Attic Insulation Types and Costs Comparison
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Cost to ย insulate an attic R-49 in per 1000 sq ft
- Cellulose $3200
- Fiberglass $2700
- Spray foam $8608
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Cellulose Insulation Costs Per Sq Foot Calculator
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- Attic insulation............................$2.30 Per Sq. Ft.
- Cathedral ceiling insulation.......$3.50 โ 5.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- Flat roof insulation......................$3.50 โ 5.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- Basement insulation...................$1.50 โ 4.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- The exterior wall insulation........$1.50 โ 4.50 Per Sq. Ft.
- Garage ceiling insulation............$3.50 โ 5.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- Transition wall insulation............$2.50 โ 4.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- Furnace room insulation.............$1.50 โ 4.00 Per Sq. Ft.
- Crawl space insulation...............$2.50 โ 4.50 Per Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen wall insulation................$1.50 โ 4.50 Per Sq. Ft.
- Bathroom wall insulation............$1.50 โ 4.50 Per Sq. Ft.
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- spray foam 1.65 per inch x sq ft
- cellulose on attic floor 2.50 per sq ft
- cellulose blown in walls / ceiling 2-4$ per sq ft
- mineral wool 4-5$ per sq ft
- fiberglass 1.90-2.40 per sq ft
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Why start with the attic?
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Since R-Value is measured in enclosed spaces, any air infiltration into the insulated cavity significantly reduces the intended R-Value.
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- Insulation labor and material
- Fire stop
- Air seal
- R-value to code
- Proper ventilation
- Cozy comfortable interior
- Pass occupancy inspections
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Attic Insulation Cost Advantages / Disadvantages
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- Cathedral ceiling
- Attic duct work
- Knee wall
- Vented attic
- Sidewall
- New construction sound dampening
Spray Foam Insulation Cost
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Fiberglass is rarely used except in basement walls.
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Basement Insulation - Mind the Moisture Barrier
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- Who will diagnose the current conditions of the home based on occupants experience with cold or drafty rooms in the winter and hot / humid 2nd floor bedrooms ย and create an action plan for change? will install the insulation.
- What is the reason for choosing to add insulation / ventilation to your attic, exterior ย walls, garage ceiling, basement, or crawlspace and what are the recommended R-values for areas you want to insulate.
- Where ย you want improvements on the interior living space (home) ย install/add insulation.
- Why types of insulation Cost Per Inch Vs. R-Value.
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