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Insulation in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 6 local insulation pros. Typical service: $1383–$2668.

Top Insulation Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.SLC Connections LLC

    5.0★ (58 reviews)

    5.0★ from 58 reviews

    +18017071282Website

  2. 2.Insulation From Hale

    4.9★ (30 reviews)

    4.9★ from 30 reviews

    +18017387205Website

  3. 3.Salt City Insulation

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

    +18018807325Website

  4. 4.Bond Insulation

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

    +18015217171

  5. 5.Salt Lake Thermal Imaging

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18019157734

  6. 6.RSA Insulation

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18013598538

Insulation Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Attic blown-in insulation$1,383–$2,668/job
Attic spray foam$2,964–$5,928/job

Insulation prices in Salt Lake City run about 1% 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 Salt Lake City, rated 4.1★ on average across 108 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling insulation.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for painting and remodeling projects of $7,000 or more
  • Smaller jobs fall under the handyman exemption, with liability insurance required from $3,000
  • 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: Utah DOPL contractor license (projects of $7,000 or more)

Sources: dopl.utah.gov, www.epa.gov, le.utah.gov

Insulation FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does attic insulation cost in Salt Lake City?

Blown-in attic insulation in Salt Lake City typically runs $1383-$2668 for a 1,000 square foot attic; spray foam costs two to three times more.

How many insulation contractors serve Salt Lake City?

We track 6 insulation contractors serving Salt Lake City.

Is insulation in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Installation labor in Salt Lake City runs about -1.2% versus the national average.

How much insulation does a home in Salt Lake City need?

Salt Lake City sees about 5,607 heating degree days and 1,159 cooling degree days a year; the colder the climate, the higher the attic R-value worth paying for.

Does insulation help with Salt Lake City summers?

Yes -- with summer highs near 93F in Salt Lake City, attic insulation cuts the heat load on the air conditioner as much as it holds heat in winter.

Do insulation contractors in UT need a license?

In UT, Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for painting and remodeling projects of $7,000 or more. Adding attic insulation in Salt Lake City rarely needs a permit.

Is spray foam worth it in Salt Lake City?

Spray foam earns its price mainly when ducts or an air handler sit in the attic; otherwise blown-in at $1383-$2668 gets most Salt Lake City homes the same R-value for less.

How many quotes should I get for insulation in Salt Lake City?

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