Insulation, regardless of the kind, is designed to keep your house comfortable all year and keep your energy expenditures as low as possible. However, there are certain benefits to some insulating materials over others. Today, we’ll look at two of the most prevalent types of insulation: batt insulation and blown-in insulation.

Both are excellent options, but one may be more appropriate for your home. Continue reading to discover more, then call Progressive Insulation & Windows at (800) 500-6200 for more information.

What is the difference between batt and blown-in insulation?

Batt insulation comes in batts or rolls, as the name suggests. It’s constructed of fiberglass or flexible fibers. Fiberglass is the most widely used insulating material, and it is made up of small glass fibers. When you need to insulate an area with open or narrow areas, such as between wall studs, beams, or joists, this is a wonderful option. Batt insulation, for example, is virtually usually used on cathedral ceilings.

Blown-in insulation, on the other hand, is a method of covering attic floors or filling studs or joists with loose material that has a high R-value. As long as the R-value is high, almost anything may be used. This is an excellent solution for irregularly shaped areas, such as attics. Blown-in insulation may be shaped to fit around any existing home feature, and a thick covering of insulation takes just an hour or two to blow.

The cost of both choices, as well as their R-value

The cost of installing batt insulation is determined by a variety of factors, including the location of your property, the amount of work necessary, and any specific materials that may be required. Let us take a 535-square-foot space that requires insulation for the purposes of evaluating the costs of both methods.

Let us start with batt insulation. The appropriate insulation would cost between $145 and $200 on average. Then there’s the expense of labor, materials, fasteners, cutters, tapes, and so on. This might cost between $170 and $420. The cost of batt insulation is typically $0.12 to $0.16 per square foot, and the figures indicated would cover a 3.5-inch barrier with an R-11 rating.

Then compare it to blown-in insulation, which may cost anywhere from $400 to $900 for the same area. This price covers both labor and supplies, with materials costing between $250 and $500. Loose fill has an R-value of 3.2 to 3.8 per inch, compared to 2.2 to 2.7 inches for fiberglass.

You require a quotation for your unique home

The figures provided are solely for the purpose of presenting the cost-benefit analysis. They should not be utilized to make your own quotation. The good news is that we can quickly provide you with the information you require: For a consultation and energy efficiency audit, call Progressive Insulation & Windows at (800) 500-6200.