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Insulation in Indianapolis, IN

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1504–$2900.

Top Insulation Companies in Indianapolis

  1. 1.Builders' Insulation

    3.5★ (18 reviews)

    3.5★ from 18 reviews

    +13177828884

  2. 2.Grinstead

    4.4★ (8 reviews)

    4.4★ from 8 reviews

    +13177592509Website

  3. 3.Specialty Products SPI

    4.8★ (6 reviews)

    4.8★ from 6 reviews

    +13177806135Website

  4. 4.31-W Insulation

    4.7★ (3 reviews)

    4.7★ from 3 reviews

    +13177351132Website

  5. 5.RWS Insulation Services

    4.0★ (2 reviews)

    4.0★ from 2 reviews

    +18126776048Website

  6. 6.V-Line

    4.0★ (2 reviews)

    4.0★ from 2 reviews

    +13172820988

Insulation Cost in Indianapolis

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

ServiceTypical range in Indianapolis
Attic blown-in insulation$1,504–$2,900/job
Attic spray foam$3,222–$6,444/job

Insulation prices in Indianapolis run about 7% 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 Indianapolis, rated 4.2★ on average across 39 customer reviews.

Indianapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Indianapolis's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 18
First fall frost
October 19
Annual precipitation
43.41"
Heating degree days
5,776
Cooling degree days
925
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.8°33.9°2.5"
Feb22°38.6°2.33"
Mar30.4°49.4°3.45"
Apr41.4°61.6°4.11"
May51.5°71.5°5.28"
Jun61.3°80.8°4.41"
Jul64.4°83.5°4.44"
Aug62.7°82.6°3.47"
Sep54.7°76.4°3.07"
Oct43.3°64.2°3.13"
Nov33.6°51.2°3.84"
Dec22.8°37.8°3.38"

NOAA station data 5.88 miles from Indianapolis.

Permits & Regulations in IN

  • Indiana has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by the city or county
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the local building department
  • 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: www.in.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Indianapolis

How much does attic insulation cost in Indianapolis?

Blown-in attic insulation in Indianapolis typically runs $1504-$2900 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Indianapolis?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Indianapolis.

Is insulation in Indianapolis more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Indianapolis runs about +7.4% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Indianapolis need?

Indianapolis sees about 5,776 heating degree days and 925 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Indianapolis summers?

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

Do insulation contractors in IN need a license?

In IN, Indiana has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by the city or county. Adding attic insulation in Indianapolis rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Indianapolis?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1504-$2900 gets most Indianapolis homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Indianapolis?

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