House freezing and energy bills doubled this winter in Ludlow?
Your attic insulation is probably the problem. Here's how blown attic insulation fixes it.
Your heating bill shot up this winter, but half your house still feels like an icebox. You can feel cold air coming from somewhere, but you can't figure out where. If you live in one of Ludlow's older homes near the Historic District, this probably means your attic insulation has settled or was never thick enough to begin with.
Heat rises, and if your attic insulation is thin or patchy, all that expensive warm air goes straight through your roof. You can check this yourself by looking in your attic. If you can see the wooden floor joists through the insulation, or if the insulation is less than 10 inches deep, that's where your heat and money are going.
Blown attic insulation typically costs $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot, depending on your attic size and current insulation level. Most Ludlow homes need R-38 to R-60 insulation (12-17 inches deep) to meet local energy codes. The job usually takes 4-6 hours and pays for itself in energy savings within 2-3 years.
Call Central Insulation Systems Inc. this week for a free attic inspection. They'll measure your current insulation, calculate exactly how much you need, and give you a written estimate. Don't wait until next winter. Every month you delay costs you money on your heating bill, and spring is the best time to add insulation before summer cooling season starts.
Once your attic has proper insulation, your house will hold temperature evenly from room to room. Your heating system won't work as hard, your energy bills will drop, and you'll finally be comfortable in your own home.
What people in Ludlow 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 Ludlow 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 Ludlow and the area around it.