House freezing and energy bills doubled in Covedale?
Check your attic insulation first. Most heat loss happens through the roof. Blown in insulation can cut your bills in half.
Your heating bill doubled this winter in Covedale, and some rooms stay cold no matter how high you set the thermostat. You feel drafts but can't find where they're coming from. The problem is likely above your head.
Heat rises and escapes through your attic faster than your furnace can replace it. In West Price Hill's early 20th-century homes, original insulation has settled or degraded over decades. If you can see floor joists through your attic insulation, you're losing money every hour your heat runs.
Blown in attic insulation typically costs $1,500 to $3,500 for most Covedale homes, depending on square footage and current insulation levels. The project includes air sealing gaps around pipes and wires, then blowing Owens Corning Atticat Pink fiberglass to R-38 or R-60 levels. Most installations take one day.
Go into your attic with a flashlight this week. If insulation doesn't cover the floor joists completely, you need more. Get quotes from three contractors who show you exactly what R-value you have now versus what you need. Central Insulation Systems Inc. has installed blown insulation in Hamilton County since 1988 and can measure your current levels during a free estimate.
Once proper insulation is installed, your heating bills drop 30-50% immediately. Cold rooms warm up evenly. Your furnace runs less often and lasts longer.
What people in Covedale say
"THEY DID A GOOD JOB AND I THOUGHT THE PRICE WAS REASONABLE."
"I worked with Kevin Con, their field specialist. Kevin talked to me over the phone for quite awhile to make sure that I had a good estimate and knowledge of the procedure. The team came out early and they were efficient in the processes. I would highly recommend them especially because they worked so closely with our roofing team to get the job done in one day."
"I am just so happy. They came out on a Tuesday (the owner Steve and his son) and took a look and had a crew of 2 out for me the next day! They got there at 8:30 am and all was completed by 2:00. The follow up was excellent. I could just go on and on. I am very impressed and want to insulate everything NOW because they were so excellent!"
Other things people in Covedale ask
asbestos floor tiles removal
Stop all work immediately. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive, hire a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. DIY removal is illegal in most areas and dangerous.
asbestos pipe insulation basement boiler
Stop going in that area immediately. Do not touch or disturb the insulation. Crumbling asbestos pipe insulation releases dangerous fibers. Get it tested professionally. The 2 options are to have it covered with special encapsulating material or have it removed by a licensed abatement contractor.
blown in attic insulation cost
Blown-in fiberglass costs $1.50-3.00 per square foot installed. Price depends on R-value needed and attic access. For a 1200 sq ft attic, expect $1800-3600 total. Cheaper quotes often mean lower R-value.
how much does asbestos removal cost
Asbestos removal cost depends on square footage, material type, and access difficulty. Pipe insulation runs $15-25 per linear foot. Floor tiles cost $5-15 per square foot. Get three licensed quotes and compare line items, not just total price.
can I remove asbestos myself DIY
No. DIY asbestos removal is illegal in most states and extremely dangerous. You need special licenses, containment equipment, and disposal permits. One mistake can contaminate your entire house and put your family at risk.
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Central Insulation Systems sells blown in insulation for Covedale and the area around it.