Key Takeaways
- CyanBuild's AI reads insulation plans and wall and roof area automatically.
- Price with your local $35-65/hr rates — no spreadsheet.
- Typical Insulation costs: $1.20-2.50/SF/batt insulation, $2.50-5.00/SF/spray foam, $2.00-4.00/SF/rigid board.
- Visual proof per item means a defensible, reviewable estimate.
How CyanBuild handles Insulation takeoff
Insulation takeoff covers batt, blown, rigid, and spray assemblies by area or thickness for walls, roofs, and mechanical systems. CyanBuild detects and counts wall and roof area and other insulation elements from your PDF, measures areas and runs, and lets you price each line with local rates.
Insulation cost reference
| Item | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Batt insulation | $1.20-2.50/SF | |
| Spray foam | $2.50-5.00/SF | |
| Rigid board | $2.00-4.00/SF |
Common Insulation tasks
- Wall and roof area
- Mechanical/duct insulation
- Vapor and air sealing
- R-value compliance
Materials CyanBuild tracks for Insulation
- Fiberglass batt
- Spray foam
- Rigid board
- Blown cellulose
- Vapor retarder
- Tape and sealants
Insulation takeoff: manual vs CyanBuild
| Capability | Manual takeoff | CyanBuild AI |
|---|---|---|
| Wall and roof area | Count/measure by hand | Detected and counted |
| Pricing with your rates | Spreadsheet | Built in |
| Cross-trade rollup | Separate files | One estimate |
| Audit trail | Paper or PDF | Visual proof per item |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CyanBuild handle Insulation takeoff?
Upload your Insulation plans as PDF. CyanBuild's AI detects and counts wall and roof area and other insulation elements, measures areas and runs, and hands you a reviewable takeoff you can price with your local $35-65/hr rates.
What does Insulation work cost?
Typical Insulation ranges: $1.20-2.50/SF for batt insulation; $2.50-5.00/SF for spray foam; $2.00-4.00/SF for rigid board. Labor runs about $35-65/hr (insulators).
What materials are included in a Insulation takeoff?
Common Insulation materials: Fiberglass batt, Spray foam, Rigid board, Blown cellulose, Vapor retarder, Tape and sealants.
Can CyanBuild estimate Insulation labor and materials separately?
Yes. Insulation takeoff separates material quantities from labor hours so you can price each with your own rates and review the build-up line by line.
Is there Insulation-specific estimating software?
Yes — see our Insulation estimating software page for the estimating workflow, and the how-to-estimate guide for a step-by-step Insulation cost build-up.