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Insulation in Reno, NV

Compare 5 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1441–$2778.

Top Insulation Companies in Reno

  1. 1.Apple Valley Insulation

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +17755029992Website

  2. 2.energy masters

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  3. 3.Northwest Insulation Supply

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  4. 4.Comfortable Attic Services Pros

    +13203131013

  5. 5.G 2 Group Concepts

    +17757871010

Insulation Cost in Reno

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

ServiceTypical range in Reno
Attic blown-in insulation$1,441–$2,778/job
Attic spray foam$3,087–$6,174/job

Insulation prices in Reno run about 3% 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 5 companies serving Reno, rated 5.0★ on average across 5 customer reviews.

Reno Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Reno's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
8.26"
Heating degree days
5,268
Cooling degree days
873
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan25.4°43.2°1.02"
Feb28.2°47.8°1.06"
Mar32.7°55.3°0.78"
Apr36.4°61.9°0.53"
May44.2°71.3°0.67"
Jun52°81.4°0.56"
Jul61.3°90.8°0.22"
Aug58.6°88.5°0.23"
Sep50.5°79.3°0.38"
Oct40.6°66.3°0.61"
Nov32.3°52.2°1.02"
Dec25.6°43°1.18"

NOAA station data 3.18 miles from Reno.

Permits & Regulations in NV

  • Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in Nevada require a State Contractors Board C-4 Painting and Decorating license
  • Each license carries a board-set monetary limit on job size
  • 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: NSCB C-4 Painting and Decorating license (jobs of $1,000 or more)

Sources: www.nvcontractorsboard.com, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Reno

How much does attic insulation cost in Reno?

Blown-in attic insulation in Reno typically runs $1441-$2778 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Reno?

We track 5 insulation contractors serving Reno.

Is insulation in Reno more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Reno runs about +2.9% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Reno need?

Reno sees about 5,268 heating degree days and 873 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Reno summers?

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

Do insulation contractors in NV need a license?

In NV, Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in Nevada require a State Contractors Board C-4 Painting and Decorating license. Adding attic insulation in Reno rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Reno?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1441-$2778 gets most Reno homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Reno?

Two or three; with 5 insulation contractors serving Reno, compare the R-value and depth each quote installs, not just the price.