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About Us

Active Foam Specialists, LLC has been installing Icynene Insulation into homes in the Chicagoland area since 2002. All of our sprayers and sales team members have gained accreditation by our manufacturer, Icynene, for both extensive building science and product knowledge. It is our top priority to provide you with all of the information you need to make The Icynene Choice. Not all insulation is the same; insist on Icynene.

Learn more about the products we offer, including Icynene Insulation.

We are committed to environmentally responsible building.

Energy Star Partner

Energy Star™ Qualified Products

http://www.energystar.gov

In order for a building to earn the Energy Star™ designation, it must achieve a number of criteria. However, it can be difficult to find ways to improve energy performance according to these standards, especially in a existing construction. Active Foam Specialists solves this problem with the Energy Star qualified products it offers.

GreenSpec Listed

GreenSpec-Listed Products

http://www.buildinggreen.com

GreenSpec® focuses on products that are environmentally preferable. Products that they have researched include windows, roofing, appliances, plumbing, and of course, insulation. In order for a product to be GreenSpec-listed, it must be made of some kind of recycled material, conserve natural resources, avoid toxic emissions, save energy, and be safe. Active Foam Specialists offers GreenSpec-listed green building products.

U.S. Green Building Council Member

Comitted to Healthy Building

http://www.usgbc.org

The U.S. Green Building Council promotes the advancement of environmentally responsible structures. Active Foam Specialists is a member of the USGBC, showing that we are committed to green, healthy building that improves the quality of life for everyone.

Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago

Respected Member of HBAGC

http://www.hbagc.com

Active Foam Specialists is a respected member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago, a trade association that represents over 2,000 other area builders, designers, manufacturers, and groups involved in various elements of residential construction.

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

National Association of the Remodeling Industry Member

http://www.narichicago.org

"Dear Homeowner or Remodeling Industry Associate,

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to Active Foam Specialists, LLC, as a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of the REMODELING INDUSTRY (NARI) for the period commencing May 1, 2011 and ending May 1, 2012.

Active Foam Specialists, LLC, as a member in good standing, has agreed to conform to the Code of Ethics of NARI and the Association bylaws.

In selecting Active Foam Specialists, LLC as your remodeling industry contractor/associate you may rest assured that NARI, as an ally to the nation's homeowners and remodeling industry, has screen them for their acceptance for membership.

In the event you would care to speak to me personally, either with respect to your choice of industry contractor/associate or with reference with the services being provided, I can be reached at 847-298-6212.

Sincerely,
Mimi Altman
Executive Director, National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Greater Chicagoland Chapter

Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance Member

Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance Member

http://www.sprayfoam.org (Membership Directory)

Active Foam Specialists is a member of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance, an organization that promotes the use of and provides education about spray polyurethane insulation and climate control systems.

Our Safety Coordinator completed training offered by The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry of the American Chemistry Council. It is important to have the most up-to-date information when dealing with spray polyurethane foam insulation in order to be responsible for the health and safety of your employees.

American Chemistry Council

Recognition of Completion:
SPF Chemical Health & Safety Training

by KRISTEEN M. KEYZER, ACTIVE FOAM SPECIALISTS

Completed: 4/6/11. Expires: 4/6/2013.

Business Journal of McHenry County

As Seen in Business Journal of McHenry County

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"A smart homeowner would choose to spend more for spray foam insulation, said Mike McNish, 41, owner of Active Foam Specialists (AFS).

McNish has 20 years' experience in construction work and owns Aero, a commercial contracting business in Johnsburg. He was building a home for himself in 2001 and knew he wanted foam insulation."