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Is $3,200 to improve attic ventilation and add insulation a fair price?

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One of my bedrooms on the 2nd floor has a vaulted roof (flat ceiling) and is always 6-7 degrees warmer than the rest of the house. The company pointed out that there are no soffit vents on 90% of the front and sides of the house, including where this room is located. There are also no roof vents at all, while I can see 3-5 on all of my neighbors' houses. The price seems reasonable to me, but I’m not familiar with the average rates for this work at all. I’m usually DIY, but this isn’t really something I’m comfortable with messing with. I already have rolled out insulation up there, and they’re just adding some additional. I believe the quote does include labor and material.

Quote Details

This quote is for improving attic ventilation and adding insulation to address temperature inconsistencies in a second-floor bedroom. The work includes: - Air sealing the attic- Installing 3 roof vents- Installing 10-15 soffit vents- Replacing incorrect existing baffles- Blowing in an additional 2 inches of insulation over 2300 square feet- Insulating and weatherstripping the attic hatch

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Category

Insulation

Price

$3,200

Quote Date

June 14, 2025

Location

Indiana

Insulation Type

Blown In

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