Attic Insulation
Lower Your Electric Bill with the Right Attic Insulation
If your A/C runs all day or you can see the beams on your attic floor, you're paying for it every month. We install blown-in white fiberglass insulation in R30 and R38 (itch-free). It's a project that pays for itself, with federal tax credits covering up to 30% of the cost.
How do you know if you need more insulation?
If you answer yes to any of these, it’s time to take a look at your insulation.
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You have hot and/or cold spots in the home.
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You're attic failed inspection due to inadequate insulation
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Florida attic's should have 12 to 16 inches of insulation.
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Your AC runs constantly all day long and can't keep the house cool
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If the home doesn’t cool in the summer and/or stay warm in the winter.
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If you can see the beams on the floor of the attic.
When insulation is less than 12–16 inches deep, your home is leaking money.
Adding insulation is one of the few home projects that genuinely pays for itself.
What New Insulation Does for You
Save 20–40% on your electric bill — the average reduction our customers see.
*source: https://www.energy.gov/
New insulation helps keep your home a comfortable temperature during the hot Florida’s summer and cool winters.
When your home is insulated properly, the air conditioner runs less frequently - extending the life of your HVAC system.
Save money on air conditioning repair bills by reducing how hard and how often it runs.
Breathe easier — our insulation carries the Green Guard Gold Certification, the top independent ranking for air quality.
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a properly insulated home. A well insulated home helps reduce outside noise as well as sound traveling between rooms and floors.
Blown In or Blown or Loose Fill White Fiberglass
Why We Install Blown-In White Fiberglass
Blown-in white fiberglass insulation ranks highest for energy efficiency because it fills every crack and crevice, keeping cool air in the house and hot air in the attic.
Doesn’t Itch
Fire-rated
Low-VOC
Lowest-dust insulation available
It looks and feels like cotton.
We install it in R30 (12") and R38 (15"), the depths recommended for Florida homes.
We can recommend the R factor that is best for your home based on your climate zone and style of roof.
What about Cellulose?
Cellulose insulates well, but it's dustier than fiberglass and retains moisture — a poor match for Florida humidity, and not recommended for anyone with allergies, asthma, or sensitivities.
A warning on cheap insulation:
Cellulose insulates well, but it's dustier than fiberglass and retains moisture — a poor match for Florida humidity, and not recommended for anyone with allergies, asthma, or sensitivities.
Need to Remove Existing Insulation First?
We remove every type of insulation, fiberglass, batts and blankets, cellulose, wet, dirty, old, or contaminated. You choose whether we re-insulate the same day, later, or not at all.
Need to Remove Existing Insulation First?
Does Attic Insulation Really Save Money on Energy Bills?
Yes, energy-efficient improvements often have a high return on investment, making them a cost-effective home improvement project that pays for itself over time!
Your attic is one of the primary areas where heat enters and leaves your home. Having the proper amount of insulation creates a thermal barrier that helps your HVAC system maintain the temperature inside your living space.
How Proper Attic Insulation Levels Help You Save:
Lower Energy Costs: Reduce Utility Bills 20 to 40%! - Proper attic insulation improves energy efficiency by keeping air conditioned air trapped inside and hot or cold outdoor air outside. It's an important thermal barrier needed for reducing heating and cooling costs and keeping your home comfortable all year long.
Less Strain on Your A/C: When your home holds its desired temperature longer, your HVAC system will not need to work as hard, meaning less costly repairs and many years of added service.
Better Energy Efficiency: Bringing an under-insulated attic up to the appropriate R-value can improve the overall thermal performance of your home.
Protect Your Investment: Proper insulation protects your roof and home structure by preventing moisture or condensation buildup, reducing the risk of damage.
Increased Home Value: Insulation upgrades enhance your home’s energy efficiency, a major selling point for potential buyers.
How Much Can Attic Insulation Save?
The actual savings will vary from home to home but energy.gov estimates savings of 20 to 40%! Homes with little or inadequate existing insulation generally have more opportunity for improvement than homes that are already properly insulated.
In Florida, where air conditioners can work hard for much of the year, keeping attic heat from transferring into your living space is an important part of an energy-efficient and comfortable home.
How much does attic insulation cost in 2026?
It’s hard to know that you’re getting a fair deal when it comes to attic insulation and one way to make sure is to ask: how many “bags” or “bales” will be installed for your attic’s square footage and your requested R factor.
The industry average in Florida is currently between $1.40 - $1.60 per square foot (this includes labor and materials). Anything less than this average should raise concerns for home owners with shopping for attic insulation.
*This is the cost for blown in insulation and have been verified by Home Advisor to be standard for Florida.
Save money, Insulate
Adding insulation is a project that pays for itself by reducing wear and tear on your A/C, preserves the life of your unit, improving the comfort of your home, and lowers your electric bill.
Frequently Asked Questions:
If you have any of the following signs, it’s time to top off your attic insulation:
● If you can see the beams on the floor of the attic.
● If the home doesn’t cool in the summer and/or stay warm in the winter.
● If your air conditioner runs constantly
● You have hot or cold spots in the home.
● Florida attics need to have 12 to 16 inches of insulation (depending on climate zone).
● There are uneven patches or areas where insulation is missing
● Your home failed inspection due to inadequate insulationAt Florida Attic Professionals, we recommend blown-in white fiberglass due to its high energy efficiency and ability to cover and blanket the attic thoroughly. Blown in insulation ranks highest for energy efficiency because it can fill in cracks and crevices blocking any leaking air. This retains the cool air in the home, and traps the hot air in the attic.
We also recommend white fiberglass because today's fiberglass insulation has improved significantly when compared to the pink fiberglass insulation of the past. The greatest improvement is that it does not itch! It's also fire rated, low VOC, and has one of the lowest dust factors of all attic insulations. It looks and feels just like cotton.
We don’t recommend cellulose as it is a much dustier product when compared to fiberglass but more importantly because it retains moisture, making it a poor choice for Florida attics.
Prices quoted for insulation installation services depend on a few factors such as whether or not you’re looking to top off existing insulation, remove the old insulation prior to install, or if your attic is completely empty of insulation. Prices can increase if you’re wanting to remove all of the old insulation prior to installing new insulation or you don’t currently have insulation. We offer transparent, by the sq foot pricing, which includes blowing enough insulation to achieve an R30 (12 inches) or R38 (15 inches).
Common insulation R values for Florida attics include:
●R-30 – approximately 12 inches
●R-38 – approximately 15 inches
R factors are recommended based on climate zone and roof pitch but typically include R30 for South Florida and R38 for the rest of Florida. We’re happy to provide our professional feedback on which r value would be best for your home.
The quality of insulation you put in your attic matters. Attic insulation covers virtually the entire ceiling area above your living space, which is why we believe homeowners should pay attention to more than just price. When shopping for insulation quotes consider:
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Indoor air quality and chemical emissions
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Third-party certifications for low emissions
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Manufacturer reputation and product quality
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Energy efficiency and thermal performance
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What materials and additives are used in the product
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Where the insulation is manufactured
At Florida Attic Pros, we don't choose insulation based on what's cheapest. We strictly use American-made white blown-in fiberglass insulation that is GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low chemical emissions.
For something that's going to blanket the ceiling above your home for decades, we believe quality matters.
What is GREENGUARD Gold Certified Insulation?
Indoor air quality is important to us, which is why we use fiberglass insulation that carries GREENGUARD Gold Certification.
GREENGUARD Gold Certified products are tested to meet stringent standards for low chemical emissions, making the certification an important consideration when selecting building materials for use in and around your home.
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Our prices for attic insulation are by the square foot and include all labor, material, tax on material, and everything necessary for the completion of the job, no surprises. Price per square foot varies depending on several factors such as pitch of the roof, accessibility, and whether or not there is currently insulation present. Feel free to message us or call 863 777 0210. We’re happy to work up a fast, free, accurate and guaranteed quote for you
Here's three tips to help you know if adding more attic insulation will help lower your electric bill and keep your home cooler in the summer or warmer in the winter:
1) Take a quick peek into your attic and take note of where the insulation is laying in comparison to your joists (wood beams on the floor of the attic). If your insulation is below or at level with your joists, then it's time to add more insulation to your attic. Florida attics should have approx
15 inches of depth.
2) Another sign that you don't have enough insulation in your attic is that your house won't stay cool in the summer and/or won't warm up in the winter. If your A/C has to run constantly to keep up and your light bill is very high, new attic insulation could be the answer to your heating and cooling problems.
3) Having old attic insulation is also another issue that can keep a home from cooling down in the summer or staying warm in the winter leading to excessively high energy bills. If your home is older than thirty years old, your insulation has most likely become old and ineffective. Old insulation becomes crumbly and dusty and no longer works as efficiently as it should to insulate the attic. If you notice your attic insulation looks like old dust or disintegrates when you touch it, it's time for your home to consider an attic restoration.
Yes, this is a cost effective option to help lower energy bills and improve your home’s overall comfort. If you're not having any issues with air quality, contamination, and your home is less than 30 years old, blowing new insulation over the current insulation is a great way to maximize energy efficiency.
For those with an older home, just keep in mind you will be taking up space in your attic with older, much less effective insulation. It also becomes a major factor for air quality issues such as dust or aggravated allergy symptoms. An attic restoration is the proper way to update the attic insulation of an older home.
Yes, if your attic has too much insulation, you could be counter-acting the benefits of the insulation by trapping too much heat. Signs of too much insulation are moisture and condensation issues. R-38 is typically the maximum amount of insulation for most Florida homes. If you notice you have more than 16 inches of insulation, and you feel like your attic is not breathing properly or your house is overly humid, we can help your attic cool down by offering insulation removal services.
Choosing the right attic insulation contractor isn't just about finding the lowest price. You're hiring a company to work inside your home, so experience, reputation, and reliability matter.
When comparing attic insulation installers, look for:
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A long-standing history of satisfied customers
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Consistently strong reviews across multiple platforms
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Experienced and knowledgeable insulation professionals
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Clear, upfront pricing and communication
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Quality materials and installation practices
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Responsive customer service
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Reliable scheduling and turnaround times
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Proof of General Liability and Workman’s Comp Insurance
At Florida Attic Professionals, we're a family-owned company with years of experience serving Florida homeowners. Our reputation has been built through thousands of completed projects and customer feedback across platforms including Google, Yelp, Facebook, and Angi.
We believe the best indication of what you can expect from a contractor is what their customers consistently say about them.
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When receiving low end quotes you may be tempted to hire that company, when in fact you should be very cautious. There's unfortunately cheating involved by immoral companies that involves the "shorting" of blown attic insulation, such as cellulose and fiberglass. This practice is known as "overblowing" or "fluffing" insulation. This simply means that all of the material needed to achieve a given R-value is not installed. Here is how they do it...
Fluffing attic insulation is easily achieved by increasing the air flow on the insulation blowing machine. The insulation contractor blows in the fiberglass insulation to the height stated for the R factor, and height measurements would suggest that it's providing the desired R value but the DENSITY isn't there to actually deliver it. This scandalous practice ends up shorting home owners 30 to 50 percent of the insulation needed to properly insulate their attic!
One way to ensure you're getting a fair deal is to ask how many "bags" or "bales" will be installed specifically for:
1) your attic's square footage
2) your requested R factor
3) per the manufacturer’s recommendation.
Insulation contractors should have no problem calculating this info for you or including within their proposals.
When getting quotes for installing attic insulation, the industry average in Florida is around $1.20 to $1.60 per square foot for blown in fiberglass and that is with all material and labor costs included.
This range of pricing correctly reflects the total costs of material needed to reach the proper R factor and correct density, anything less than this average should raise concerns for home owners when shopping for attic insulation. As lower prices often lead to sub-par material that can affect air quality and/or fluffing.
Every blown-in insulation product has a manufacturer coverage chart specifying how much material is required to achieve a particular R-value over a given square footage.
For example, if the manufacturer's specifications require a certain number of bags to achieve the proper density, but installing substantially less material with tons of air injected into it will not provide the R-value you were quoted, although the insulation initially appears deep enough.
Two contractors can both tell you they're installing 15 inches of insulation, but that doesn't necessarily mean you're receiving the same amount of material!
That's why we recommend comparing R-value + square footage + brand or product + bag count, rather than simply comparing inches or price per square foot. Ask every contractor bidding on your project:
“Exactly what material are you using and how many bags of insulation are included in my quote for my R factor?”
A professional insulation contractor should be able to calculate the required material based on your attic's square footage, target R-value, and the manufacturer's coverage specifications.
Here is the biggest tip of all: on the day of the install, make sure they arrive with exactly what they sold you. You're not buying inches of insulation. You're paying for a specific R-value based on the specific brand / product purchased. At Florida Attic Pros, we blow true to the R value, meaning we blow exactly the amount of bags recommended by the manufacturer to reach the R factor and we back it up with a builder’s statement upon completion (available upon request.)