. See our pricing page for typical ranges by square foot and by building size, then get an exact quote from a free on-site estimate.
How much does it cost to spray foam a 2,000 sq ft house?
For a full house, many projects land somewhere around $6,000 to $15,000 depending on which areas are foamed, open vs. closed cell, and thickness. Combining foam in key areas with blown-in in the attic often lowers the total.
Why do some people say spray foam is a red flag?
Problems almost always trace back to poor installation: foam mixed or sprayed incorrectly, applied too thick at once, or used where it traps moisture. Installed correctly, by a trained crew following the manufacturer's specs, spray foam is a proven product.
Do you insulate shops and pole barns?
Yes. Metal buildings and pole barns are a big part of our work in Southeast Idaho. Closed cell foam stops condensation and lets you use the shop year-round.
How long does installation take?
Most attics and garages take a day or less. Whole homes and large shops may take two or more days.
From the blog
Insulation tips for Pocatello homes and shops
November 13, 2026How Much Attic Insulation Do You Need in Pocatello?
How much attic insulation a Pocatello home needs, what R-49 to R-60 looks like in inches, and how to check your attic yourself.
Read more →November 11, 2026Spray Foam vs. Fiberglass: Which Is Right for Your Home?
Spray foam vs fiberglass insulation for Pocatello homes and shops: R-value, air sealing, moisture, cost, and when each one makes sense.
Read more →November 9, 2026Why Pocatello Homes Get Ice Dams (and How to Stop Them)
Why ice dams and big icicles form on Pocatello homes, the damage they cause, and how air sealing and attic insulation prevent them.
Read more →Serving Pocatello and Southeast Idaho
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