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Is there a way to spray in insulation on an existing exterior wall that was completed 50 yrs ago?

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The west side of my home gets freezing in the winter and hot in the summer. (West Chicago)
Thanks for any help,
Jim

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  1. JustMike | | #1

    Yes. Check your local Yellow Pages for an insulation company and they will bore holes in your walls and spray in foam insulation to fill the cavities.

  2. bdrfab | | #2

    http://retrofoam.com/

    No idea what your exterior is, blown in cellulose is another option. Is this the only wall you plan on insulating?

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