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Insulation in New Orleans, LA

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1159–$2236.

Top Insulation Companies in New Orleans

  1. 1.Sunlight Contractors

    5.0★ (631 reviews)

    5.0★ from 631 reviews

    +15049199993Website

  2. 2.Diversified Energy

    4.9★ (369 reviews)

    4.9★ from 369 reviews

    +15042737779Website

  3. 3.Taylor Seidenbach Inc

    4.5★ (40 reviews)

    4.5★ from 40 reviews

    +15044867474

  4. 4.CTX Spray Foam Insulation New Orleans

    4.6★ (11 reviews)

    4.6★ from 11 reviews

    +15044995627

  5. 5.Redfish | Spray Foam Company

    +15042267766Website

  6. 6.Satisfactory Foam Professionals

    +14012508625

Insulation Cost in New Orleans

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

ServiceTypical range in New Orleans
Attic blown-in insulation$1,159–$2,236/job
Attic spray foam$2,484–$4,968/job

Insulation prices in New Orleans run about 17% below 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 New Orleans, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,051 customer reviews.

New Orleans Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New Orleans's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
January 24
First fall frost
December 29
Annual precipitation
56.77"
Heating degree days
1,203
Cooling degree days
3,202
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan46.4°60°5.12"
Feb49.8°64.2°4.86"
Mar56°70.5°4.75"
Apr62.8°77.4°4.01"
May70.7°84.6°4.34"
Jun75.9°89.2°6.6"
Jul77.9°90.5°5.68"
Aug78.2°90.8°5.22"
Sep74.6°86.7°4.12"
Oct66.1°78.7°3.1"
Nov56.7°70.7°4.1"
Dec48.8°62.6°4.87"

NOAA station data 5.66 miles from New Orleans.

Permits & Regulations in LA

  • Residential painting and remodeling projects over $7,500 in Louisiana require LSLBC home improvement registration, and a residential contractor license above $75,000
  • Home improvement registrants file a $10,000 bond
  • 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: Louisiana home improvement registration (projects $7,500 to $75,000)

Sources: lslbc.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for New Orleans

How much does attic insulation cost in New Orleans?

Blown-in attic insulation in New Orleans typically runs $1159-$2236 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve New Orleans?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving New Orleans.

Is insulation in New Orleans more expensive than average?

Installation labor in New Orleans runs about -17.2% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in New Orleans need?

New Orleans sees about 1,203 heating degree days and 3,202 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with New Orleans summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 91F in New Orleans, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in LA need a license?

In LA, Residential painting and remodeling projects over $7,500 in Louisiana require LSLBC home improvement registration, and a residential contractor license above $75,000. Adding attic insulation in New Orleans rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in New Orleans?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1159-$2236 gets most New Orleans homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in New Orleans?

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