How Much Home Insulation Costs

Winter is coming, and when it comes to winterizing your home for the frigid temperatures, installing 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? Church Services is here with a couple estimates of how much you can expect to pay for insulation in Houston.

The first thing to think about when installing or upgrading insulation in your home is do you want to do it yourself or have an expert insulation company come in and do the job. Doing it yourself can save you money, but you will have to buy all the components, equipment, and devote your own time doing the task (typically a more than one day project). Also, if something should happen, you’ll have to pay to repair any issues. Plus, working in the attic or crawlspace isn’t how most people want to spend their free time.

The typical cost of blown-in insulation installation is $1000 - $1500. We discover that most homeowners spend between $850 and $2000 to have blown-in insulation installed. Naturally, the lower end of the cost estimate reflects “do it yourself” installations. But, the important point is that even with a modest investment you can seriously upgrade the energy efficiency of your home while also enhancing your comfort.

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

There are a few reasons.

First, professionally installed insulation normally has a higher R-value, the measure of resistance to heat flow through a certain thickness of material. In normal words The insulation installed by professionals is normally higher quality and is more effective because it is more extensive and covers more spaces that are more difficult to access for the usual DIY installation.

Second, professional insulation installers will be aware how much insulation you require for each region of your home. Homeowners often underestimate the amount of insulation needed to insulate their home, causing their insulation job to be inefficient and in need of more insulation. This can cost a lot more money in the long run, not just for more components 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 keep in mind is equipment. To appropriately install insulation you typically need special equipment. Homeowners can rent equipment to place insulation, but the quality of the equipment, like the quality of the actual insulation, it usually higher with a professional insulation installation company. Plus you don’t need to worry about whether you are using the equipment appropriately.

Remember while you’re getting your home ready for winter, Church Services is currently offering discounts on furnace tune-ups, home comfort systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 713-396-3760 today to set up your service appointment and make sure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and cozy all winter!