Is $5,000 to insulate basement ceiling and attic with fiberglass a fair price?
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I have a small home in the Northeast and received two very different recommendations for insulation and air sealing work from two contractors. I'm unsure whether to insulate the basement ceiling at all due to potential humidity issues, if fiberglass batts or blown-in cellulose is better for the attic, if the additional work recommended by contractor "B" (vent, chimney, can lights) is necessary and justifies the higher price, and if baffles are truly needed given my soffit ventilation.
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Quote from contractor "A" for insulation and air sealing work. - Insulate basement ceiling with batts and facing - Air seal basement joists - Air seal attic - Insulate attic with fiberglass batts - Install baffles in attic to release humidity
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