House freezing and energy bills doubled in Lebanon, OH?
Your attic insulation is probably too thin. Here's how blown attic insulation fixes both problems.
Your heating bill doubled this winter in Lebanon, 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. The problem is likely above your head.
Most heat loss happens through your attic. If you can see floor joists through your existing insulation, or if it's less than 10 inches deep, you're losing heated air straight through your roof. Old insulation settles and compresses over time, creating gaps where warm air escapes.
Blown attic insulation for a typical Lebanon home runs $1,500 to $3,500, depending on your attic size and current insulation level. The work takes 4-6 hours. Larger homes or attics with no existing insulation cost more. Smaller ranch homes with some insulation already cost less.
Check your attic this week. If you see floor joists or less than 10 inches of insulation, call for an estimate. Central Insulation Systems Inc. can bring your attic up to R-38 to R-60 insulation levels, which meets local building standards. Do not add insulation over damaged vapor barriers or wet insulation.
Proper attic insulation typically pays for itself in 2-3 years through lower energy bills. Your rooms will stay warmer, your heating system won't work as hard, and those mysterious drafts will stop.
What people in Lebanon 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 Lebanon 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 Lebanon and the area around it.