How much does Spray Foam Insulation Cost?

You are already paying for foam with higher energy bills and larger HVAC

If you install it, you get the benefit. Otherwise your money is going to TXU or another utility company or for larger, more expensive HVAC than is necessary.

Fire Retardant spray foam for your roof deck can greatly increases your savings. Plus, foam insulation allows you to use a much smaller HVAC system (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning).

For attics, we use fire retardant spray foam. It does not require a fire retardant barrier. It is much cheaper to install the fire retardant foam than to add an extra step applying spray foam plus an inefficient ignition barrier.

We recommend offset 2x4 construction on exterior walls instead of the 2x6 studs often used. If you use 2x6 studs, the studs get to steady-state fast and allow heat transfer. By using offset 2x4 construction with a 6" deep foam spray, you have 2 inches of foam buffering each stud.

Besides saving money, foam has many other Benefits.

Nothing is greener than energy not consumed. Unlike traditional insulating materials like fiberglass or cellulose, foam insulation seals and fills everything where it is sprayed, even tiny cracks and holes so small you don't see them. This insulating barrier virtually eliminates energy-wasting leakage which can significantly cut heating and cooling costs. You will have a dramatic drop in utility bills from conventional insulation*.

Rebates, Tax credits, and Low-interest loans for using foam insulation

Energy Efficiency Tax credit for New Homes. This is a dollar for dollar tax credit swap for contractors that are building residential houses that are 50% more energy efficient than the average house built in 2004. Our foam insulation can pretty much assure a contractor will qualify for this tax credit.

• Austin Energy Green Building - A Home Performance rebate covers up to 20% of the cost of attic insulation-up to $1575. Low-interest, unsecured loans are available for the insulation.
• The Energy Star program. A federally backed energy efficiency program that provides standards and the accreditation needed for homeowners to qualify for special zoning, tax credits, and other financial incentives.
• LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Builders get special zoning, tax credits and deductions, and rebates. Open Cell foam insulation in your building can help you qualify for up to 16 LEEDs credits.