How Much Home Insulation Costs

Winter is coming, and when it comes to preparing your home for the icy temperatures, putting in or upgrading insulation is usually at the top of the list. When you’re budgeting to winterize your home, do you know how much to allocate to insulation? Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here with a few estimates of how much you can expect to pay for insulation in Fort Lauderdale. 

The first thing to think about when installing or upgrading insulation in your home is if you want to do it yourself or have an established insulation contractor come in and perform the job. Doing it yourself may save you money, but you will have to buy all the components, equipment, and use your own time doing the job (typically a two-day project). Also, if something should happen, you’ll have to pay to fix any issues. Plus, a job in your 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. Undoubtedly, the lower end of the cost estimate is in large part due to “do it yourself” installations. But, the main takeaway is that even with a smaller investment you can dramatically boost the energy efficiency of your home while also enhancing your comfort. 

So with the possible savings, why wouldn’t you just do it yourself? 

There are multiple reasons. 

First, company installed insulation typically has a higher R-value, the standard of resistance to heat flow through a given thickness of material. Simply put? The insulation installed by insulation companies is normally higher quality and is more effective because it is more comprehensive and covers more areas that are more difficult to access for the usual DIY installation. 

Second, expert insulation installers will know how much insulation you should have for each region of your home. Homeowners often miscalculate the amount of insulation needed to insulate their home, causing their insulation job to be inefficient and in need of additional insulation. This can cost a lot more money ultimately, not just for more components and equipment, but also because your energy bills could increase since your insulation isn’t as useful as it could be. 

Another thing to consider is equipment. To correctly install insulation you typically need specific equipment. Consumers can rent equipment to place insulation, but the standard of the equipment, like the quality of the actual insulation, it typically higher with an expert insulation installation business. Plus you don’t have to worry about whether you are operating the equipment properly. 

Not only can upgrading insulation help you save money on your utility bills, you can also earn a tax credit amount of 10% of the cost, up to $500.  

Remember while you’re getting your home ready for winter, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is currently offering discounts on furnace tune-ups, HVAC systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 954-736-4314 today to set up your service appointment and ensure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and cozy all winter!