Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insulation Partner in Louisville, KY
Louisville Insulation was founded in 2007 by Eric Jones and Carlos Bonilla, who combined their expertise as airplane technicians with a passion for energy efficiency. In 2014, Matt Gilles acquired the company and expanded its services from spray foam to comprehensive insulation solutions. Our team, known as the Foam Gnomes, brings over 15 years of combined experience in building science to every project. We specialize in spray foam, blown-in insulation, and crawl space encapsulation tailored to Louisville's climate. As a locally-owned business, we prioritize understanding regional weather patterns and construction challenges to deliver measurable energy savings.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our licensed and insured status, satisfaction guarantee, and focus on long-term client relationships. We serve Louisville and surrounding areas in Kentucky and Indiana, emphasizing transparency, technical expertise, and community values. Our building science approach ensures every installation optimizes thermal performance, moisture control, and indoor air quality. With two trucks and a dedicated crew, we complete projects efficiently while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Our mission remains unchanged: to make homes more comfortable, energy-efficient, and sustainable through proven methods and personalized service.
Services
Spray Foam Insulation
Blown-In Insulation
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Energy Assessments
Building Science Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of local insulation expertise and building science training
- Our team implements proven methods for measurable energy efficiency improvements
- Fully licensed and insured with satisfaction guarantee on all projects
- Specialize in climate-specific solutions for Louisville's unique weather patterns
- Provide comprehensive assessments to identify your home's exact insulation needs
What people say
Excellent workmanship
Fair pricing
Timely service completion
Services
Spray Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation creates an airtight seal that reduces energy loss while improving structural integrity. Our closed-cell foam provides R-6 insulation value per inch, effectively sealing gaps in attics, walls, and crawl spaces. This solution lowers utility bills by maintaining consistent indoor temperatures year-round through superior thermal resistance and moisture control.
Blown-In Insulation
Blown-in insulation efficiently fills hard-to-reach spaces like attics and wall cavities. We offer both cellulose and fiberglass options that improve energy efficiency while reducing noise transmission. Our installation process ensures complete coverage without gaps, meeting local building codes while adapting to Louisville's climate challenges for long-term performance.
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Crawl space encapsulation prevents moisture intrusion that causes mold and structural damage. Our process includes vapor barriers, insulation, and air sealing to create a controlled environment. This service improves indoor air quality while protecting your home's foundation from humidity-related deterioration common in Kentucky's climate.
Energy Assessments
Our energy assessments identify where homes lose energy through visual inspections and building science analysis. Technicians evaluate insulation performance, air leaks, and HVAC efficiency to create customized improvement plans. This diagnostic service helps homeowners make informed decisions about insulation upgrades based on their property's specific needs.
Building Science Consultation
Building science consultation applies engineering principles to optimize home energy performance. We analyze heat transfer, moisture movement, and airflow patterns to recommend solutions that enhance comfort while reducing energy consumption. Our approach integrates insulation with whole-house systems for comprehensive efficiency improvements.
People
Matt Gilles
Owner
Current owner since 2014 with deep building science expertise. Expanded services from spray foam to comprehensive insulation solutions while maintaining focus on energy efficiency and local climate challenges. Brings technical knowledge from prior contracting experience.
Eric Jones
Co-Founder
Co-founded Louisville Insulation in 2007 while working as an airplane technician. Built initial reputation for quality installations before transitioning ownership. Maintained technical oversight during early growth phases to ensure service excellence.
Carlos Bonilla
Co-Founder
Original co-owner with extensive insulation application experience. Developed practical techniques for Louisville's climate conditions during initial operations. Instrumental in establishing the company's commitment to building science principles before exiting ownership in 2014.
Questions
What insulation services do you offer?
We provide spray foam insulation, blown-in insulation, crawl space encapsulation, and energy assessments tailored to Louisville's climate conditions.
Do you serve areas outside Louisville?
Yes, we serve Anchorage, Crestwood, Jeffersontown, Prospect, Shelby Park, St. Matthews in Kentucky, plus New Albany, Jeffersonville, and Charlestown in Indiana.
How do you determine the best insulation for my home?
Our technicians perform energy assessments to identify specific needs, then recommend solutions based on building science principles and your budget.
Are your installers trained in building science?
All our Foam Gnomes technicians receive building science training covering heat transfer, moisture control, and proper installation techniques for optimal performance.
What makes your company different from other insulation contractors?
We combine local climate expertise with building science knowledge, using proven methods that deliver measurable energy savings and long-term comfort improvements.
Do you offer any guarantees on your work?
Yes, we provide a satisfaction guarantee on all insulation installations and encapsulation services when performed according to our recommendations.
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