Moore knows what it means to rebuild. From post-tornado construction to established neighborhoods, spray foam insulation delivers the performance and resilience that Moore homeowners demand.
No city in the OKC metro has a more complicated relationship with severe weather than Moore. The tornadoes of May 3, 1999 and May 20, 2013 reshaped entire neighborhoods, and the rebuilding process that followed changed how Moore thinks about home construction. Spray foam insulation became one of the defining material choices of that rebuilding era. Families who had watched fiberglass batts scatter in the wind, absorb floodwater, and grow mold in damaged attics made a deliberate decision to insulate their new homes with something better. Today, spray foam is one of the most requested insulation products in Moore, and Bo's Insulation has been installing it here for over eight years.
But Moore is not just a story of tornado rebuilds. The city has well-established neighborhoods dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, along with ongoing new construction on its expanding edges. Each type of home presents its own insulation challenges, and spray foam addresses them all — though in different ways and for different reasons.
The tornado damage paths through Moore — particularly along SE 4th Street, Plaza Towers, and Briarwood — produced thousands of homes that were rebuilt from the foundation up. Many of these families chose spray foam insulation during reconstruction, and the results speak for themselves. Rebuilt homes with spray foam consistently report energy bills 35-50% lower than their original homes had, along with dramatically improved comfort and indoor air quality. The foam bonds directly to the framing, creating a seamless envelope that moves with the structure during high winds rather than separating and failing. For homeowners who have lived through the worst that Oklahoma weather can deliver, that kind of resilience is not a luxury — it is a requirement.
Moore's original subdivisions — the neighborhoods along 4th Street, 12th Street, and south of 19th Street that were not in the tornado paths — are home to thousands of brick ranch-style houses built during a construction boom that prioritized speed and affordability over energy performance. These homes typically have R-11 fiberglass batts in the walls and R-19 in the attic, both of which have degraded substantially over four to five decades. The attic insulation has settled and compressed, the batts in the walls have slumped and developed gaps, and air sealing was not part of the original construction process.
For these established Moore homes, spray foam in the attic is often the single most impactful upgrade available. By spraying the roofline rather than the attic floor, we bring the entire attic space — including HVAC ductwork and air handlers — inside the conditioned envelope of the house. Homeowners notice the difference immediately: rooms that were always too hot in summer become comfortable, the HVAC system runs less frequently, and energy bills drop significantly.
New neighborhoods are going up along the eastern and southern edges of Moore, and savvy builders are increasingly offering spray foam as a standard or upgrade option. For new construction, spray foam is applied during the framing stage before drywall is hung, providing a perfect installation environment. Homeowners who specify spray foam in their new Moore home start saving on energy costs from day one, and the foam's 50+ year lifespan means they will never need to replace it.
Spray foam insulation is a two-component system. Part A (isocyanate) and Part B (polyol resin) are stored separately in heated drums on our spray rig. When the two components meet at the tip of the spray gun, they react instantly, expanding into a foam that bonds to whatever surface it contacts. The expansion happens within seconds, and the foam reaches full cure within minutes.
The key advantage in a city like Moore is that expansion process. As the foam expands, it fills every crack, gap, nail hole, and irregular surface in the cavity. There are no seams, no gaps, no places for air to leak through. In a tornado rebuild home, this means the entire building envelope is sealed in a way that batt insulation simply cannot achieve. In an older Moore ranch home, it means the drafts around electrical outlets, plumbing penetrations, and recessed lights are eliminated at the source.
We offer both open-cell and closed-cell spray foam. Open-cell is lighter, more flexible, and more affordable — it is our go-to recommendation for Moore attics and interior walls. Closed-cell is denser, provides a higher R-value per inch, and doubles as a moisture barrier — making it the right choice for crawl spaces, rim joists, and any area exposed to water or ground contact. Most Moore projects use a combination of both products, tailored to the specific needs of each area of the home.
Spray foam insulation costs in Moore are in line with the broader OKC metro:
Moore's established ranch homes from the 1970s and 1980s tend to have straightforward attic layouts that keep costs on the lower end. Tornado rebuild homes are often larger with more complex rooflines, which can increase the total project cost. New construction spray foam is typically the most cost-effective because the open framing allows for fast, efficient application. We provide free on-site estimates for every Moore project, so there are no surprises.
Bo's Insulation offers every type of insulation service Moore homeowners need:
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After the 1999 and 2013 tornadoes, Moore families rebuilding from scratch wanted the strongest, most durable insulation available. Spray foam bonds to the structure, resists wind and water, and delivers energy performance that conventional insulation cannot match. Many rebuilt homes with spray foam report energy bills 35-50% lower than their original homes.
Open-cell spray foam in Moore costs $1.50-$2.50 per square foot, and closed-cell costs $2.50-$4.00 per square foot. A typical Moore attic project runs $1,650-$6,000 depending on size and foam type. We provide free estimates for every Moore home.
Absolutely. These homes were built with insulation standards far below what is recommended today, and the original fiberglass batts have degraded significantly over four to five decades. Spray foam in the attic can cut your energy bills by 30-40% and eliminate the hot and cold spots that are common in these older Moore homes.
Closed-cell spray foam adds structural rigidity to walls and roof assemblies, which can help a home resist higher wind loads. It also will not blow out, absorb water, or grow mold if the home sustains damage — important advantages in Moore's tornado-prone environment. However, no insulation product alone can make a home tornado-proof.
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