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Insulation in Minneapolis, MN

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1712–$3302.

Top Insulation Companies in Minneapolis

  1. 1.Hunter Spray Foam Insulation

    5.0★ (39 reviews)

    5.0★ from 39 reviews

    +16127128951Website

  2. 2.Minneapolis Insulation

    5.0★ (32 reviews)

    5.0★ from 32 reviews

    +16516157994Website

  3. 3.Choice Foam Insulation

    4.3★ (51 reviews)

    4.3★ from 51 reviews

    +16518081429

  4. 4.Cloud9

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +16129139954Website

  5. 5.Eco Insulation Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16124447322

  6. 6.Bright House Insulation Experts

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16515058423

Insulation Cost in Minneapolis

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

ServiceTypical range in Minneapolis
Attic blown-in insulation$1,712–$3,302/job
Attic spray foam$3,669–$7,338/job

Insulation prices in Minneapolis run about 22% 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 Minneapolis, rated 4.9★ on average across 129 customer reviews.

Minneapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Minneapolis's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 22
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
32.81"
Heating degree days
7,383
Cooling degree days
950
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7.5°24.5°0.96"
Feb12.7°29.3°0.6"
Mar24.4°42.1°1.61"
Apr38°59°3.11"
May50.1°71.5°3.81"
Jun59.8°81.4°4.44"
Jul65.2°86.1°4.45"
Aug63.3°83.5°4.25"
Sep54.2°74°3.48"
Oct41°58.9°2.88"
Nov27.1°41.1°1.93"
Dec12.1°26.9°1.29"

NOAA station data 1.48 miles from Minneapolis.

Permits & Regulations in MN

  • Minnesota contractors offering only one special skill, such as painting, are exempt from residential contractor licensing
  • Remodeling that combines more than one skill requires a residential remodeler license
  • 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: Minnesota: painting-only exempt; residential remodeler license for multi-trade work

Sources: www.dli.mn.gov, www.epa.gov

Insulation FAQs for Minneapolis

How much does attic insulation cost in Minneapolis?

Blown-in attic insulation in Minneapolis typically runs $1712-$3302 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Minneapolis?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Minneapolis.

Is insulation in Minneapolis more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Minneapolis runs about +22.3% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Minneapolis need?

Minneapolis sees about 7,383 heating degree days and 950 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Minneapolis summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 86F in Minneapolis, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in MN need a license?

In MN, Minnesota contractors offering only one special skill, such as painting, are exempt from residential contractor licensing. Adding attic insulation in Minneapolis rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Minneapolis?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1712-$3302 gets most Minneapolis homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Minneapolis?

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