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Insulation in Urban Honolulu, HI

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $2180–$4204.

Top Insulation Companies in Urban Honolulu

  1. 1.Protech Roofing LLC

    4.7★ (34 reviews)

    4.7★ from 34 reviews

    +18088451300Website

  2. 2.Alii Drywall

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18088477400

  3. 3.Acutron LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18085211151Website

  4. 4.Orkin Therm

    +18084660182Website

  5. 5.Unitek Technical Services Llc

    +18088313076Website

  6. 6.Island Insulation Co Inc.

    +18088517373

Insulation Cost in Urban Honolulu

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

ServiceTypical range in Urban Honolulu
Attic blown-in insulation$2,180–$4,204/job
Attic spray foam$4,671–$9,342/job

Insulation prices in Urban Honolulu run about 56% 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 Urban Honolulu, rated 4.9★ on average across 36 customer reviews.

Urban Honolulu Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Urban Honolulu's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Annual precipitation
152.25"
Heating degree days
4
Cooling degree days
2,825
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan63.1°76.8°11.77"
Feb62.8°76.9°9.28"
Mar64°76.7°13.95"
Apr65.1°76.4°14.08"
May66.5°78.2°10.1"
Jun68.3°78.8°11.87"
Jul69.6°79.6°15.27"
Aug70.3°80.8°12.97"
Sep70.1°81.7°11.19"
Oct69.2°81.1°12.8"
Nov67.6°78.9°15.19"
Dec65°77.6°13.78"

NOAA station data 2.97 miles from Urban Honolulu.

Permits & Regulations in HI

  • Painting projects over $1,500 in Hawaii require a C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license
  • Projects of $1,500 or less in labor and materials are exempt from contractor licensing
  • 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: Hawaii C-33 painting and decorating license (projects over $1,500)

Sources: cca.hawaii.gov, www.capitol.hawaii.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Urban Honolulu

How much does attic insulation cost in Urban Honolulu?

Blown-in attic insulation in Urban Honolulu typically runs $2180-$4204 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Urban Honolulu?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Urban Honolulu.

Is insulation in Urban Honolulu more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Urban Honolulu runs about +55.7% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Urban Honolulu need?

Urban Honolulu sees about 4 heating degree days and 2,825 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Urban Honolulu summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 82F in Urban Honolulu, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in HI need a license?

In HI, Painting projects over $1,500 in Hawaii require a C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license. Adding attic insulation in Urban Honolulu rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Urban Honolulu?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $2180-$4204 gets most Urban Honolulu homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Urban Honolulu?

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