Estimating the cost of an insulation retrofit

Demystify the factors that influence your insulation project's price tag and maximize your return on investment.

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Estimating the cost of an insulation retrofit

Demystify the factors that influence your insulation project's price tag and maximize your return on investment.

Get a free quote

1. Your home's age and architecture

Every home is different, and the year your home was built, its size, and its architecture all influence the scope and requirements of your insulation project.

Details like wall height, attic pitch, crawl space dimensions, and the number of stories your house has have a direct impact on the cost.

If you're curious about an insulation retrofit but want to understand the cost, we can get you started with a free quote.

The architecture of a home influences the cost of an insulation retrofit
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The architecture of a home influences the cost of an insulation retrofit

1. Your home's age and architecture

Every home is different, and the year your home was built, its size, and its architecture all influence the scope and requirements of your insulation project.

Details like wall height, attic pitch, crawl space dimensions, and the number of stories your house has have a direct impact on the cost.

If you're curious about an insulation retrofit but want to understand the cost, we can get you started with a free quote.

Fiberglass Insulation, Cellulose Insulation, and Spray Foam Insulation are some of the most commonly used insulation types

2. Material performance

Choosing the best insulation for your home depends on the climate you live in, the type of home you have, its size, and personal preferences. You'll want to consider its cost, longevity, and effectiveness. You'll also want to consider the ideal R-value for your home and region (R-value measures how well insulation resists heat flow. The higher the R-value, the more it resists the transfer of heat).

Insulation prices vary – Some materials have a high price tag, but they have high thermal efficiency or durability. Others are more affordable, either because they are easy to install or easier to manufacture.

An expert can provide multiple options to help you meet your goals for your home and stay in your budget.

Fiberglass Insulation, Cellulose Insulation, and Spray Foam Insulation are some of the most commonly used insulation types

2. Material performance

Choosing the best insulation for your home depends on the climate you live in, the type of home you have, its size, and personal preferences. You'll want to consider its cost, longevity, and effectiveness. You'll also want to consider the ideal R-value for your home and region (R-value measures how well insulation resists heat flow. The higher the R-value, the more it resists the transfer of heat).

Insulation prices vary – Some materials have a high price tag, but they have high thermal efficiency or durability. Others are more affordable, either because they are easy to install or easier to manufacture.

An expert can provide multiple options to help you meet your goals for your home and stay in your budget.

3. Federal tax credits

The Inflation Reduction Act can put money back in your pocket when filing your tax returns if you upgrade your home insulation.

Specifically, the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit can be applied to insulation materials and air-sealing systems.

You can also use the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit for a home energy audit before you get started. A home energy audit is done by an insulation professional to identify the specific areas of your home that need attention.

The best part? LayerUp takes the headache out of paperwork, providing all the documents you need to claim tax credits when April rolls around.

Get tax credits from the inflation reduction act
Get tax credits from the inflation reduction act

3. Federal tax credits

The Inflation Reduction Act can put money back in your pocket when filing your tax returns if you upgrade your home insulation.

Specifically, the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit can be applied to insulation materials and air-sealing systems.

You can also use the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit for a home energy audit before you get started. A home energy audit is done by an insulation professional to identify the specific areas of your home that need attention.

The best part? LayerUp takes the headache out of paperwork, providing all the documents you need to claim tax credits when April rolls around.

Regional energy rebates backed by utility companies can help you save money on an insulation upgrade

4. Rebate programs in your region

Your city might have additional rebates to further offset the cost.

Many utility companies offer region-specific rebates to sweeten the deal on your efficiency upgrade.

An expert in your area can tell you about any local or utility-backed rebates available in your area and ensure you don't miss out on any deals.

Regional energy rebates backed by utility companies can help you save money on an insulation upgrade

4. Rebate programs in your region

Your city might have additional rebates to further offset the cost.

Many utility companies offer region-specific rebates to sweeten the deal on your efficiency upgrade.

An expert in your area can tell you about any local or utility-backed rebates available in your area and ensure you don't miss out on any deals.

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