Winter is on its way, 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 get your home ready for winter, do you know how much to allocate to insulation? Midway Services is here with a couple estimates of how much you can expect to shell out for insulation in Clearwater.
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 established insulation team come in and do the job. 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 work (typically a multi-day project). Also, if something should go wrong, you’ll have to pay to repair any issues. Plus, spending long periods of time in your attic or crawlspace isn’t how most people want to spend their free time.
The typical cost of blown-in insulation installation is between $1000 and $1500. We discover that most people spend between $900 and $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 key point is that even with a smaller investment you can dramatically improve the energy efficiency of your home while also enhancing your comfort.
So with the potential savings, why wouldn’t you just install insulation yourself?
There are multiple reasons.
First, company installed insulation normally has a higher R-value, the amount of resistance to heat flow through a given thickness of material. In English The insulation installed by experts is normally higher quality and is more effective because it is more extensive and covers more sections that are more difficult to access for the usual DIY installation.
Second, expert insulation installers will understand how much insulation you should have for each region of your home. Homeowners often misjudge the amount of insulation needed to insulate their home, causing their insulation job to be inefficient and in need of further insulation. This can cost a lot more money over time, not just for more insulation and equipment, but also because your utility bills could increase since your insulation isn’t as useful as it could be.
Another thing to remember is equipment. To correctly 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 usually higher with a professional insulation installation business. Plus you won’t have to worry about whether you are running the equipment correctly.
Not only can upgrading insulation help you save money on your utility bills, you can also receive a tax credit amount of 10% of the cost, up to $500.
Remember while you’re readying your home for winter, Midway Services is currently offering discounts on heating tune-ups, home comfort systems, and complete home insulation options. Call 727-219-2471 today for your service appointment and ensure your furnace is ready to keep you safe and comfortable all winter!