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Insulation in Anchorage, AK

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1683–$3245.

Top Insulation Companies in Anchorage

  1. 1.Turnagain Spray Foam

    5.0★ (36 reviews)

    5.0★ from 36 reviews

    +19074441827Website

  2. 2.Alas-Co General Construction Inc

    4.3★ (32 reviews)

    4.3★ from 32 reviews

    +19075222297Website

  3. 3.IVL Spray Foam Insulation

    4.9★ (7 reviews)

    4.9★ from 7 reviews

    +13168670538Website

  4. 4.Carlos Inc. Insulation

    4.5★ (8 reviews)

    4.5★ from 8 reviews

    +19072273096Website

  5. 5.Heat & Frost Insulators Local

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19072728224Website

  6. 6.Northern Insulation Solutions

    +19078918626Website

Insulation Cost in Anchorage

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

ServiceTypical range in Anchorage
Attic blown-in insulation$1,683–$3,245/job
Attic spray foam$3,606–$7,212/job

Insulation prices in Anchorage run about 20% 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 Anchorage, rated 4.7★ on average across 84 customer reviews.

Anchorage Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Anchorage's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
May 19
First fall frost
September 13
Annual precipitation
16.5"
Heating degree days
10,554
Cooling degree days
4
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7°21°0.82"
Feb11.1°28.1°0.72"
Mar16.8°37°0.6"
Apr26.8°48.6°0.46"
May36.1°60°0.76"
Jun43.8°66.7°1.16"
Jul48.6°68.7°2.2"
Aug46.3°66°2.7"
Sep38°57.3°2.21"
Oct25.5°41°1.95"
Nov12°25.4°1.47"
Dec8.8°23.5°1.45"

NOAA station data 9.92 miles from Anchorage.

Permits & Regulations in AK

  • Painting contractors in Alaska register with CBPL; jobs of $10,000 or less can run under a handyman contractor registration
  • Larger jobs require a specialty or general contractor registration with a bond
  • 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: CBPL contractor registration (handyman registration up to $10,000)

Sources: www.commerce.alaska.gov, www.commerce.alaska.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Anchorage

How much does attic insulation cost in Anchorage?

Blown-in attic insulation in Anchorage typically runs $1683-$3245 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Anchorage?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Anchorage.

Is insulation in Anchorage more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Anchorage runs about +20.2% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Anchorage need?

Anchorage sees about 10,554 heating degree days and 4 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Anchorage summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 69F in Anchorage, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in AK need a license?

In AK, Painting contractors in Alaska register with CBPL; jobs of $10,000 or less can run under a handyman contractor registration. Adding attic insulation in Anchorage rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Anchorage?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1683-$3245 gets most Anchorage homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Anchorage?

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