Too late to add insulation to your Erlanger house?
It's never too late. Older homes often see the biggest energy savings from blown in insulation upgrades.
Your Erlanger home is 20+ years old and you're feeling the heat bills. Maybe you're wondering if you missed your chance to properly insulate when the house was built. The good news is that older homes in our area often have the most to gain from insulation upgrades.
Houses built before 2000 often have minimal insulation by today's standards. Your attic might have just a few inches of old fiberglass batts, or blown-in material that has settled over time. This is especially common in Erlanger's older neighborhoods near Dixie Highway where homes were built when energy costs were lower.
Adding blown-in attic insulation typically costs $1,500 to $3,500 for most Erlanger homes, depending on square footage and current insulation levels. The project usually takes one day and involves blowing Owens Corning Atticat fiberglass into your existing attic space. No major construction or mess in your living areas.
Get a home energy assessment first to see exactly where you stand. Look for contractors who can show you the current R-value and calculate potential savings. Central Insulation Systems Inc. has been upgrading Kentucky homes since 1988 and can give you specific numbers for your situation. Most projects in our area pay for themselves within 3-5 years through lower heating and cooling bills.
Once upgraded, your house will hold temperature better year-round. You'll notice more consistent room temperatures and lower energy bills, especially during Erlanger's humid summers and cold snaps when the wind whips off I-275.
What people in Erlanger 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 Erlanger 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Central Insulation Systems sells blown in insulation for Erlanger and the area around it.