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Insulation in Chicago, IL

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1859–$3586.

Top Insulation Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.Reynoso Insulation

    4.5★ (76 reviews)

    4.5★ from 76 reviews

    +17733017061Website

  2. 2.DAP & Son Insulation and Sound Proofing

    4.5★ (24 reviews)

    4.5★ from 24 reviews

    +17736178744Website

  3. 3.Chicago Pros Spray Foam Insulation

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +13128789619Website

  4. 4.Alpha Insulation Company

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +13125258878Website

  5. 5.JMS Insulation

    +17738005526

  6. 6.Illinois Insulation

    +17733763106

Insulation Cost in Chicago

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Attic blown-in insulation$1,859–$3,586/job
Attic spray foam$3,984–$7,968/job

Insulation prices in Chicago run about 33% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Chicago, rated 4.8★ on average across 116 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

  • Illinois has no statewide painting or general contractor license; licensing is municipal
  • Chicago requires contractor registration for work that needs a permit
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: No state painting or remodeling license; local licensing

Sources: idfpr.illinois.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Chicago

How much does attic insulation cost in Chicago?

Blown-in attic insulation in Chicago typically runs $1859-$3586 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Chicago?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Chicago.

Is insulation in Chicago more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Chicago runs about +32.8% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Chicago need?

Chicago sees about 5,989 heating degree days and 1,045 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Chicago summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 84F in Chicago, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in IL need a license?

In IL, Illinois has no statewide painting or general contractor license; licensing is municipal. Adding attic insulation in Chicago rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Chicago?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1859-$3586 gets most Chicago homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Chicago?

Two or three; with 6 insulation contractors serving Chicago, compare the R-value and depth each quote installs, not just the price.