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Insulation in Atlanta, GA

Compare 5 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1172–$2260.

Top Insulation Companies in Atlanta

  1. 1.Winners Spray Foam Insulation

    4.9★ (46 reviews)

    4.9★ from 46 reviews

  2. 2.Energy Construction Services LLC

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

  3. 3.Roofing Contractors Atlanta: Roof Replacement, Repair, Installation & Clean Up Experts

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  4. 4.229 MR Attic insulation Atlanta

  5. 5.Entertaining Attic Insulation Co

Insulation Cost in Atlanta

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

ServiceTypical range in Atlanta
Attic blown-in insulation$1,172–$2,260/job
Attic spray foam$2,511–$5,022/job

Insulation prices in Atlanta run about 16% 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 Atlanta, rated 5.0★ on average across 67 customer reviews.

Atlanta Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Atlanta's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
51.17"
Heating degree days
2,880
Cooling degree days
1,744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.1°53.1°4.27"
Feb35.4°57.2°4.9"
Mar41.9°65.3°4.81"
Apr49°73°3.74"
May58°80.6°3.77"
Jun66.4°86.9°4.13"
Jul70.1°89.5°5.06"
Aug69.6°88°4.74"
Sep62.3°83.3°3.98"
Oct51.5°73.5°3.61"
Nov42°64°4.17"
Dec35.1°54.5°3.99"

NOAA station data 5.94 miles from Atlanta.

Permits & Regulations in GA

  • Georgia has no painting license; residential remodeling over $2,500 requires a residential or general contractor license
  • Specialty contractors working only within their own trade are exempt from that requirement
  • 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: Georgia residential contractor license for remodeling over $2,500

Sources: sos.ga.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Atlanta

How much does attic insulation cost in Atlanta?

Blown-in attic insulation in Atlanta typically runs $1172-$2260 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Atlanta?

We track 5 insulation contractors serving Atlanta.

Is insulation in Atlanta more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Atlanta runs about -16.3% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Atlanta need?

Atlanta sees about 2,880 heating degree days and 1,744 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Atlanta summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 90F in Atlanta, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in GA need a license?

In GA, Georgia has no painting license; residential remodeling over $2,500 requires a residential or general contractor license. Adding attic insulation in Atlanta rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Atlanta?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1172-$2260 gets most Atlanta homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Atlanta?

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