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Insulation in Fort Collins, CO

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1348–$2600.

Top Insulation Companies in Fort Collins

  1. 1.Frontier Insulation Fort Collins

    4.8★ (24 reviews)

    4.8★ from 24 reviews

  2. 2.This Efficient House

    4.5★ (24 reviews)

    4.5★ from 24 reviews

  3. 3.Insulation Pros of Colorado-Loveland

    4.3★ (18 reviews)

    4.3★ from 18 reviews

  4. 4.REenergizeCO | Ft Collins Solar + Insulation Company

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

  5. 5.Ascend Construction

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  6. 6.Huppert Insulation

Insulation Cost in Fort Collins

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

ServiceTypical range in Fort Collins
Attic blown-in insulation$1,348–$2,600/job
Attic spray foam$2,889–$5,778/job

Insulation prices in Fort Collins run about 4% 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 Fort Collins, rated 4.7★ on average across 75 customer reviews.

Fort Collins Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Collins's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,918
Cooling degree days
569
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.9°44.2°0.4"
Feb20.9°46.5°0.4"
Mar28.2°54.7°1.59"
Apr35.5°62.2°2.06"
May44.5°71.1°2.43"
Jun52.6°80.4°2.17"
Jul58.5°86.6°1.71"
Aug56.7°84°1.6"
Sep47.5°75.9°1.33"
Oct36.4°63.9°1.15"
Nov25.9°51.4°0.76"
Dec17.7°42.8°0.5"

NOAA station data 2.23 miles from Fort Collins.

Permits & Regulations in CO

  • Colorado has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county
  • Remodeling that needs a building permit generally requires a locally licensed contractor
  • 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; local licensing

Sources: www.denvergov.org, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Fort Collins

How much does attic insulation cost in Fort Collins?

Blown-in attic insulation in Fort Collins typically runs $1348-$2600 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Fort Collins?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Fort Collins.

Is insulation in Fort Collins more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Fort Collins runs about -3.7% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Fort Collins need?

Fort Collins sees about 5,918 heating degree days and 569 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Fort Collins summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 87F in Fort Collins, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in CO need a license?

In CO, Colorado has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county. Adding attic insulation in Fort Collins rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Fort Collins?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1348-$2600 gets most Fort Collins homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Fort Collins?

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