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Fall is the perfect season to take care of some of the loose ends and make repairs and improvements around your home. One of the improvements that should rank high on your list is air sealing and insulation. Not only does quality insulation reduce your heating and cooling bills, it also makes your home more comfortable. To help you get started, here’s what you should know about quality air sealing and insulation, for your home in Virginia's climate.
According to Manta, the average price a Virginia resident paid for insulation in 2016 is $433. However, the price may vary from $400 to $1700 according to Fixr. This may sound like a big difference (and it is!), that is because there are several factors involved in the calculation of the final insulation price. Here are some of them:
For instance, if you opt for a complete attic insulation and air sealing, your cost may about $400 in a typical size home. But if you want to apply air sealing and insulation your entire home or if your home is large, you should expect to pay more. The same goes for the extra carpentry work that you may need to outsource.
For an attic to be insulated, the average price per square foot ranges between $1.50 and $3.50. That sounds great, but it’s not everything you will need. Add to it an extra $70 per hour (the average price installers charge) and $75 per hour (the average price electricians charge). You are almost definitely going to need some electrical rewiring done if you want your investment to be future-proof. Other things your insulation project may entail are:
Of course, all these come at an extra cost. But there is no need to panic – everything depends on the current state of your insulation and home. However, it is advisable to get a contractor to evaluate your needs in order to get an accurate budget estimate before you begin the project.
The quality of the insulation you need depends greatly on the area you live in. Virginia has a mild climate, which means that your needs for heating and cooling are moderate. Still, you need to make sure that the insulation you choose adheres to the minimum R-Value guidelines. You can read more about this here.
Aside from helping you with the heating and cooling of your home, quality insulation has the following benefits:
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