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Insulation Calculator

Enter the wall or ceiling area, target R-value, and framing details to estimate the batt insulation you need.

Most pros add 10% for cuts, breakage, and overage.

Estimate

No drip sequence. The estimate lands in your inbox and in VertaFlow so I can turn it into a real quote if you want one.

How to use the insulation calculator

  1. Enter the area to insulate and your target R-value.
  2. Pick the insulation type, stud size, and spacing.
  3. Read the coverage estimate and add waste for trimming.

Questions

What R-value do I need?

It depends on climate zone and the assembly. R-13 to R-15 is common for 2×4 walls and R-19 to R-21 for 2×6 walls.

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