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Insulation Cost in Raleigh, NC (2026)

Insulation contractors in Raleigh, NC price close to the national average. Here is what attic, wall, crawlspace and spray foam work should cost in the Raleigh metro in 2026.

Insulation prices per square foot

Installed prices — material plus labor — adjusted for Raleigh, NC labor rates.

Job typeInstalled cost / sq ft1,500 sq ft attic
Attic blown-in fiberglass (R-49)$1.76$2,636
Attic blown-in cellulose (R-49)$1.61$2,423
Attic fiberglass batts (R-38)$1.52$2,280
Wall batts, open framing (R-15)$1.66$2,494
Wall dense-pack retrofit (drill & fill)$2.47$3,705
Crawlspace floor or wall insulation$1.99$2,993
Basement rigid foam + framing$2.94$4,418
Open-cell spray foam (3.5")$1.85$2,779
Closed-cell spray foam (2")$3.42$5,130
Old insulation removal & disposal$1.47$2,209

What whole jobs cost

Typical projectLocal price range
Attic top-up (1,500 sq ft)$1,425 – $2,470
Full attic removal + re-insulate$3,040 – $5,130
Whole-house wall retrofit (2,000 sq ft home)$3,990 – $7,410
Crawlspace encapsulation + insulation$3,610 – $8,550
Garage conversion insulation$855 – $2,090
Whole-home spray foam (new build)$7,125 – $15,200

Climate zone 3 R-value targets

Department of Energy retrofit recommendations for this zone.

Attic
R-49
Walls
R-20
Floors
R-25
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Price your own job

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Statewide context

See how the Raleigh metro compares with the rest of North Carolina.

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Insulation cost FAQs for Raleigh, NC

How much does attic insulation cost in Raleigh, NC?

A 1,500 sq ft attic blown to R-49 runs about $2,241 to $3,164 installed in Raleigh, NC, or roughly $1.76 per square foot. DIY with rented equipment cuts that by 45–60%.

Is insulation cheaper to DIY in Raleigh, NC?

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 Raleigh, NC?

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 Raleigh, NC?

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 Raleigh, NC

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