Is $2,500 to add R-38 batts to existing insulation and install baffles a fair price?
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My current attic floor has poor insulation (R-11 or so). We’ve been getting a lot of ice dams so I knew it was a problem, and I'm trying to get our utility bills down a little bit.
Quote Details
This quote is for adding R-38 batts to the existing R-11 attic floor insulation. The new batts will be installed perpendicularly to the existing insulation. Baffles will also be added. - Attic Floor Size: Approximately 1,000 sqft - Existing Insulation: R-11 - New Insulation: R-38 batts, installed perpendicularly - Additional Work: Add baffles
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Category
Insulation
Price
$2,500
Quote Date
February 22, 2026
Home Size
1,000 sq ft
Insulation Type
Batt
R Value
R-38
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