Energy bills keep getting higher every month?
Your attic insulation might be the problem. Central Insulation Systems serves Dayton, OH.
Your heating and cooling costs are climbing even though you haven't changed how you use your home. Dayton's hot summers and cold winters make poor attic insulation expensive. Most homes built before 2000 don't have enough insulation by today's standards.
High energy bills usually mean heat is escaping through your attic in winter and getting in during summer. Old or thin insulation lets your furnace and air conditioner work overtime. Blown-in insulation settles over time, creating gaps where air moves freely between your house and attic.
Adding blown insulation to your attic typically costs between $1,500 and $3,500 for most Dayton homes. The price depends on your attic size and how much insulation you already have. Homes in Oakwood and Riverside with larger attics cost more. Houses built in the 1970s and 1980s often need the most work.
Check your current insulation level first. Look for at least 10-14 inches of fluffy material covering your attic floor. If you see less, or if you can see your ceiling joists, you need more. Central Insulation Systems can measure your current R-value and add blown fiberglass to reach R-49, the right level for Montgomery County.
Once your attic has proper insulation, your heating and cooling bills should drop by 15-30%. Your house will feel more comfortable year-round. Rooms that were always too hot or cold will stay at the temperature you set.
What people in Dayton 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 Dayton ask
house cold high energy bills insulation
Check your attic insulation first. Most heat loss happens through the roof. If you can see floor joists through the insulation, you need more. R-38 to R-60 blown insulation typically pays for itself in 2-3 years.
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.
attic insulation contaminated with rodent droppings
Don't try to clean contaminated insulation yourself. Rodent waste carries serious diseases like hantavirus. The safest approach is complete removal, sanitization of the attic space, and fresh insulation installation to current R-value codes.
when to remove old insulation before adding new
Remove old insulation if it's damaged by water, contaminated by pests, or contains asbestos. If it's clean and dry, you can usually add new insulation on top. Get the old material tested first if your house was built before 1980.
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.
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Central Insulation Systems handles attic insulation in Dayton and the area around it.