The Breathable Home

4.9 (60)

106 Green St, Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 512-2408
thebreathablehome.com

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Insulation contractor
Air conditioning contractor
Energy equipment and solutions
Heating equipment supplier

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Rob Curran

2024-01

Drew and his team at the Breathable Home are a breath of fresh air in the very tricky business of winterizing old Maine homes in a sustainable fashion. We have had extensive dealings with a half-a-dozen companies in this line of business and The Breathable Home is the only one that takes a comprehensive view without charging a fortune. My wife and I were almost forced to sell a home we purchased in Maine at a loss because the costs of adding the sustainable heating source we wanted -- mini split heat pumps -- was so prohibitive. We were at our wit's end. The Breathable Home has given us an extensive retrofit that has turned a drafty, frozen-piped summer home to an air-tight, fully electric heated, cozy year-round cottage -- all for a 4-figure net cost. Drew initially came to look at insulating walls and was very flexible and imaginative on this task. We didn't want to pull down any walls or be left with a patchwork of holes. We had had a lot of trouble working out the best kind of insulation to use and how to get it behind walls. Thanks to Drew and his team's problem-solving approach, we ended up insulating two living spaces, almost without any drywall complications. Drew did not push his company's heat-pump services until he realized that we could be eligible for a huge state rebate. He guided us through the complex process of getting preapproval, and made sure we had our electrician plan in place. A couple of months later and we have gone from a three-headed heat pump system to a six-headed system that gets heat to every corner of the three-story building. So happy right now.

Christina Rezk

2024-02

My experience with this company has been exceptional. The house is an envelope design that had not been maintained by any of the previous homeowners. The insulation was no longer good and after an incorrect insulation job by another company Tom was able to correct the problem. Looking forward to having a home that is warmer in the winter. Instead of keeping the envelope design I decided to close up the shafts and convert it to a conventional style home. Tom worked out a plan and Brandon, Robbie and Isaac were phenomenal. They were very considerate and cleaned up everything. I had both an attic and a crawl space done. Thank you!

Tony Louvat

2018-05

From beginning to end this install was one of the best experiences I've had as a consumer. Everything was done in a professional manner. The installer(s) were on time and made sure they cleaned up after themselves during and after the work was completed. Bo, Nadine , and Brandon were easy to work with and went above and beyond the statement of work. I would recommend them to anyone looking for Heat Pump installs and advice on making your home/shop as energy efficient as possible. I would and will do business with The Breathable Home in the future.

Jake Maxmin

2023-09

Fantastic service and amazing experience having multiple heat pump units installed recently. Couldn’t have asked for more patience from Brandon and Adam. Very grateful for their hard work and looking forward to working with the Breathable Home again in the future. Thank you!

Richard Cormier

2022-05

I worked with The Breathable Home to seal & add more insulation to my attic, and to have a mini-split heat pump installed. They also handled submitting the required paperwork to efficiency Maine for various rebates.They did everything for the heat pump installation, including electrical work. The workmanship was very high quality, both the indoor and outdoor unit look outstanding. The unit works great as well, I've significantly reduced my oil usage with just one indoor unit, and I was mostly just buying the heat pump for AC in the summer. The installation crew also did a great job cleaning up afterwards, there was no trace that they were ever there!The work to my attic was equally as good as the heat pump installation. They fixed a few things that had worn out up there and sealed all the air gaps on the first day. The second day they blew in more insulation and replaced my attic hatch with one that sealed better. Workmanship was very good, and they did an excellent job cleaning all the stray cellulose insulation that gets everywhere. The insulation made a massive difference in the temperature of my house, and the air sealing made it far less drafty. I would highly recommend having your attic looked at if your house is losing a lot of heat or is drafty.Overall The Breathable Home did an excellent job and I highly recommend them. I will certainly be going back if I decide to add more heat pumps down the line.

Mark Wild

2019-05

This is our 2nd high performance building envelope improvement project we have completed with Bo, Nadine and the Crew. Excellent communicators, know how to work on a remodeling company's production schedule, tidy, skilled and experienced workers that have an excellent attitude and demeanor. We look forward to continuing our professional relationship with this environmentally focused company.

Joseph Vari

2022-05

Breathable Home was great to work with when they installed two mini-split systems for us. From the quote to the install they were very professional. The install staff were helpful in talking through how the units worked. They were even helpful with a small change on our install date, due to a conflict that we had. They are super busy, so get on their calendar now!Services: Heating system repair, Heating system maintenance

David Znamierowski Kimberly Haynes

2020-05

The Breathable Home is one of the best subs that I've used in building any home. Their prices were very competitive but the care and thought that the installers used went above and beyond anything I had a reasonable expectation of receiving. The installers were experienced, knowledgeable and personally engaging. They performed the work with precision and care (no floors or walls were harmed!) and cheerfully installed the outside unit in a very difficult location under a deck in a very limited access space. The Breathable Home came recommended to me by two friends, each of whom used them for a mini-split installation. I will be using them as my "go-to" for future builds.

Gilman Coryell

2021-05

The Breathable Home installed heat pumps in my remodel project. I appreciated the time they took to determine the best configuration for the space. They were professional, on time , responded promptly to questions and concerns, and we're competitively priced. I would definitely recommend them.

Todd H Mosher

2023-05

We are the proud owners of a new Mitsubishi Heat Pump system. Bo, Nadine and their entire team were absolutely outstanding from start to finish. The installation process could not have been more perfect - and the level of professionalism and value are second to none!! I simply can't recommend them highly enough.

Ron Grant

2019-05

In February of 2018, Bo and his Breathable Home team performed a complete insulation upgrade for our 70 year-old Cape. They spray-foamed the basement walls and side attics, added blown-in cellulose in the attics and installed an air-source heat pump. These improvements greatly decreased our heating oil use and our home is more comfortable, winter and summer, than it has ever been. The Breathable Home crew was great to work with. They were very careful in their work practices and cleaned-up well as they completed each phase. Nadine also processed the Efficiency-Maine rebates as part of the service. We were completely satisfied. I would highly recommend this business for any of this work.

Jon Maxcy

2020-05

I was very Happy working with The Breathable Home on my new construction. They insulated, installed Heat Pumps and and air exchange system.The inspector from Efficiency Maine said "This is the best heat pump installation I have EVER seen!" As a new home owner, this was great to hear. I highly recommend The Breathable home.

Samy Sturtevant

2022-05

We love working with The Breathable Home to help make our 202 year old farmhouse more heat and energy efficient! Tom has been so helpful and very responsive every time we have contacted him with a question or concern. They performed an energy audit as well as installed spray foam in our attached garage. I can't recommend them enough!

Devin Williams

2020-05

After asking around for spray foam contractors The Breathable Home came highly recommended and I can see why. Everyone I worked with was very knowledgeable and professional. Prices were reasonable and very straightforward. They even take care of the Efficiency Maine rebate paperwork for you. Couldn't be happier with my decisions to use them and made a drastic improvement in the comforter level in my house.

Liz Kalil

2021-05

Fantastic! Highly recommended The Breathable Home. Great communication, outstanding service, knowledgeable, friendly, and responsive. Have used them for several different services and have been thrilled with the entire process each time. They show up when they say they will, provide excellent services, and the follow up is great. Couldn't be any more happy!2020 UPDATE: Had additional work done by The Breathable Home and once again it was 5+star work. The process from the beginning to the end was exceptional. Recommend without any reservations and look forward to working with them again on our next project!

Cindy Woodard

2023-08

I was absolutely impressed with this business. They were always on time, cleaned up thoroughly after each day and were so respectful of my space. I would recommend them to the nth degree. Paige, working in the office, simplified the financial aspect. So glad I went with this business!

Eric Dann

2019-05

The Breathable Home was a great company to deal with for both my attic and basement insulation projects. Bo was very informative and responsive when conducting and explaining the energy assessment, quote details and Efficiency Maine rebate program. The crews conducted their work in a professional manner and cleaned up at the end of each day. I am happy to support a local business and would recommend TBH to anyone needing an energy assessment or insulation contractor.

Stephen Heath

2022-05

Bo came and scoped out the crawl space above the apartments in my building, gave me an estimate and set the date for the work. His crew came shortly there after. The crawl space was cramped, perhaps three feet high. The crew cut an access hatch and had to crawl much of the distance of the building on their stomachs to get their equipment in. I thought it was a very difficult work space, but they did it with no complaints. They were very professional, cleaned up their work area, installed a hatch for access to the area if ever needed again and completed their work in much less time than I thought it would take.They have installed heat pumps in a couple of other buildings for me with the same results. I would highly recommend The Breathable Home for a professional job that will meet your expectations and will be done at a reasonable price. This is an excellent company.Steve Heath

Lou Jacobs

2021-05

The team at The Breathable Home is amazing. You have NOTHING to worry about. I scheduled the installation of a heat pump with Nadine & Bo. Perfect. His crew of Brandon and Adam did a wonderful job, efficiently, without mess, without hassle. They taught us about the machine and it's working great. Game changer. We are so much more comfortable on hot and/or humid days. Best investment in the house. of the past 10 years. I didn't realize how bad the heat was, until I felt how cool the house could be! The planet may be getting hotter, but we are getting cooler. Excited to see the savings on oil too! I can't recommend this team enough!

Duke Sparrow

2022-05

I met many different employees from this company, from the guy that came out to conduct the original Weatherization Audit, to guys that came out to install a heat pump, and then different guys again to insulate my attic. I also exchanged numerous emails with administrative staff to answer my questions and handle payment options. Every single person was friendly, knowledgeable, and most important HONEST about what I should expect and what work they can and cannot perform. They also referred me to outside contractors for things they knew I was concerned with but that they could not handle themselves, such as work I needed on the building itself. These guys are very knowledgeable about the work they are doing, and I will definitely use them again in the future.

Felicity Ouellette

2020-05

The Breathable Home has been so amazing to work with. Bo, Adam, Andy, & Tom were all very professional, kind, and thorough. They took the time to ask our questions and kept us in the loop with what progress they made for the 2 days they were at our home. Our attic had a severe condensation issue and needed insulation badly. They installed vents, insulation, and caulked/spray foamed like crazy. We definitely will be doing business with them in the future for our other home projects. We are excited to see our fuel costs go down and experience a more efficient attic with no more problems. Can’t recommend this business enough!

Andy Rice

2020-05

Recommend highly with no reservations! Thoughtful and honest assessment of my needs. Good attention to detail throughout the process, which required 3 separate crews (heat pump, spray foam and cellulose), and their services were well coordinated. The work was done well, the final product looked professional, and the job site was left clean. The house's temperature is more comfortable and stable, and it's now very tight in terms of air leakage. They are responsible, reliable, and committed to doing quality work. Just a great experience!

Ross Lasley

2020-05

Really awesome company and I'd strongly recommend them. From Tom the estimator to the office staff to the installers themselves - very professional, really felt comfy with them.Best bit: after they were done the furnace was cleaned and that tech (unprompted) came up and said: "Who did that spray foam? That's the best job of that I've ever seen".

Norleen Fleming

2020-05

We had two small projects completed by them . The first was installing a heat pump to our addition . Brandon was very professional, friendly and efficient . He completed the work in an appropriate amount of time , tested the unit and left everything in great condition , no mess to clean up.Our second project was spray foam insulation under our cottage. Again they were we’re timely , professional and left nothing to clean up . They even called as requested when the job was complete as we weren’t there when they did the work due to the process of installation.I would highly recommend this company and both projects .Nadine in the office was also terrific whenever I contacted her via email or phone .

Jane McIntosh

2022-05

The Breathable Home provided a no nonsense and flawless experience. They showed up on time for the estimate, assessed the area and confidently suggested where the heat pump should be located. The estimate arrived in a timely fashion. The unit was installed cleanly and professionally. I highly recommend The Breathable Home.e,

Bob Lorenz

2020-05

I highly recommend Breathable Home. My experience with them has been incredibly wonderful. It’s rare to find a company which empowers its people to constantly evaluate what they are doing and how they can make it more affect. They did that and every step they took. There were some unpleasant surprises underneath the top layer of the existing insulation. They took each challenge in stride. In fact, they were able to improve upon one plan which actually saved me a considerable amount of money. They think about the customer first. You won’t be disappointed if you choose them.

Tyler Backus

2023-05

I have already had 3 projects done this company. They do great work and feel as though they are competitively priced. The first 3 projects had pretty open ended timelines, so it worked out well.A few years back I had them spray foam the rim joist and they did an energy audit.Last year they spray foamed my roof, then later in the year installed a heat pump.This year I working on a 4th project with them. This is an addition, and the timeline has relied on other subcontractors, unfortunately nothing has gone to the timeline. Bo and Nadine were able to move me up from an original date, after some early misunderstandings, but with other contractors falling behind because a road commissioner decided to not open up their roads until 3 weeks after all of the surrounding towns, the project is well off schedule.Even if they cannot fit me into their busy schedule during a preferred time, they do great work and I am sure they will do what they can on rescheduling.

Brigitta Tadmor

2021-05

The company is awesome! I had a pretty complex project where I needed expert advice. I not only got great advice but the company also bent backwards to get the work done and do so on time and for a rather reasonable price. I can recommend the Breathable Home to anyone who needs to do insulation or related work in their home. BrigittaService: Remodeling

Mary Hiers,LCSW

2020-05

We used the Breathable Home to assess needs and improve the energy effeciency of our home. Per suggestion, we replaced an old refigerator and had our dryer refitted. We saw a dramatic drop in electricity in 1 month. They also weather sealed and insulated our home very efficiently and effectively. The entire staff, from the owner to work crews to the office manager, were all very competent, professional, respectful and accomodating. The pricing was fair and unlike any other home repairs we've had to our home, the final price was the same as the estimate! I would 100% recommend this company.I would

Barbara O'Reilly

2021-05

We are still amazed at the quality work and professionalism of everyone at the Breathable Home. They are knowledgeable, competent, thorough and actually come when they say they will. As I write this I am basking in the warmth of our new heat pump in my perfectly insulated old house. Highly recommend!

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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