For construction professionals, staying informed about insulation batts price is crucial for accurate bidding and maintaining profit margins. In 2025, the cost of insulation batts in Boston ranges from $0.81 to $1.95 per square foot installed, depending on the material and R-Value. CountBricks offers real-time material feeds and AI-driven estimates to ensure projects remain on budget and schedule.
• Fiberglass is cost-effective, but higher-density options can increase costs by 20-30%.
• Mineral wool offers superior fire resistance and acoustics, commanding a premium price.
• Eco-friendly options like recycled cotton and wool can double baseline pricing.
Higher R-Values mean thicker or denser batts, adding 15-25% to material costs in Boston.
Regional demand, freight distances, and local codes affect insulation batts price. CountBricks provides live supplier feeds for up-to-date pricing.
Larger orders receive discounts, while peak season orders may incur surcharges. CountBricks helps identify cost-effective purchase windows.
• Fiberglass R-13: $0.81 – $0.97 per square foot installed
• Fiberglass R-21: $1.05 – $1.28 per square foot installed
• Mineral Wool R-23: $1.60 – $1.95 per square foot installed
These figures include labor, fasteners, and common waste factors. Source: CountBricks live supplier dashboard, Q2 2025.
Traditional estimating methods are often inaccurate. CountBricks offers:
• Real-time material pricing integrated into estimates
• AI-driven voice workflows for site measurements
• Automatic labor mapping based on current rates
• Quick generation of branded quotes and invoices
1. Open the CountBricks app and start a new project.
2. Use voice notes for room dimensions; AI converts them to square footage.
3. Select batt type to see the latest prices.
4. Review labor hours calculated by the platform.
5. Adjust markup and generate a polished PDF quote.
• Prioritize air sealing to enhance batt performance.
• Upsell higher R-Values in attics for quick payback.
• Use hangers to prevent sagging in ceilings.
• Avoid over-compressing batts to maintain insulation value.
• Set AI alerts for price dips to reorder efficiently.
A design-build firm used CountBricks to reduce insulation costs from $21,400 to $17,750, saving 17% without compromising R-Value. The project finished two weeks early due to optimized deliveries.
High-performance batts reduce energy loads, allowing for smaller HVAC systems and lower utility bills. CountBricks' energy-savings calculator helps present a comprehensive value proposition.
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Real-time pricing is effective when combined with insights. CountBricks aggregates data to help you buy insulation batts at optimal times.
• Weekly dashboards show price shifts over 3%, allowing proactive changes.
• Geo-specific notifications provide negotiation leverage with distributors.
CountBricks suggests combined orders for bulk discounts, maximizing savings.
CountBricks forecasts labor rates based on past installs, reducing schedule buffers by 12% on average.
GreenLine Homes reduced bid variance from 9% to below 2% using CountBricks, saving $38,000 in the first year.
1. Schedule an onboarding call at CountBricks.com
2. Sync suppliers or use CountBricks' material feed.
3. Upload blueprints for AI validation.
4. Activate Smart Alerts for price changes.
CountBricks empowers you to present fixed-cost quotes with confidence, enhancing client trust and protecting profits.
