House freezing and energy bills doubled this winter in Springfield?
Your attic insulation is probably the problem. Here's how blown attic insulation fixes it.
Your heating bill jumped 50% or more this winter in Springfield. Some rooms stay cold no matter how high you turn the heat. You can feel cold air but can't figure out where it's coming from.
Heat rises straight through your roof when attic insulation is thin or missing. Most Springfield homes built before 1990 have R-19 or less insulation. Today's energy code calls for R-38 to R-60. If you can see your floor joists through the insulation, you're losing serious money every month.
Blown attic insulation typically costs $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot for most Springfield homes. A 1,200 square foot house runs $1,800 to $4,200 depending on current insulation levels and attic access. The work takes one day. Higher bills, bigger attic spaces, and zero existing insulation push costs up.
Check your attic this week with a flashlight. Look for visible floor joists, compressed insulation, or gaps around pipes and wires. Take photos of problem areas. Central Insulation Systems Inc. can assess your insulation levels and calculate energy savings for your specific home. Most Springfield homeowners see the investment pay for itself in 2-3 heating seasons.
Your house will hold heat evenly once proper insulation is installed. Rooms stay comfortable without cranking the thermostat. Energy bills drop 20-40% the first winter after installation.
What people in Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield and the area around it.