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Insulation Cost in Memphis, TN (2026)

Insulation contractors in Memphis, TN price below the national average. Here is what attic, wall, crawlspace and spray foam work should cost in the Memphis metro in 2026.

Insulation prices per square foot

Installed prices — material plus labor — adjusted for Memphis, TN labor rates.

Job typeInstalled cost / sq ft1,500 sq ft attic
Attic blown-in fiberglass (R-49)$1.57$2,359
Attic blown-in cellulose (R-49)$1.44$2,167
Attic fiberglass batts (R-38)$1.36$2,040
Wall batts, open framing (R-15)$1.49$2,231
Wall dense-pack retrofit (drill & fill)$2.21$3,315
Crawlspace floor or wall insulation$1.78$2,678
Basement rigid foam + framing$2.63$3,952
Open-cell spray foam (3.5")$1.66$2,486
Closed-cell spray foam (2")$3.06$4,590
Old insulation removal & disposal$1.32$1,976

What whole jobs cost

Typical projectLocal price range
Attic top-up (1,500 sq ft)$1,275 – $2,210
Full attic removal + re-insulate$2,720 – $4,590
Whole-house wall retrofit (2,000 sq ft home)$3,570 – $6,630
Crawlspace encapsulation + insulation$3,230 – $7,650
Garage conversion insulation$765 – $1,870
Whole-home spray foam (new build)$6,375 – $13,600

Climate zone 4 R-value targets

Department of Energy retrofit recommendations for this zone.

Attic
R-60
Walls
R-20
Floors
R-30
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Statewide context

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Insulation cost FAQs for Memphis, TN

How much does attic insulation cost in Memphis, TN?

A 1,500 sq ft attic blown to R-49 runs about $2,005 to $2,831 installed in Memphis, TN, or roughly $1.57 per square foot. DIY with rented equipment cuts that by 45–60%.

Is insulation cheaper to DIY in Memphis, TN?

Yes. Labor is most of an insulation bid, so blowing your own attic or installing batts typically saves 45–60% of the installed price. Spray foam, dense-pack wall retrofits and removal jobs are worth hiring out.

What drives insulation prices in Memphis, TN?

Local labor rates, how far crews travel, attic access, whether old insulation has to be removed first, and the R-value your climate zone calls for. Material prices barely change between states — labor is the swing factor.

Are there rebates in Memphis, TN?

The federal 25C tax credit covers 30% of insulation and air-sealing material costs up to $1,200 per year, and most utilities add their own attic and air-sealing rebates. Always check with your utility before booking work.

Materials for an insulation job in Memphis, TN

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