The Cost of Home Insulation

Winter is right around the corner, and when it comes to winterizing your home for the icy temperatures, installing or upgrading insulation is usually high on the list. When you’re budgeting to prepare your home for winter, do you know how much to budget for insulation? Levy & Son is here with a couple estimates of how much you can expect to pay for insulation in Plano.

The first thing to decide when adding or upgrading insulation in your home is do you want to do it yourself or have an expert insulation contractor come in and perform the job. Choosing to do it yourself can save you money, but you will be responsible purchasing all the components, equipment, and devote your own time doing the job (typically a two-day project). Also, if something should go wrong, you’ll have to pay to troubleshoot any issues. Plus, spending long periods of time in the attic or crawlspace can be exhausting and uncomfortable.

The average cost of blown-in insulation installation is $1000 - $1500. We find that most people spend between $875-$1900 to have blown-in insulation installed. Obviously, the lower end of the cost estimate is due to “do it yourself” installations. But, the key point is that even with a modest investment you can seriously improve the energy efficiency of your home while also upgrading your comfort.

So with the possible savings, why wouldn’t you just install insulation yourself?

For a couple reasons.

First, company installed insulation usually has a higher R-value, the measure of resistance to heat flow through a specific thickness of material. In English The insulation installed by experts is usually higher quality and is more effective because it is more comprehensive and covers more spaces that are harder to access for the usual DIY installation.

Second, established insulation installers will be aware how much insulation you need for each region of your home. Homeowners often miscalculate the amount of insulation needed to insulate their home, leaving their insulation job inefficient and in need of further insulation. This can cost homeowners more money ultimately, not just for more insulation and equipment, but also because your heating and cooling bills could go up since your insulation isn’t as efficient as it could be.

Another thing to consider is equipment. To properly install insulation you commonly need specific equipment. Homeowners can rent equipment to install insulation, but the caliber of the equipment, like the quality of the actual insulation, it normally higher with an expert insulation installation contractor. Plus you won’t need to worry about whether you are using the equipment appropriately.

Remember while you’re preparing your home for winter, Levy & Son is currently offering discounts on heating tune-ups, HVAC systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 469-249-1971 today to schedule your service appointment and make sure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and cozy all winter!