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Insulation in Greenville, SC

Compare 5 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1158–$2233.

Top Insulation Companies in Greenville

  1. 1.Comfort Shield Insulation

    4.8★ (40 reviews)

    4.8★ from 40 reviews

    +18643516322Website

  2. 2.Insulation Commandos of Greenville

    5.0★ (34 reviews)

    5.0★ from 34 reviews

    +18644002836Website

  3. 3.HydroHelp911 Crawl Space & Foundation Repair

    4.9★ (16 reviews)

    4.9★ from 16 reviews

    +18646600702Website

  4. 4.Airnest insulation

    +18645284556

  5. 5.SprayTech Spray Foam

    +18642149557

Insulation Cost in Greenville

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

ServiceTypical range in Greenville
Attic blown-in insulation$1,158–$2,233/job
Attic spray foam$2,481–$4,962/job

Insulation prices in Greenville 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 5 companies serving Greenville, rated 4.9★ on average across 90 customer reviews.

Greenville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Greenville's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
March 28
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
50.77"
Heating degree days
3,287
Cooling degree days
1,643
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.2°49.9°4.11"
Feb33.7°53.1°4.01"
Mar39.8°61.6°4.61"
Apr48.5°71.7°3.61"
May57.9°79.1°3.79"
Jun67°85.6°4.62"
Jul70.4°88.8°4.9"
Aug69.4°87.9°4.66"
Sep61.8°81.1°4.32"
Oct50.7°71.4°3.78"
Nov41.7°61.7°4.15"
Dec34°51.7°4.21"

NOAA station data 1.1 miles from Greenville.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • Residential painting and other specialty work over $500 in South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration
  • Larger remodeling is licensed as residential building
  • 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: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Greenville

How much does attic insulation cost in Greenville?

Blown-in attic insulation in Greenville typically runs $1158-$2233 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Greenville?

We track 5 insulation contractors serving Greenville.

Is insulation in Greenville more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Greenville runs about -17.3% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Greenville need?

Greenville sees about 3,287 heating degree days and 1,643 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Greenville summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 89F in Greenville, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in SC need a license?

In SC, Residential painting and other specialty work over $500 in South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration. Adding attic insulation in Greenville rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Greenville?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1158-$2233 gets most Greenville homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Greenville?

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