


Is $7,777 to upgrade attic insulation, seal basement band joists, and aeroseal HVAC ducts a fair price?
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I am excited to finally kick off my project after following this sub for a while. My 75-year-old house has minimal attic insulation and none in the basement. I am considering a potential $1,200 federal tax credit if the project is completed by the end of 2025. I have questions regarding the need to vacate for 3 full days due to the open-cell spray foam, the reasonableness of the pricing for a medium/high cost-of-living area, the value of spray foam on the band joists in the unfinished utility room (10% of the basement) given the rest is finished, and whether the duct cleaning and Aeroseal are worth the $2K cost. The Aeroseal is an internal spray that seals all the metal duct joints; my house's ducts are probably original and have visible gaps, including one I previously sealed myself.
Quote Details
This quote outlines a comprehensive insulation and HVAC duct sealing project for a 75-year-old house. The work includes: - Routing and upgrading bathroom exhaust fans - Sealing and insulating basement band joists (35 sqft) - Cleaning and AEROSEALing basement HVAC ducts. Aeroseal is an internal spray designed to seal all metal duct joints, addressing gaps common in older, original ductwork. - Removing old insulation (1,053 sqft) - Removing current floor boards (667 sqft) - Replacing the attic hatch - Sealing air leaks with open cell spray foam - Blown-in insulation to achieve R-60 in the attic - Installing a plywood dam for a smaller portion of the attic area with open cell spray foam underneath, to create a storage space
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Category
Insulation
Price
$7,777
Quote Date
October 14, 2025
Year Built
1949
Insulation Type
Blown In
R Value
R-60
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