HOW MUCH DOES AN OPEN CELL SPRAY FOAM INSTALLATION COST?
A spray foam insulation application is considered to be more expensive than most conventional insulation; however open cell spray foam insulation cannot be compared to conventional insulation. A spray foam insulation system actually air seals the building and eliminates energy robbing air leakage and the associated problems with moisture, mold and mildew, and condensation problems inside the walls. When calculating the actual cost, one need to consider the possible need to downsize the HVAC systems, eliminate building wraps, and eliminate a significant portion of the material and labor costs associated with an air sealing approach. It is erroneous to compare the cost of loose fill insulation to that of the open cell spray foam system offered by Foresite. The invested premium to upgrade from standard fiberglass system to an upgraded spray foam installation is more expensive but the upfront costs typically pay for themselves in energy savings within three years.
