Between Elk Lake and the bay
Spray Foam Insulation in Elk Rapids, MI
A village on an isthmus with many seasonal homes.
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- Roof leaks, wet framing and old wiring pointed out before we cover them
A Village on an Isthmus
Spray Foam Insulation in Elk Rapids covers village homes, cottages and second homes on the narrow strip of land between Elk Lake and the East Arm of Grand Traverse Bay. The Elk River flows through the village into the bay. Elk Rapids sits about 13 miles northeast of Traverse City in Antrim County and is the county's largest incorporated community.
History
Abram S. Wadsworth platted the area in 1852 as Stevens, and it was renamed Elk Rapids in 1858. It was the Antrim County seat until 1879, and it was incorporated as a village in 1900. The railroad arrived on a spur in 1892.
Seasonal homes
The 2020 census counted 1,220 housing units and 1,529 residents, with 40.3% of units vacant but a homeowner vacancy rate of only 2.0%. That pattern points to many second homes. A house that sits lightly heated for months needs a tight crawl space or basement and rim, and an attic sealed against ice dams.
Older residents
The 2020 median age was 57.8, and 36.2% of residents were 65 or older. Many owners want warmer floors and lower bills with as little disruption as possible, which targeted rim, crawl space and attic work delivers.
Water on both sides
With Elk Lake on one side and the bay on the other, damp air and wind are part of life here. Closed-cell foam on rims and crawl space walls handles both.
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What to Know in Elk Rapids
- Isthmus. Elk Rapids sits on an isthmus between Elk Lake and the East Arm of Grand Traverse Bay, with the Elk River flowing through it (Wikipedia).
- Housing. 1,220 housing units at the 2020 census, 40.3% vacant, with a 2.0% homeowner vacancy rate (Wikipedia).
- History. Platted in 1852, renamed Elk Rapids in 1858, county seat until 1879 and a village since 1900 (Wikipedia).
- Ages. The 2020 median age was 57.8, and 36.2% of residents were 65 or older (Wikipedia).
Elk Rapids Questions
How do I protect a second home that sits empty in winter?
Seal and insulate the crawl space or basement walls and rim so the pipes stay warmer, and seal the attic.
Can you do the work while we are away?
Yes. Many owners prefer that, and it gives foam time to cure.
Do you come out to Elk Rapids?
Yes. It is part of our regular area up the East Arm.
What does a typical job here include?
Crawl space or rim foam and attic sealing and depth.
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