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Insulation in Austin, TX

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1162–$2241.

Top Insulation Companies in Austin

  1. 1.Attic Safe

    5.0★ (29 reviews)

    5.0★ from 29 reviews

    +15127669089Website

  2. 2.Go Attic Insulation Austin

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +15128836388Website

  3. 3.Flow Insulation & Attic Solutions Austin

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +17372590345

  4. 4.One Call Attic & Home Insulation

    4.3★ (8 reviews)

    4.3★ from 8 reviews

    +17372634006

  5. 5.ThermaCore Insulation

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +15128711648

  6. 6.Bilt Rite Insulation

    +15127632481Website

Insulation Cost in Austin

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

ServiceTypical range in Austin
Attic blown-in insulation$1,162–$2,241/job
Attic spray foam$2,490–$4,980/job

Insulation prices in Austin 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 Austin, rated 4.9★ on average across 69 customer reviews.

Austin Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Austin's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
February 19
First fall frost
December 5
Annual precipitation
34.32"
Heating degree days
1,540
Cooling degree days
3,140
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan41.5°61.5°2.22"
Feb44.8°65.2°2.02"
Mar51.3°72.2°2.76"
Apr58.6°79.8°2.09"
May66.7°86.5°4.44"
Jun72.3°92.1°4.33"
Jul74.4°95.6°1.88"
Aug74.6°97°2.35"
Sep69.4°90.5°2.99"
Oct60.6°81.8°3.88"
Nov50.6°71.4°2.96"
Dec42.3°62.7°2.4"

NOAA station data 1.58 miles from Austin.

Permits & Regulations in TX

  • Texas has no state painting or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city
  • Several Texas cities require contractors to register before pulling a permit
  • 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 painting or remodeling license

Sources: www.tdlr.texas.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Austin

How much does attic insulation cost in Austin?

Blown-in attic insulation in Austin typically runs $1162-$2241 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Austin?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Austin.

Is insulation in Austin more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Austin runs about -17% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Austin need?

Austin sees about 1,540 heating degree days and 3,140 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Austin summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 97F in Austin, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in TX need a license?

In TX, Texas has no state painting or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city. Adding attic insulation in Austin rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Austin?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1162-$2241 gets most Austin homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Austin?

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