About
Introduction
Since 1978, we have been restoring older homes: the drafty ones. Today, we are insulating new developments. And, transforming cold offices and industrial complexes into pleasant workplaces. For effective results, it is imperative we know exactly where air filtrates a structure. This is not guess work. Computerized, diagnostic scanning is the key. We use a blower-door-fan which mounts on an entry way.
Pressurized air is forced throughout the building, accurately computing: internal air flow, leakage rate and convective looping (the process of air movement within walls and ceilings). Our infra-red cameras can then seek out these trouble spots. Missed wall cavities, settling of older insulation around pipes and studding, in short, all hidden culprits are discovered and dealt with. This is quality control. You could say; we “scan” our own performance. And thus, offer quality results.
History
Lantz Insulation dates back to 1978 when it was started with one van and two employees, then called Lantz Roofing Co. and owned by Amos Lantz and his wife Sharon. In 1981 the business was sold to Amos’ brother Elam Lantz, when Amos and Sharon decided to move to N.W. Ontario for an indefinite period of time. Elam continued the business, added a new product line of insulation materials, and renamed the company “Lantz Roofing and Insulation”.
After Amos and Sharon returned to Pennsylvania in 1984, Amos worked for Elam as a roofer and salesman for the insulation line of business. Roofing and Insulation were both doing so well that the brothers decided it would be a good idea to divide the business into two separate factions. Elam would handle roofing and Amos would be in charge of the insulation side of the business. Amos’ goal was to become an insulation expert, which he succeeded in, by going to seminars and keeping up-to-date on new developments on the subject. Because of that commitment, Lantz Insulation became known for our great service and quality work and for our commitment to doing the best job possible.
Sadly, Amos died in July of 1988, leaving the business to his wife Sharon. By December of that year, Elam rejoined as part-time manager and relocated his roofing business to our warehouse to be more available to the insulation company, at all levels of operations.
By April of 1990, Elam sold his roofing business and became a full-time General Manager, which was welcomed as Elam has a great history with this company and is an experienced manager and an expert in the insulation field. By 1996, Elam and his wife Lena bought the business from Sharon.Since 1996, Elam has continued to carry the torch his brother Amos lit back in 1984. Elam and his team spearheaded the importance of air seal and energy efficiency long before local and state energy codes enforced them.
In 2009 Elam’s son-in-law Jerry Keith started installing insulation for him. Jerry would eventually have a small role in the office assisting Elam and his team. By 2017 Jerry had become the office manager as well as a full-time estimator. Jerry purchased Lantz Insulation from Elam in July of 2022.
There have been changes within our company structure, since 1988. While Amos is greatly missed, we deeply appreciate the foundation he built, as we carry forward. Our business purpose, quality products, and excellent customer service has remained unchanged and continues to be the very heart and soul of our company.
