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Insulation is one of the most essential parts of any home. Here in Florida, insulation serves to keep moisture and allergens out of your home while keeping air conditioned or heated air inside. When it comes to keeping your family comfortable (and preventing damage to your home) it’s likely you want the best insulation you can get. Many Florida homeowners agree that spray foam is the best, but wonder about the hit that spray foam may take on their wallets. So what does spray foam insulation cost, anyway? Let’s dive into the details.<\/p>\n

Spray Foam Insulation Cost<\/h1>\n

When you go to the grocery store to buy eggs or milk, the price you see is the price you pay. However, when you go to a car dealership, you\u2019ll find that it works very differently. There\u2019s a basic price for the car, then there are expenses for all the add-ons: the speaker system, spoiler, sun-roof, or any other customizable piece. Not until the accessories are added up can you determine the total cost of the car. The same goes for spray foam insulation.<\/p>\n

No two insulation projects are identical, so the price will vary from home to home. Here are some factors that might affect the price of your insulation project.<\/p>\n

What Kind of Insulation Do You Need?<\/h2>\n

There are actually two\u00a0spray foam insulation options<\/a>: open cell and closed cell. While open cell foam is less expensive ($0.44 – $0.65 per board foot), it is not as effective as closed cell. It expands easily, which allows it to be sprayed in difficult to reach places, but it is less dense, which gives it a lower R-value<\/a>. Ultimately, more open cell foam is needed to get the same effect as closed cell, which can make the cheap option more expensive. Additionally, it is not resistant to water, and moisture can spell trouble for your home.<\/p>\n

While\u00a0closed cell foam insulation<\/a>\u00a0is more expensive ($1.00 – $1.50 per board foot), it offers many benefits that open cell cannot. It is water resistant, keeping that dangerous moisture out of your walls, and it has a high R-value. And because it\u2019s more dense, it can actually provide structural support for your walls!<\/p>\n

Are You Building A New Home?<\/h2>\n

Insulation is a big project, which means the best time to consider it is when you\u2019re\u00a0building a home<\/a>. This allows for easy access to open walls. While it is possible to work on the insulation of an existing home, it is a much bigger (and more expensive) process.<\/p>\n

Additional Factors to Consider<\/h2>\n

Consider additional factors that may affect the price. Installing spray foam insulation<\/a> is not a do-it-yourself project; you will need to hire a certified spray foam contractor like Wattson Home Solutions, which means you will be responsible for labor costs.<\/p>\n

Another important factor is the area that you need insulated – how much insulation will you need? More insulation will mean higher costs. Before you begin your insulation project, talk with your contractors about any additional costs. This will help you know what to expect before the bill comes.<\/p>\n

Although no two projects will be identical, here are some estimates for insulation projects throughout different regions in the United States.<\/p>\n

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Spray Foam Insulation as an Investment<\/h2>\n

For many, the cost of insulation can be a deterrent. Why pay so much just to insulate a home? It\u2019s important to remember that spray foam insulation isn\u2019t just a purchase, it\u2019s an investment. Insulation keeps outside air from getting in (and inside air from getting out) which means you’ll use less energy to cool or heat your home. And less energy means lower energy costs. Over time, you could save enough money to cover the initial spray foam insulation cost and then some!<\/p>\n

Spray foam insulation<\/a> is a big investment, but it could save you thousands in the long run. Are you ready to find out how spray foam insulation<\/a> can help you? Get your free\u00a0spray foam insulation consultation<\/a>\u00a0from Wattson Home Solutions to find out.<\/p>\n

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