House freezing and energy bills doubled in Covington?
Your attic insulation might be the culprit. Here's how to check and what blown attic insulation costs.
Your heating bill jumped 50% this winter in Covington. Upstairs bedrooms stay cold no matter how high you crank the heat. You feel drafts but can't pinpoint where they're coming from.
Most heat escapes through your attic, especially in older Covington homes. If you can see floor joists through your existing insulation, or if it's compressed and thin, heated air is rising straight out of your house. Poor attic insulation forces your furnace to work overtime.
Blown attic insulation typically costs $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot in Northern Kentucky. Most Covington homes need 1,200 to 1,800 square feet covered. The job takes 4-6 hours. Homes with easier attic access cost less. Older homes with knob-and-tube wiring or air sealing needs cost more.
Call an insulation contractor this week to check your attic. Look for R-38 to R-60 insulation depth, which means 12-18 inches of blown material. Central Insulation Systems Inc. has installed attic insulation in Covington since 1988. Get quotes from 2-3 licensed contractors. Don't wait until next winter.
Proper attic insulation cuts heating bills by 15-30%. Your house stays warmer. Rooms heat evenly. The investment typically pays for itself in 2-3 years through lower energy costs.
What people in Covington 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 Covington ask
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 to tell if plaster has asbestos
Don't disturb the plaster until you know what you're dealing with. Have a licensed asbestos inspector take a sample and send it to an accredited lab for testing — this is the only way to know for sure. If asbestos is confirmed, contact a certified asbestos abatement contractor to handle removal safely. Never sand, scrape, or drill into suspected asbestos plaster on your own.
attic insulation removal cost
Costs vary depending on the cause and how much insulation is affected, but most jobs require full removal and sanitation before re-insulation. Removal runs $1–2 per sq ft, and replacement adds another $1.50–4 per sq ft depending on insulation type. For a typical 1,000–1,500 sq ft attic, expect to pay $3,000–$10,000 or more when sanitation is involved. Pest or fire damage usually means the most thorough cleanup. Call us for a free estimate — we'll walk you through exactly what your attic needs.
adding insulation to old house worth it
It's never too late to add insulation. Older houses often have the most to gain from upgrades. You can blow insulation into existing walls and add attic insulation anytime. Most projects pay for themselves within 3-5 years.
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Central Insulation Systems handles attic insulation in Covington and the area around it.