2026 cost data
Insulation Cost in Tennessee (2026)
Insulation in Tennessee costs below the national average — ranked 7 of 51 for installed price. Tennessee sits in climate zone 4, so attics should hit R-60.
Insulation prices per square foot
Installed prices — material plus labor — adjusted for Tennessee labor rates.
| Job type | Installed cost / sq ft | 1,500 sq ft attic |
|---|---|---|
| Attic blown-in fiberglass (R-49) | $1.63 | $2,442 |
| Attic blown-in cellulose (R-49) | $1.50 | $2,244 |
| Attic fiberglass batts (R-38) | $1.41 | $2,112 |
| Wall batts, open framing (R-15) | $1.54 | $2,310 |
| Wall dense-pack retrofit (drill & fill) | $2.29 | $3,432 |
| Crawlspace floor or wall insulation | $1.85 | $2,772 |
| Basement rigid foam + framing | $2.73 | $4,092 |
| Open-cell spray foam (3.5") | $1.72 | $2,574 |
| Closed-cell spray foam (2") | $3.17 | $4,752 |
| Old insulation removal & disposal | $1.36 | $2,046 |
What whole jobs cost
| Typical project | Local price range |
|---|---|
| Attic top-up (1,500 sq ft) | $1,320 – $2,288 |
| Full attic removal + re-insulate | $2,816 – $4,752 |
| Whole-house wall retrofit (2,000 sq ft home) | $3,696 – $6,864 |
| Crawlspace encapsulation + insulation | $3,344 – $7,920 |
| Garage conversion insulation | $792 – $1,936 |
| Whole-home spray foam (new build) | $6,600 – $14,080 |
Climate zone 4 R-value targets
Department of Energy retrofit recommendations for this zone.
- Attic
- R-60
- Walls
- R-20
- Floors
- R-30
Price your own job
These tables are averages. Punch in your real measurements for a number you can compare against a bid.
Cities in Tennessee
Metro estimates are on the insulation cost by city page.
Insulation cost FAQs for Tennessee
How much does attic insulation cost in Tennessee?
A 1,500 sq ft attic blown to R-49 runs about $2,076 to $2,930 installed in Tennessee, or roughly $1.63 per square foot. DIY with rented equipment cuts that by 45–60%.
Is insulation cheaper to DIY in Tennessee?
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 Tennessee?
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 Tennessee?
The federal 25C tax credit (30% of insulation and air-sealing materials, up to $1,200 a year) only covered improvements made through December 31, 2025. For work done now, most utilities offer their own attic and air-sealing rebates, and income-qualified households can get free weatherization. Always check with your utility before booking work.
Materials for an insulation job in Tennessee
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Product links on this page may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.