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Insulation in Detroit, MI

Compare 4 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1520–$2932.

Top Insulation Companies in Detroit

  1. 1.Efficiency Group

    4.8★ (61 reviews)

    4.8★ from 61 reviews

    +13138254706Website

  2. 2.Gamma

    4.9★ (34 reviews)

    4.9★ from 34 reviews

    +13135461554Website

  3. 3.MICHIGAN INSULATION PROS

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

    +17343048000Website

  4. 4.Superior Interiors

    +12487473839Website

Insulation Cost in Detroit

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

ServiceTypical range in Detroit
Attic blown-in insulation$1,520–$2,932/job
Attic spray foam$3,258–$6,516/job

Insulation prices in Detroit run about 9% 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 4 companies serving Detroit, rated 4.9★ on average across 118 customer reviews.

Detroit Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Detroit's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 17
First fall frost
October 29
Annual precipitation
31.33"
Heating degree days
6,168
Cooling degree days
824
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan20.3°31.4°1.4"
Feb22.1°34.4°1.7"
Mar28.9°44.2°2.02"
Apr39.6°57.4°2.78"
May50.1°68.7°3.07"
Jun60.3°78.3°3.25"
Jul65.2°82.6°3.03"
Aug64°80.4°3.16"
Sep56.1°73°3.39"
Oct44.8°60.2°2.72"
Nov35.4°47.7°2.84"
Dec25.2°35.5°1.97"

NOAA station data 5.04 miles from Detroit.

Permits & Regulations in MI

  • Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license
  • Licensing requires 60 hours of prelicensure coursework and an exam
  • 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: Michigan M&A license, painting and decorating (jobs of $600 or more)

Sources: www.michigan.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Detroit

How much does attic insulation cost in Detroit?

Blown-in attic insulation in Detroit typically runs $1520-$2932 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Detroit?

We track 4 insulation contractors serving Detroit.

Is insulation in Detroit more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Detroit runs about +8.6% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Detroit need?

Detroit sees about 6,168 heating degree days and 824 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Detroit summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 83F in Detroit, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in MI need a license?

In MI, Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license. Adding attic insulation in Detroit rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Detroit?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1520-$2932 gets most Detroit homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Detroit?

Two or three; with 4 insulation contractors serving Detroit, compare the R-value and depth each quote installs, not just the price.