Insulation in Irving, TX
Spray foam insulation in Irving runs between $2.50 and $7.50 per board foot depending on open-cell or closed-cell, and blown-in attic work typically lands between $1,800 and $4,200 for a full attic on a 1,500-square-foot ranch home. What makes Irving different is the housing stock: thousands of 1950s and 1960s slab-on-grade ranch homes in North and West Irving still carry 2 to 3 inches of original fiberglass or settled cellulose, nowhere near the R-38 Texas code minimum. Our crews work those shallow 4:12-pitch attics and the Las Colinas commercial retrofits every week, and we start every job with a written price before anyone lifts a tool. Call (218) 261-7714 for a free estimate.
Why Irving Homes Are Different
The bulk of Irving’s residential core is single-story, slab-on-grade ranch construction from the 1950s through early 1970s, much of it concentrated around Story Road, the older MacArthur Boulevard corridor, and the neighborhoods west of Loop 12. These attics were built shallow, often 4:12 pitch, and were originally insulated to a standard that is now functionally obsolete. We regularly find original blown cellulose that has settled to under 2 inches of effective coverage and absorbed decades of roof-deck moisture, testing at effective R-values below R-6 while looking intact from the attic hatch. That failure pattern is specific enough to these Irving neighborhoods that crews who do not know the streets quote the work differently, and usually wrong.
The climate compounds it. Irving sits in the Dallas heat basin where summer attic temperatures routinely hit 150 to 160°F, turning underinsulated slab homes into radiant ovens and driving AC systems to early failure. Winter Storm Uri in February 2021 was a hard lesson for North Irving homeowners: 1950s-era homes with almost no thermal resistance in the attic plane sustained widespread pipe freezes that insulation contractors now use as a documented case study when selling upgrades. Las Colinas adds a different layer entirely, with 1980s and 1990s commercial towers and garden-style apartments that need spray-foam and rigid-board retrofits rather than blown attic insulation. One city, two entirely different insulation markets.
Our Main Irving Services
Most Irving homeowners call us first about two things: attic insulation that is not doing its job and crawl spaces that are pulling moisture into the house. Both have dedicated Irving pages with full pricing and local detail.
Attic Insulation in Irving
Attic insulation is the single biggest lever for Irving ranch homes built before 1980. In the neighborhoods off Story Road and MacArthur Boulevard, we routinely pull back the hatch to find 2 to 3 inches of compressed, moisture-damaged fiberglass that was code-legal when it was installed and is now losing the homeowner real money every summer. The fix is sealing the attic floor first, then bringing the insulation level up to R-38 or better. Full pricing, sub-jobs, and what to expect on a same-week job are on the Attic Insulation in Irving page.
Crawl Space Encapsulation & Vapor Barrier in Irving
Crawl spaces in Irving behave differently than attics, but they feed the same problem: a building envelope that leaks air and moisture. Homes with vented crawl spaces under slab floors or additions pull humid air into the house all summer, and in a Dallas heat basin that means mold, must, and higher cooling bills. The Crawl Space Encapsulation & Vapor Barrier in Irving page covers the full encapsulation process, vapor barrier installation, and what a sealed crawl space costs in Irving with a documented record on the way out.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Spray Foam Insulation in Irving
Spray foam insulation in Irving is the go-to for attics and rim joists where the air seal and the insulation need to happen in the same pass. On a 1950s ranch home off MacArthur Boulevard, open-cell foam on the attic floor or roof deck cuts the radiant heat load and the air leakage in one application. In Las Colinas commercial retrofits, closed-cell foam is often the only practical way to hit code on curved or irregular surfaces. We install both, and we publish before-and-after blower-door numbers on every applicable job so you can see the air-sealing result in a single figure. Full product details are on our Spray Foam Insulation hub.
Open-Cell Spray Foam
Signs you need it
Your attic temperature swings hard between day and night, and your upstairs rooms run 10 to 15 degrees warmer than the rest of the house in summer.
What it costs in Irving
Open-cell spray foam in Irving runs $2.50 to $4.50 per board foot installed, with most attic applications landing between $2,800 and $5,500.
How we do it
We seal all top plates, can lights, and penetrations first, then spray the foam in a continuous layer to the specified depth and verify the result with a blower-door test.
Closed-Cell Spray Foam
Signs you need it
You have a semi-conditioned space, a roof deck that sees moisture, or you need the highest R-value per inch available in a constrained cavity.
What it costs in Irving
Closed-cell spray foam in Irving runs $4.50 to $7.50 per board foot installed, with small rim joist jobs starting around $900 and full roof decks running higher.
How we do it
We prep and mask the work area, apply the closed-cell foam in lifts to the specified depth, and document the final thickness in the photo record you receive when we leave.
What Spray Foam Insulation Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Open-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $2.50 - $4.50 |
| Closed-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $4.50 - $7.50 |
| Full attic spray foam (1,500 sq ft home) | $2,800 - $5,500 |
Is spray foam worth it in an Irving ranch home?
Yes, if the attic is sealed first. On 1950s ranch homes in Irving, spray foam without air sealing just insulates an attic that is still losing conditioned air. We seal top plates, can lights, and penetrations before foam goes in, then verify with a blower-door reading. Call (218) 261-7714 for an exact written price.
Can you spray foam an attic in a Las Colinas townhome?
Yes, and we do it regularly in Las Colinas townhomes and apartments. The roof deck is usually the right target, and open-cell foam handles the heat load while closed-cell adds structural and moisture resistance. Estimates are free.
Blown-In Insulation in Irving
Blown-in insulation in Irving is the fastest, cleanest fix for the shallow attic problem that defines the city’s postwar ranch stock. On a 1960s home off Story Road, blowing fiberglass or cellulose over an existing thin layer gets the attic from R-6 to R-38 in a single day. We air-seal the attic floor first, every time. The process and full product detail are on our Blown-In Insulation hub.
Blown-In Cellulose
Signs you need it
Your attic insulation has settled to under 4 inches, or you can see the top of the ceiling joists from the attic hatch.
What it costs in Irving
Blown-in cellulose in Irving runs $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot installed, with most 1,500-square-foot attics landing between $2,200 and $4,500.
How we do it
We air-seal the attic floor, then blow cellulose to the specified depth using a calibrated hopper and document the final depth with photos.
Blown-In Top-Up
Signs you need it
Your attic has some insulation but it tests below R-30, and your AC runs constantly through July and August.
What it costs in Irving
A blown-in top-up in Irving runs $1,200 to $2,800 for a 1,500-square-foot attic depending on how much material is needed.
How we do it
We measure the existing depth, calculate the deficit, and blow the fill to spec in one continuous pass, then photograph the final result.
What Blown-In Insulation Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Blown-in cellulose (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Blown-in fiberglass (per sq ft) | $1.20 - $2.50 |
| Full attic blow-in (1,500 sq ft home) | $2,200 - $4,500 |
How long does blown-in insulation last in Irving?
Cellulose and fiberglass both last 20 to 30 years in a dry Irving attic, but the real issue is settling. Original 1960s cellulose in Irving ranch homes has often settled to under 2 inches of effective coverage, testing below R-6. Call (218) 261-7714 for an inspection and written price.
Do you air-seal before blowing insulation in Irving?
Yes, every time. We will not blow insulation over an unsealed attic floor. Top plates, can lights, and penetrations get sealed before any material goes in. Request a free estimate and we will include the air-sealing scope in writing.
Radiant Barrier Installation in Irving
Radiant barrier installation in Irving is the most direct answer to a summer attic that holds 150°F and radiates that heat back into the living space all night. On a 1960s ranch home near Story Road, a foil barrier stapled to the rafters can cut attic heat gain by 20 to 30 percent. It does not replace insulation, but it changes how the roof deck transfers heat. Product and method detail live on our Radiant Barrier Installation hub.
Attic Radiant Barrier
Signs you need it
Your attic is fully insulated but still hot, and your upstairs bedrooms stay warm well after the sun goes down in summer.
What it costs in Irving
Attic radiant barrier in Irving runs $0.80 to $2.50 per square foot installed, with most 1,500-square-foot attics landing between $1,200 and $3,700.
How we do it
We staple a foil-faced barrier to the underside of the rafters, leaving the ventilation path intact, and photograph the full installation.
Radiant Barrier Roof Deck
Signs you need it
You have a low-pitch attic or a roof deck that is absorbing heat directly, and you want to reduce cooling load without adding more insulation.
What it costs in Irving
Roof deck radiant barrier in Irving runs $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot installed depending on deck condition and access.
How we do it
We attach the barrier directly to the roof deck underside, ensure it is not trapping moisture, and document every run with photos.
What Radiant Barrier Installation Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Attic radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $0.80 - $2.50 |
| Roof deck radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Full attic radiant barrier (1,500 sq ft home) | $1,200 - $3,700 |
Does radiant barrier replace insulation in Irving?
No. Radiant barrier reflects radiant heat; it does not stop conductive or convective heat loss. In Irving, it works best as a complement to R-38 attic insulation, not a substitute. Call (218) 261-7714 for a written plan that combines both.
Is radiant barrier worth it on a 1960s Irving ranch?
Yes, particularly on shallow 4:12-pitch attics where the roof deck is close to the ceiling. The foil cuts heat gain through the roof plane, which is the largest summer load on those homes. Estimates are free.
Insulation Removal & Replacement in Irving
Insulation removal and replacement in Irving is most often needed after a roof leak, rodent infestation, or decades of dust and moisture have turned old attic material into something that is no longer insulating. On a 1950s ranch home near MacArthur Boulevard, we frequently pull out original cellulose that looks intact but tests below R-6 and re-insulate to R-38 the same week. When the material is contaminated, removal is not optional. Full process detail is on our Insulation Removal & Replacement hub.
Attic Insulation Removal
Signs you need it
Your attic insulation is wet, matted, or compressed from roof leaks, or you can see daylight through gaps in the existing coverage.
What it costs in Irving
Attic insulation removal in Irving runs $1.00 to $2.50 per square foot, with most 1,500-square-foot attics landing between $1,500 and $3,750.
How we do it
We vacuum out the old material with a commercial extraction unit, bag it, and document the empty attic before anything new goes in.
Contaminated Insulation Removal
Signs you need it
You have raccoon or squirrel droppings in the attic, a dead animal smell, or visible mold on the insulation or roof deck.
What it costs in Irving
Contaminated insulation removal in Irving runs $2.00 to $4.00 per square foot because it requires containment and disposal protocols.
How we do it
We set up containment, remove and bag the contaminated material, sanitize the attic floor, and recommend replacement material in the same scope.
What Insulation Removal & Replacement Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Attic insulation removal (per sq ft) | $1.00 - $2.50 |
| Contaminated removal (per sq ft) | $2.00 - $4.00 |
| Full removal and re-insulation (1,500 sq ft) | $3,500 - $7,500 |
Do I have to remove old insulation before adding new in Irving?
No, not if the old insulation is dry, uncontaminated, and not blocking ventilation. We top up over sound existing material. When it is wet, rodent-contaminated, or moldy, removal is required first. Call (218) 261-7714 for an assessment.
How long does insulation removal take in Irving?
Most single-story Irving ranch homes take one to two days for full removal and replacement, depending on attic access and contamination level. We give you a written schedule with the written price before work starts.
Attic Air Sealing in Irving
Attic air sealing in Irving is the step that makes every other insulation decision work. On a 1960s ranch home off Story Road, the gap between the conditioned house and the attic is where Irving’s summer heat and winter cold get in, and sealing those penetrations is the highest-return work we do. We seal before we insulate, never after. What to expect, in detail, is on our Attic Air Sealing hub.
Top Plate & Penetration Sealing
Signs you need it
You can see gaps where interior walls meet the attic floor, or daylight coming through around plumbing and electrical penetrations.
What it costs in Irving
Top plate and penetration sealing in Irving runs $1.50 to $3.00 per linear foot when done as part of an insulation job, or $1,200 to $3,000 as a standalone scope.
How we do it
We open the attic hatch, locate every top plate and penetration, and apply a foam or caulk seal to each gap, then verify with a blower-door reading.
Attic Hatch Sealing
Signs you need it
Your attic hatch is uninsulated, warped, or gapped, and you feel a draft in the hallway below it.
What it costs in Irving
Attic hatch sealing in Irving runs $200 to $500 depending on whether we build a new insulated hatch or seal and weatherstrip the existing one.
How we do it
We install an insulated, weatherstripped hatch cover that fits the opening, and document the finished seal with photos.
What Attic Air Sealing Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Top plate and penetration sealing (per linear ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Standalone air sealing (1,500 sq ft home) | $1,200 - $3,000 |
| Attic hatch sealing | $200 - $500 |
Can you air-seal an attic without replacing insulation in Irving?
Yes. Air sealing is its own scope and works regardless of how much insulation is already up there. We often seal an attic one week and insulate later when the budget allows. Call (218) 261-7714 for a written price on sealing alone.
How do I know if my Irving attic is leaky?
A blower-door test answers it in one figure. We pressurize the house and measure CFM50; before-and-after readings from Irving ranch homes routinely show 30 to 50 percent reductions after sealing. Request a free estimate and we will explain the test.
Wall Insulation in Irving
Wall insulation in Irving is the work most people do not know they need until a thermal image shows where the heat is coming through. On a 1950s slab ranch near MacArthur Boulevard, the exterior walls are often empty cavities, or filled with original batts that have slumped and left gaps at the top of every stud bay. Injection foam and drill-and-fill both fix it without tearing out drywall. The full method breakdown is on our Wall Insulation hub.
Injection Foam Wall Insulation
Signs you need it
Your walls are warm to the touch in summer, cold in winter, and the house cools unevenly room to room.
What it costs in Irving
Injection foam wall insulation in Irving runs $3.00 to $6.00 per square foot of wall area, with most single-story ranch homes landing between $4,000 and $9,000.
How we do it
We drill small access holes in each stud bay, inject the foam under controlled pressure, and patch the holes to match the existing finish.
Drill & Fill Wall Insulation
Signs you need it
You have uninsulated wall cavities and prefer a lower-cost fill material, or you are treating a specific room rather than the whole house.
What it costs in Irving
Drill and fill with cellulose or fiberglass in Irving runs $2.00 to $4.00 per square foot of wall area.
How we do it
We drill each stud bay, blow the fill material to the specified density, and patch the access points cleanly.
What Wall Insulation Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Injection foam (per sq ft of wall) | $3.00 - $6.00 |
| Drill and fill (per sq ft of wall) | $2.00 - $4.00 |
| Whole-house wall insulation (1,500 sq ft ranch) | $4,000 - $9,000 |
Can you insulate walls without tearing out drywall in Irving?
Yes. Injection foam and drill-and-fill both go in through small access holes in each stud bay. We patch them afterward so the wall is ready for paint. Call (218) 261-7714 for a written estimate on your wall area.
Do Irving ranch homes have any wall insulation at all?
Many do not, or what they have has slumped. 1950s and 1960s slab ranches in Irving were often built with no wall insulation at all, which is why thermal imaging is part of every energy audit we run. Free second opinions on any written estimate are available.
Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing in Irving
Attic cleaning and rodent proofing in Irving addresses a problem that is common in the city’s older ranch homes: squirrels and rats in the shallow, accessible attic spaces off Story Road and MacArthur Boulevard. Rodents nest in old cellulose, chew wiring, and contaminate insulation to the point that re-insulation is required. We clean, sanitize, and seal the entry points so the problem does not return. The full process is on our Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing hub.
Attic Cleanout
Signs you need it
You see droppings, nesting material, or chewed insulation when you open the attic hatch, or you have heard animals in the attic at night.
What it costs in Irving
Attic cleanout in Irving runs $1,200 to $3,500 depending on attic size, contamination level, and whether insulation removal is required.
How we do it
We remove all contaminated material, vacuum the attic floor, and document the cleaned space before any new insulation or sealing goes in.
Rodent Proofing & Exclusion
Signs you need it
You have recurring rodent activity in the attic despite trapping, or you can see gaps at roof intersections, soffits, or gable vents.
What it costs in Irving
Rodent proofing and exclusion in Irving runs $800 to $2,500 depending on how many entry points need sealing and what materials are required.
How we do it
We locate every entry point, install one-way exits where needed, and seal the gaps with steel mesh, foam, or both, then photograph the work.
What Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Attic cleanout | $1,200 - $3,500 |
| Rodent proofing and exclusion | $800 - $2,500 |
| Full cleanout, proofing, and re-insulation | $3,500 - $7,500 |
Do I need to replace insulation after rodent removal in Irving?
Usually, yes. Rodent urine and droppings contaminate insulation, and no amount of cleaning restores it. We remove the affected material and replace it as part of the same scope. Call (218) 261-7714 for a written assessment.
How do you keep squirrels out of an Irving attic?
We seal every entry point, not just the obvious one. Squirrels in Irving use roof intersections, soffit gaps, and gable vents; exclusion means closing all of them with materials they cannot chew through. Estimates are free.
Home Energy Audit in Irving
A home energy audit in Irving gives you the documented evidence behind every insulation decision: a blower-door number that shows how much air your house is losing, a thermal image of where the heat is moving, and a written scope of what to fix in what order. On a 1960s ranch home off Story Road, the audit usually finds the attic is the biggest leak and the walls are second. We publish the before-and-after numbers on every applicable job. Full detail is on our Home Energy Audit hub.
Blower Door Test
Signs you need it
You want a single number that tells you how leaky your whole house is, before and after sealing work.
What it costs in Irving
A standalone blower-door test in Irving runs $300 to $600, or it is included with a full home energy audit.
How we do it
We mount the blower door in an exterior door frame, depressurize the house, measure CFM50, and record the result in your written report.
Thermal Imaging Inspection
Signs you need it
You have rooms that are consistently hotter or colder than the rest of the house and want to see exactly where the heat is moving.
What it costs in Irving
A thermal imaging inspection in Irving runs $200 to $400 when bundled with an audit, or $400 to $700 as a standalone diagnostic.
How we do it
We scan every wall, ceiling, and floor plane with an infrared camera and annotate the images in a report you keep.
What Home Energy Audit Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Full home energy audit (incl. blower door) | $600 - $1,200 |
| Blower-door test (standalone) | $300 - $600 |
| Thermal imaging (standalone) | $400 - $700 |
What does a blower-door test tell me about my Irving home?
It gives you one number, CFM50, that represents how much air your house leaks at a standard pressure. Irving ranch homes commonly test between 3,000 and 6,000 CFM50 before sealing and half that after. Call (218) 261-7714 to schedule a test.
Do you include the audit report in writing?
Yes, every audit closes with a written report that includes the blower-door numbers, thermal images, and a scoped list of recommendations. You keep the documentation whether or not you hire us for the fixes. Free second opinions on any written estimate are available.
Brands We Service in Irving
We install and service Owens Corning, Johns Manville, and Rockwool products in Irving, stocking common attic and wall materials locally for same-week starts. Parts and material availability are the difference between a one-week job and a three-week job. More detail is on our brands page.
Pricing for Insulation in Irving, TX
| Service | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Open-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $2.50 - $4.50 |
| Closed-cell spray foam (per board foot) | $4.50 - $7.50 |
| Full attic spray foam (1,500 sq ft home) | $2,800 - $5,500 |
| Blown-in cellulose (per sq ft) | $1.50 - $3.00 |
| Full attic blow-in (1,500 sq ft home) | $2,200 - $4,500 |
| Attic radiant barrier (per sq ft) | $0.80 - $2.50 |
| Attic insulation removal (per sq ft) | $1.00 - $2.50 |
| Attic air sealing (standalone, 1,500 sq ft) | $1,200 - $3,000 |
| Injection foam wall insulation (per sq ft) | $3.00 - $6.00 |
| Rodent proofing and exclusion | $800 - $2,500 |
Prices in Irving push higher when the attic is shallow and access is tight, when contamination requires containment, or when a roof deck in Las Colinas has irregular geometry that slows the foam application. What never changes is the written price before any work starts, the written warranty before anyone lifts a tool, and the photo record when the crew leaves.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Irving
We work across Irving, from the postwar ranch blocks around Story Road and MacArthur Boulevard to the Las Colinas commercial and multifamily corridors. Our crews dispatch from the Dallas-Fort Worth office and typically reach any Irving job within 60 to 90 minutes for scheduled work or same-day emergency response.
- North Irving
- West Irving
- Las Colinas
- MacArthur Boulevard corridor
- Story Road area
Service Area - Cities Near Irving
We serve the full DFW metro from the same dispatch office that covers Irving, so the same written-price standard and blower-door documentation apply in Dallas, TX, Mesquite, TX, Grand Prairie, TX, and Richardson, TX.
Serving Irving, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Irving area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Insulation in Irving
Same day, in most cases. A live person answers calls 24/7 at (218) 261-7714, and our crews dispatch from the Dallas-Fort Worth office with a typical Irving arrival of 60 to 90 minutes for urgent work. Scheduled estimates are usually available within a few days.
Most attic insulation, air sealing, and wall insulation work in Irving does not require a building permit, but certain structural or electrical scope changes do. We check the current Irving requirements for your specific job before work starts and include any needed documentation in your written scope.
We will read any competing written estimate with you and tell you if it is realistic for the scope described. That is the Free Second Opinion offer, and it is available to every Irving homeowner regardless of whether you hire us. Call (218) 261-7714 to set it up.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local insulation pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, typically within 1-hour.
- 4You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
What Irving Customers Say
"Two other companies quoted to blow more insulation on top of what was there. These were the only ones who said the existing material had to come out first, and explained why."
- Clifford E."Fixed price, clean work, and they hauled the old material away as agreed."
- Todd M."They photographed rodent damage in the old insulation that we had no idea about, and priced the exclusion work separately so we could decide."
- Harriet N.