Founded 1911, southeast of Lubbock
Spray Foam Insulation in Slaton, TX
Insulation for older frame and brick houses in a historic railroad town.
- Free on-site estimates
- Written quotes that name foam type, thickness and R-value
- Attic ducts, roof leaks and old insulation checked before we spray
An Older Town With a Steady Housing Stock
Spray Foam Insulation in Slaton usually means working on older houses. Slaton was established on June 15, 1911, and named for O.L. Slaton, a Lubbock rancher and banker who promoted the railroad. Wikipedia notes it was the westernmost German settlement in Texas, and the old Harvey House still stands near the tracks. Unlike the fast-growing suburbs west of Lubbock, Slaton's housing count has barely moved: 2,565 units in 2000 and 2,556 in 2020. That means most homes in town are decades old.
What older Slaton homes need
Houses built before modern codes tend to share the same weak spots. Attic insulation is thin or has settled. Gaps around chimneys, plumbing stacks and wiring let attic air into the rooms. Wall cavities may be empty. We start in the attic, seal the openings, and decide whether to blow new insulation on top or remove what is there first. For closed walls, dense-pack cellulose blown through small holes is often the practical fix.
Check before covering
Older attics can hold surprises: old wiring, roof leaks that have stained the sheathing, rodent nests, or vermiculite fill that should be tested before anyone disturbs it. We look for all of those before quoting, and we tell you what needs attention first.
Vacancy and rentals
The 2020 census counted 13.6% of Slaton's housing units as vacant, with a rental vacancy rate of 14.4%. Landlords and investors preparing an older rental for new tenants often call us for attic insulation and air sealing, which make a house cheaper to cool and more comfortable to live in.
Climate
Slaton sits on the level Llano Estacado, with Yellow House Canyon about three miles to the northeast. It is in Lubbock County, which OpenEI places in Climate Zone 3B, and ENERGY STAR recommends R-49 for an attic that starts bare in that zone.
Call (806) 630-0539 or get a free estimate for a free look at your Slaton house or rental.
Slaton Facts
- Founded 1911. Slaton was established June 15, 1911, and is noted as the westernmost German settlement in Texas (Wikipedia).
- Steady housing count. Slaton had 2,565 housing units in 2000 and 2,556 in 2020, so most homes in town are not new.
- Vacancy. 13.6% of housing units were vacant in 2020, with a homeowner vacancy rate of 0.9% and rental vacancy of 14.4%.
- Climate zone. Lubbock County is in Climate Zone 3B (OpenEI); ENERGY STAR recommends R-49 for an uninsulated attic there.
Slaton Questions
Can you insulate the walls of an older Slaton house?
Usually yes. We blow dense-pack cellulose into closed wall cavities through small holes and patch them afterward. We check for wiring and blocking first.
What if my attic has old loose fill that looks like gravel?
That may be vermiculite, which can contain asbestos. We do not disturb it. Have it tested first, and use a licensed abatement company if needed.
Is insulation worth it on a rental?
It often is. Better attic insulation and sealing lower cooling costs and make the house easier to rent. We can quote just the attic to keep it simple.
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