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Basements are notorious for being cold, damp, and uncomfortable. This is because they are inherently not energy efficient and susceptible to moisture intrusion and air drafts. However, just because basements are known for being inefficient, that doesn’t mean they have to be. Whether finished or not, the basement can be a highly functional, useful space within your Central PA home. 

Benefits of Basement Insulation 

If you're looking to enhance energy efficiency in your home, both insulating and air sealing your basement are important places to start. Basement insulation will bring the space inside your home’s thermal envelope and regulate its temperature. 

Even if your basement is unfinished, it still has an affect on your home’s indoor air quality. As warm air rises from your living areas, he air from your basement rises to replace it. That means, if your basement has a moisture problem or mold growth, you’ll be breathing that air on the upper levels. 

Basement insulation will keep out excess moisture and prevent the growth of mold and mildew. Some other advantages of insulating your Harrisburg basement include:

  • Pest control

  • No more cold floors

  • Reduced stack effect

  • Lower heating & cooling costs

Types of Basement Insulation 

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When upgrading the insulation in a basement, the team at Energy Smart Home Improvement looks at three problem areas: the walls, floors, and rim joists. Each of these parts of a basement require a unique type of insulation and a slightly different approach to installation. Insulating all three areas properly will result in a drier, more comfortable basement, which will influence comfort levels and indoor air quality throughout the rest of the home.


Insulating basement walls is important because they are the most vulnerable to outside temperatures. The best insulation for basement walls largely depends on if they are made from concrete, brick, or stone. To determine the best type of insulation for your South Central Pennsylvania basement, we recommend getting an energy audit.

Central PA Basement Insulation From Energy Smart Home Improvement

Energy Smart Home Improvement knows just how important it is to maintain a safe, comfortable, and healthy home environment. A big part of achieving this goal is by assessing and improving your under-insulated basement. Our trained and certified experts can provide several solutions like, basement insulation removal, energy audits, and basement insulation installation. 

You can now save even more on home energy upgrades with a variety of financing incentives currently available for Central Pennsylvania homeowners. Take the steps towards lower energy bills, fewer concerns about mold and moisture, and a more comfortable home. 

Find the best basement insulation for your home. Call 717-921-4031 or contact us online to schedule an energy audit.

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Testimonials

  • Andrew, Eric, and Bryant were all gentlemen. They were a delight to work with. Even Jon was nice. 

  • Owner was first contact - work to be completed was fully explained - pricing was very good. Work was completed quickly with no issues.

  • My wife and I purchased a leaky and minimally insulated older home and knew we needed to upgrade our insulation and have some air-sealing done.

  • I had my home insulated by Energy Smart and noticed a big difference, GREAT JOB!!!!

  • Thanks so much. We are VERY pleased!

    Fred W., Carlisle, PA

  • Good job!

    Ron E., Hummelstown, PA

  • Your staff is very friendly and professional in their work. Pleasure to deal with everyone and Energy Smart. Good job!

    Dennis H., York, PA

  • Very pleased with your company and your people.

    Barry M., Harrisburg, PA

  • We had an audit, attic air sealing, and additional blown-in insulation installed in the attic. Jon, the owner of the company performed the audit. Very thorough and passionate about the work. The two workers who installed the air sealing and insulation were very professional and timely.

    John S., Carlisle, PA

  • We had air sealing and attic insulation and air sealing in basement. The work was completed in one day and all went well.

    Dave K., Carlisle, PA

  • So far, we are very happy with the project. By the way, Bryant and Erik are excellent representatives of your company. They are both gentlemen!

    Don N., Landisville, PA

  • Energy Smart brought insulation amount up to standards in attic crawl space where heat pump is located. They also took care of sealing vents, moisture issues and other necessary work to make house more energy efficient and reduce chance of rot.

    Doris W., Palmyra, PA

  • This whole process was so smooth. Jon was so great to answer questions when he came to do an estimate. Rachel has been extremely helpful with scheduling, rebates, and everything in between. The gentlemen that completed the installation were courteous, efficient, and performed quality work.

    Daniel S., Camp Hill, PA

  • Looking forward to lower heating & cooling bills in the months ahead! Thanks for a good job. Bryant and James did very well. Very professional.

    Lester P., Boiling Springs, PA

  • We were very well pleased with the work. From Jon the owner and Rachel the office staff were very professional. The workers were great . Very hard workers and the with the heat in the attic it had to be a hard job to do.

    John C., Harrisburg, PA

  • Local company. Owner came and discussed his estimate. Workers were excellent, leaving the place cleaner than before. Good work ethic by employees and professional work. Couldn't be happier!

    Jack C., Dillsburg, PA

  • Jon the owner came personally to provide job estimate and was confident the insulation install would solve our present issues. The Techs were on time and professional. They ensured minimal disruption and cleaned afterwards.

    Ana N., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • I appreciate the workers explaining what they were doing. It helped to understand why this work is so important!

    Jim H., Fayetteville, PA

  • We were very pleased with everyone from the company from the owner on down. They were knowledgeable, professional and courteous. I'm sure our utility bills will reflect the difference.

    Mary C., Harrisburg, PA

  • Project:  Cantilever, Porch, and Window Air Sealing Hey Rachel! Thanks for the great work you guys did yesterday! I'm looking forward to having the upstairs 2 bedrooms a lot more comfortable and energy efficient, especially in the winter. 

    Paul B., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Project:  Attic Air Sealing & Insulating "The crew that performed the work were courteous, well-spoken, and proceeded to their work without delay. They explained each step of the project and invited us to inspect the results.  We were made to feel comfortable with the job that was done."

    Bill & Judi L., New Bloomfield, PA

  • Project:  Energy Audit I did a Google search to find a local reputable company to perform a home energy audit. Choosing Energy Smart was with out question the correct choice.

    Tom K., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Project: Attic Insulation Removal & Disposal, Air Sealing, & Insulating Very nice, efficient, responsive company to work with. Will recommend them to others.

    Joanna R., Camp Hill, PA

  • Project: Attic Insulation Removal & Disposal, Air Sealing, & Insulating Very nice, efficient, responsive company to work with. Will recommend them to others.

    Joanna R., Camp Hill, PA

  • Andrew was a real pleasure yesterday. He left the basement in such good shape, it's hard to tell if anything was done (just kidding, of course). Thanks to [your team] for making this year long nightmare a simple process. We will definitely recommend your company to all of our friends. Dottie

  • My 5 star rating so far is based only on the first level of doing business with the contractor who performed the audit very informatively and efficiently. I expect that the follow up report will be very comprehensive and informative and I will comment after our next meeting.

    Russ C., Palmyra, PA

  • Workers were great - professional & friendly. Thank you!

  • This was one of the most professionally and thoroughly prepared and executed home projects I ever experienced. I was given full explanation and reasoning for the project up front, including the energy efficiency audits before and after, as well as ongoing explanation during the actual work.

  • The men were very kind and did a great job explaining the job if I had questions. We were very pleased! 

  • Men were knowledgeable and friendly. 

  • Everyone I met and spoke with was very pleasant and professional. We are also thrilled to see a 27% improvement in our energy efficiency. Thank you all!

  • Everyone on the staff was professional and friendly!

  • The two guys on the job were more than excellent. Everything went so smoothly. I couldn't ask for anything better. 

  • Efficient job. took great care in protecting flooring and furniture. Took time to review what services were done. Polite, personable installers & they tolerated my dogs which is a big plus!! Looking forward to the fruits of their labor (i.e. lower utility bills!)

  • Please let us know if there are energy rebates available. Thanks for your promptness in meeting our need and working into our schedule. 

  • Erik & Bryan were amazing. Professional, courteous, and  offered to follow up with future questions. Couldn't be more appreciative.

  • Just an FYI. The guys were here this morning and did a great job. Very professional. Cleaned up everything. Couldn’t be more pleased. You run a good business! Thanks!!

  • I want to pass along to the Boss that the workers you sent out to my job (Eric & Brandon) did a great job and were a pleasure to deal with! We were very pleased with their work and them over all.

  • Everything was perfect. 

  • I appreciate the process of evaluation and options listed in benefit order. It makes decisions much easier and better. 

  • The job was done well and quickly. Since my lines only freeze in the winter, only time will tell if the project was successful. Fingers crossed and thank you!

  • Project: Test Indoor Air Quality

    Very up front and professional..easy to work with. The workers were polite and explained things well. I felt very comfortable with this contractor and not intimidated as others tend to do.

    Tonya N., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Very friendly, professional staff - highly recommend!

    Morgan & Nathan R., Harrisburg, PA

  • Great Job. The crew did a great job. Answered all questions, addressed any concerns. 

    Dave L., Myerstown

  • Bill was very professional and straightforward. I forgot to make barriers to keep the insulation contained and was surprised to see that they took the extra time to put them up. We noticed an immediate difference in the comfort of the rooms under that attic space. Thank you!

    Jan Z., Dillsburg

  • The crew was courteous and kept us informed of their progress throughout the project!

    Russell & Stella K., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Wonderful experience. The initial consultation was extremely thorough and well explained. The work was done quickly and professionally.

  • I received many other quotes and no one else proposed using rebates. By using those available rebates, it made the job affordable! Thanks!

    Dennis S., Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Everyone from the quoting process, scheduling, and installation were polite knowledgeable, and great to work with!

    Mindi Y., Lewisburg, PA

  • Very prompt service, good quality workmanship

    Regina W, Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Thorough, Consistent, and Honest! Thank you!

    Cappel, Camp Hill, PA

  • We are very pleased as we could notice an immediate improvement in the lack of heat loss in our home. Would Definitely recommend others get this done in their homes!

    William Stum, Landisburg, PA

  • We just wanted to thank you and your team for your recent service. We opted for "the works" – Soffit Baffles, Attic Air Sealing and Attic Insulating. Your field workers completed all of the work in about 3.5 hours; much sooner than anticipated by us.

    Mr. and Mrs. Randal Rhoades, Mechanicsburg, PA