How Much Home Insulation Costs

Winter is on its way, and when it comes to getting your home ready for the icy temperatures, installing or upgrading insulation is typically at the top of the list. When you’re deciding how much to spend to winterize your home, do you know how much to allot for insulation? McKinley Heating Service Experts is here with a few estimates of how much you can expect to pay for insulation in Edmonton. 

The first thing to decide when putting in or upgrading insulation in your home is do you want to do it yourself or have a professional insulation company come in and do the work. Deciding to do it yourself could save you money, but you will have to buy all the components, equipment, and devote your own time doing the task (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 your attic or crawlspace can be exhausting and uncomfortable. 

The average cost of blown-in insulation installation is $1000 – $1500. We find that most homeowners spend between $850 and $2000 to have blown-in insulation installed. Obviously, the lower end of the cost estimate is in large part due to “do it yourself” installations. But, the important point is that even with a modest investment you can significantly upgrade the energy efficiency of your home while also upgrading your comfort. 

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

There are a few reasons. 

First, professionally installed insulation usually has a higher R-value, the measure of resistance to heat flow through a certain thickness of material. Simply put? The insulation installed by experts is usually higher quality and is more effective because it is more extensive and covers more spaces that are harder to access for the usual DIY installation. 

Second, expert insulation installers will know how much insulation you require for each area of your home. Homeowners often misjudge the amount of insulation required to insulate their home, causing their insulation job to be inefficient and in need of further insulation. This can cost a lot more money ultimately, not just for more materials and equipment, but also because your energy bills could go up since your insulation isn’t as effective as it could be. 

Another thing to consider is equipment. To correctly install insulation you typically need specific equipment. Homeowners can rent equipment to put in insulation, but the standard of the equipment, like the quality of the actual insulation, it normally higher with an established insulation installation contractor. Plus you won’t need to worry about whether you are running the equipment properly. 

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

Remember while you’re preparing your home for winter, McKinley Heating Service Experts is currently offering discounts on heating tune-ups, HVAC systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 780-800-7092 today to schedule your service appointment and make sure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and warm all winter!