How Much Home Insulation Costs

Winter is on its way, and when it comes to getting your home ready for the frigid temperatures, adding or upgrading insulation is typically at the top of the list. When you’re budgeting to get your home ready for winter, do you know how much to allocate to insulation? A1 Chesney Service Experts is here with some estimates of how much you can expect to shell out for insulation in Calgary. 

The first thing to think about when adding or upgrading insulation in your home is whether you want to do it yourself or have an expert insulation contractor come in and perform the work. Doing it yourself can save you money, but you will have to buy all the components, equipment, and spend your own time doing the job (typically a two-day project). Also, if something goes wrong, you’ll have to pay to repair any issues. Plus, working in an attic or crawlspace can be exhausting and uncomfortable. 

The usual cost of blown-in insulation installation is between $1000 and $1500. We see that most people spend between $900 and $1900 to have blown-in insulation installed. Undoubtedly, the lower end of the cost estimate reflects “do it yourself” installations. But, the important point is that even with a moderate investment you can seriously improve the energy efficiency of your home while also upgrading your comfort. 

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

There are a few reasons. 

First, company installed insulation typically has a higher R-value, the measure of resistance to heat flow through a specific thickness of material. In English The insulation installed by professionals is normally higher quality and is more effective because it is more thorough and covers more sections that are more difficult to access for the common DIY installation. 

Second, professional insulation installers will be aware how much insulation you need for each area of your home. Homeowners often miscalculate the amount of insulation required to insulate their home, resulting in their insulation job being inefficient and in need of more insulation. This can cost a lot more money in the long run, not just for more insulation and equipment, but also because your heating and cooling bills could increase since your insulation isn’t as useful as it could be. 

Another thing to keep in mind is equipment. To properly install insulation you commonly need particular equipment. Homeowners can rent equipment to put in insulation, but the quality of the equipment, like the quality of the actual insulation, it normally higher with a professional insulation installation business. Plus you don’t need to worry about whether you are running the equipment appropriately. 

Not only can adding insulation help you save money on your energy 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, A1 Chesney Service Experts is currently offering discounts on seasonal tune-ups, HVAC systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 587-315-5271 today for your service appointment and ensure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and comfortable all winter!