Alma’s homes have a median build year of 1956, and many still have the thin attic insulation they were built with, or a layer of blown insulation that has settled over decades. Energy Plus Home Improvements is based in Riverdale, about nine miles west, and has served more than 50 Alma-area properties. We air seal attics, blow in cellulose to the depth your package calls for, and use spray foam where blown insulation will not work, such as rim joists and tight spaces. Every installation is backed by the EP Protection Plan™.
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In older Alma homes, the biggest heat losses are often air leaks, not missing insulation: gaps around chimneys, plumbing stacks, recessed lights and the attic hatch. We seal each leak with the material suited to that spot, including the clearance required around chimneys.
The U.S. Department of Energy recommends R-49 to R-60 for Michigan attics. A mid-century Alma attic often has a fraction of that. We measure the existing depth and blow in cellulose on top, with baffles at the eaves so the soffit vents stay open.
We also install EP RetroCore™ wall insulation, EP FoamCore™ spray foam and EP CrawlGuard™ crawlspace encapsulation. Final pricing is confirmed after we inspect the attic.
Inside the city, start with the City of Alma Planning and Zoning Department at 525 E. Superior St.; homes in Arcada, Pine River and other townships follow the township or county process. We confirm the requirement for your address and pull the permit when one is needed.
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Alma grew along the Pine River after Ralph Ely’s party arrived in 1854. It became a city in 1905, and lumberman Ammi Wright gave the land for Wright Park and Alma College in the 1880s. The Alma Highland Festival, first held in 1968, still draws visitors each year.
Housing ranges from older homes near downtown and the college to postwar ranches and farmhouses outside town. Each estimate states the depth and air leaks we found, the package we recommend, and anything we cannot confirm until we are in the attic.
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Insulation and air sealing are your home’s barrier against Michigan’s harsh climate.
Drafty attics and walls make your home uncomfortable and expensive to heat
Poor insulation leads to moisture problems and mold risk
Gaps in the attic floor and walls let heated and cooled air escape
An under-insulated attic makes upstairs rooms unbearable in summer
Measure attic insulation depth, check walls and the crawlspace, and find the air leaks that cost you the most.
Choose the EP ComfortCore™, EP RetroCore™, EP FoamCore™ or EP CrawlGuard™ package that fits your home and budget.
Air sealing first, then baffles at the eaves and insulation installed to the depth your package calls for.
Full cleanup and a final depth and coverage check in every area we insulate.
EP Protection Plan™ activated. Insulation depth and R-value documentation provided.
Choose the package that fits your budget and goals. Every tier includes professional installation and our EP Protection Plan™ warranty.
Good
Starter attic insulation upgrade
Better
Insulation plus basic air sealing
Best
Most recommended for best overall value
Maximum attic system
Not sure which tier is right for you? Our consultation will help you choose.
| Feature | ★ Energy Plus | Other Contractors |
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| Licensed & Insured Contractors | ✓ | varies |
| Written Detailed Quotes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Local Mid-Michigan Crews | ✓ | varies |
| Workmanship Warranty | EP Protection Plan™ | 1-2 years typical |
| Manufacturer Certifications | ✓ | varies |
| Clean Job Site Guarantee | ✓ | varies |
| Transparent Pricing | ✓ | varies |
| Project Manager Assigned | ✓ | ✕ |
| Pre-Project Walkthrough | ✓ | varies |
| Post-Project Inspection | ✓ | varies |
| Digital Project Updates | ✓ | ✕ |
| Flexible Financing Options | ✓ | varies |
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On Moyer Avenue in early 2026, our crew sealed air gaps around a chimney that were letting warm air straight into the attic. Small fixes like that, along with full attic upgrades, are a big part of our Alma insulation work. Every job starts with a depth check and air-leak inspection and ends with a final coverage check and full cleanup.
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Answers to the questions we hear most often about insulation projects.
Insulation slows heat flow but does not stop air. Gaps around chimneys, plumbing stacks, lights and the attic hatch let warm air escape. Air sealing those leaks is often the biggest improvement.
We seal the gaps around the chimney so warm air cannot escape into the attic, using materials suited to the clearance the chimney requires.
The Department of Energy recommends R-49 to R-60. EP ComfortCore™ 16 brings an attic to about R-49, and EP ComfortCore™ 20 to about R-60 or more.
Usually, yes, as long as the existing insulation is dry and free of mold or pests. We check it during the inspection and blow new cellulose over it.
It depends on the scope and where the home is. Inside the city, check with Planning and Zoning at 525 E. Superior St.; township homes follow their own process. We confirm the requirement and pull the permit when one is needed.
Our team is happy to answer any questions about your insulation project. Reach out anytime we’re here to help.
Pair new insulation with energy-efficient windows
Protect your attic with a sound roof
Seal and insulate your crawlspace
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Additional programs and services to protect your investment
Lifetime workmanship warranty on qualifying installations. Built Right. Backed for Life.
Seasonal inspections and preventive maintenance to protect your investment year-round.
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