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Insulation in New York, NY

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1716–$3310.

Top Insulation Companies in New York

  1. 1.SmartSeal Inc.

    5.0★ (52 reviews)

    5.0★ from 52 reviews

    +17188854177Website

  2. 2.LJR Insulation & General Contracting Inc.

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +13155824487

  3. 3.Hudson Insulation Supply Bronx

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

  4. 4.Conte Insulation LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16466001064Website

  5. 5.Pipe Insulation Inc

    +13478761807Website

  6. 6.Constant Insulation & Contracting

    +17182040993Website

Insulation Cost in New York

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

ServiceTypical range in New York
Attic blown-in insulation$1,716–$3,310/job
Attic spray foam$3,678–$7,356/job

Insulation prices in New York run about 23% 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 New York, rated 4.7★ on average across 59 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New York's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide painting license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200, including painting
  • Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester and other counties license home improvement contractors locally
  • 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 license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for New York

How much does attic insulation cost in New York?

Blown-in attic insulation in New York typically runs $1716-$3310 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve New York?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving New York.

Is insulation in New York more expensive than average?

Installation labor in New York runs about +22.6% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in New York need?

New York sees about 4,671 heating degree days and 1,160 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with New York summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 85F in New York, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in NY need a license?

In NY, New York has no statewide painting license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200, including painting. Adding attic insulation in New York rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in New York?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1716-$3310 gets most New York homes the same R-value for less.

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

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