House freezing and energy bills doubled in Kenwood?
Your attic insulation might be the problem. Here's how blown insulation fixes cold rooms and high bills.
Your heating bill jumped this winter and some rooms stay cold no matter how high you crank the thermostat in your Kenwood home. You feel drafts but can't figure out where they're coming from. The problem is likely above your head.
Most heat escapes through your attic. If you can see floor joists through your current insulation, or if it looks thin and patchy, warm air is leaking out and cold air is getting in. Old insulation settles over time and loses its ability to block heat transfer.
Blown attic insulation for a typical Kenwood home costs $1,500 to $3,500 depending on square footage and current insulation levels. The job takes 4-6 hours. Homes built before 1980 often need the most work since building standards were lower then. R-38 to R-60 insulation levels are standard for Ohio winters.
Check your attic first before calling anyone. Look for thin spots, visible joists, or gaps around pipes and vents. If you need more insulation, Central Insulation Systems Inc. can assess what you have and add blown insulation to the right depth. Don't wait until next winter when heating costs spike again.
Once your attic has proper insulation, your heating system won't work as hard. Rooms stay comfortable at lower thermostat settings. Most homeowners see the investment pay for itself in 2-3 years through lower energy bills.
What people in Kenwood 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 Kenwood 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.
Ready to talk?
Central Insulation Systems handles attic insulation in Kenwood and the area around it.