Insulation helps you maintain consistent, comfortable temperatures in your home year-round — but only if your insulation is efficient. Spray foam insulation is a great alternative to traditional fiberglass insulation in new home construction and existing homes.
It’s easy to install around electrical wires, outlets and ductwork. This makes it an ideal insulation for walls or attics.
But how much does it cost to install? Let’s look at the factors that affect the price of installing spray foam in your residential or commercial property.
How Much Does Spray Foam Insulation Cost?
The price of spray foam insulation depends on several factors:
- The size of your home or building
- The area you’re insulating
- Whether you select open-cell or closed-cell insulation
In general:
- Open-cell spray foam runs about 35 to 55 cents per board foot.
- Closed-cell spray foam costs $1 to $2 per board foot.
Using these prices as an example, we can estimate the cost to insulate a 3,000 sq. ft. space: 3,000 board feet of insulation at $0.50/board foot = $1,500. This is just a general example of what you might pay and what your specific project may cost, more or less.
Keep in mind that installing spray foam insulation during construction is less expensive than installing it in an older home. In older properties, you must work around or remove existing insulation and drywall.
Long-Term Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation
While spray foam insulation comes with a higher initial cost, it’s worth considering its long-term advantages, which can offset the costs in a relatively short amount of time.
Along with saving money and preventing energy loss, the advantages of spray foam insulation include:
- Enhanced noise control to block out the sound of traffic, plumbing and appliances.
- Blocks gaps and air leaks that lead to air infiltration and a rise in heating and cooling costs.
- Improved ventilation in attics, crawl spaces and basements creates a positive airflow and allows your home to “breathe.”
- Moisture control properties prevent moisture pass-through in walls, ceilings and floors and prevent mold and mildew growth.
- Increased thermal performance and R-value compared to other types of insulation of comparable thickness.
- Higher resale value for your home or business.
Talk to an Insulation Contractor About Your Spray Foam Investment
Spray foam insulation improves indoor air quality and helps reduce energy costs. As a leading spray foam insulation contractor, Installed Building Products San Antonio provides high-quality, environmentally friendly closed-cell and open-cell spray foam insulation services to home and business owners in the greater San Antonio, TX, area.
Whether you want to re-insulate your home or commercial building or insulate a newly constructed property, IBP San Antonio has the knowledge, resources and expertise other area insulation companies can’t match. We assess your specific situation and provide an accurate estimate you can depend on.
Need insulation removal or spray foam insulation installation for your San Antonio home or business? Contact IBP San Antonio at 210-201-1366 today.
