House freezing and energy bills doubled in Dayton?
Your attic insulation is probably the problem. Here's how blown attic insulation fixes it.
Your heating bill jumped this winter and some rooms stay cold no matter how high you set the thermostat. You can feel drafts but can't figure out where they're coming from. If you live in Dayton's older neighborhoods like Oakwood or Downtown, your attic insulation has likely settled or deteriorated over time.
Most heat loss happens through your roof. If you can see floor joists through your attic insulation, or if the insulation looks flat and compressed, you're losing heated air straight through the ceiling. Old insulation loses its ability to trap air, which is what actually keeps heat in your house.
Blown attic insulation typically costs $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot in the Dayton area. Most homes need R-38 to R-60 insulation levels to meet current standards. The job usually takes one day for an average house. Bigger homes or attics with unusual layouts take longer and cost more.
Check your attic first before calling a heating company. Look for gaps, compressed insulation, or visible floor joists. If you see any of these, you need more insulation. Central Insulation Systems Inc. can assess your current insulation levels and blow in new material to proper depth. The work pays for itself in 2-3 years through lower energy bills.
Once your attic has proper insulation, your house stays warmer with less furnace runtime. Rooms feel more comfortable and drafts disappear. Your energy bills drop back to normal levels.
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
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 Dayton and the area around it.