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Insulation in Grand Rapids, MI

Compare 5 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1364–$2630.

Top Insulation Companies in Grand Rapids

  1. 1.Above Roofing

    4.8★ (223 reviews)

    4.8★ from 223 reviews

    +16163285375Website

  2. 2.VerWys Home Insulation

    4.8★ (128 reviews)

    4.8★ from 128 reviews

    +16163611204Website

  3. 3.Szudera Insulation Co Inc

    +16164595673Website

  4. 4.Gsl Construction

    +16166342232

  5. 5.Bower Haus

    +16167801112

Insulation Cost in Grand Rapids

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

ServiceTypical range in Grand Rapids
Attic blown-in insulation$1,364–$2,630/job
Attic spray foam$2,922–$5,844/job

Insulation prices in Grand Rapids run about 3% 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 Grand Rapids, rated 4.8★ on average across 351 customer reviews.

Grand Rapids Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Grand Rapids's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 15
Annual precipitation
38.27"
Heating degree days
6,485
Cooling degree days
698
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.1°30.7°2.09"
Feb19.9°33.7°1.79"
Mar26.9°44.4°2.37"
Apr37.7°58.2°3.35"
May47.8°69.5°3.98"
Jun57.7°79°3.77"
Jul62.2°82.8°3.78"
Aug61°80.6°3.59"
Sep52.7°73°4.28"
Oct41.8°60.3°3.26"
Nov33°47.3°3.51"
Dec23.5°34.8°2.5"

NOAA station data 8.65 miles from Grand Rapids.

Permits & Regulations in MI

  • Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license
  • Licensing requires 60 hours of prelicensure coursework and an exam
  • 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: Michigan M&A license, painting and decorating (jobs of $600 or more)

Sources: www.michigan.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Grand Rapids

How much does attic insulation cost in Grand Rapids?

Blown-in attic insulation in Grand Rapids typically runs $1364-$2630 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Grand Rapids?

We track 5 insulation contractors serving Grand Rapids.

Is insulation in Grand Rapids more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Grand Rapids runs about -2.6% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Grand Rapids need?

Grand Rapids sees about 6,485 heating degree days and 698 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Grand Rapids summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 83F in Grand Rapids, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in MI need a license?

In MI, Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license. Adding attic insulation in Grand Rapids rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Grand Rapids?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1364-$2630 gets most Grand Rapids homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Grand Rapids?

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