Attic Insulation
Removal & Replacement Costs

Complete guide to removing old insulation and installing new material in your attic

$2.50
per sq ft removal + new insulation
$3,000
typical 1,200 sq ft attic
3 Days
typical project timeline
Cost Breakdown

Complete Cost Analysis

Understanding the full scope of removal and replacement costs for your attic insulation project

Removal Costs

Old insulation disposal

Labor (per sq ft) $2.50
Disposal fees $400
Equipment rental $200 - $400
Total Removal Cost $3,000

for 1,200 sq ft attic

New Installation Costs

Fresh insulation materials

Blown-in fiberglass $1.10 sq ft
Total Installation $1320

for 1,200 sq ft attic

Complete Project Cost Range

$4320

Total removal & replacement for 1,200 sq ft attic

Average Project
$5,000
Per Sq Ft
Removal: $3 | Install: $1.10
Timeline
3 days

Attic Size

Larger attics require more material and labor time

Contamination

Mold or pest damage increases removal complexity

Insulation Type

Premium materials cost more but offer better performance

Location

Regional labor rates and disposal costs vary

Project Timeline

The Complete Process

Step-by-step breakdown of your attic insulation removal and replacement project

Day 1: Assessment

Morning (2-3 hours)

  • Initial attic inspection
  • Check for contamination/damage
  • Setup equipment and protection
  • Begin old insulation removal

Day 1-2: Removal

Full day process

  • Vacuum removal of old insulation
  • Air seal preparation work
  • Disposal of old materials
  • Surface cleaning and prep

Day 2-3: Installation

4-6 hours

  • Install air sealing measures
  • Blow in new insulation material
  • Achieve proper R-value depth
  • Level and distribute evenly

Day 3: Final Steps

1-2 hours

  • Quality inspection of work
  • Clean up work area
  • Document R-value achieved
  • Project completion walkthrough

Project Summary

3 days

Total Timeline

Minimal

Disruption to Home

Immediate

Energy Savings

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Expected Savings

15-30%
Energy Bill Reduction
$600+
Annual Savings