Spray Foam Insulation in San Francisco, CA

Find top-rated spray foam contractors and save up to 27% on energy bills

Compare 11 verified spray foam insulation contractors serving San Francisco, California, backed by 1,148 customer reviews averaging 4.9★. Whether you're insulating a new build, retrofitting an existing home, or upgrading attic and crawl-space insulation, these pre-screened San Francisco contractors handle both open-cell and closed-cell spray foam. Homeowners here typically cut energy bills by around 27% — get free quotes and read verified reviews below.

💰 Estimated Energy Savings in San Francisco

27%
Average Energy Savings
Typical range: 22% - 32%
$1,134
Estimated Annual Savings
Based on $350/month average energy cost
5 years
Average Payback Period
Return on investment timeline

Note: Actual savings vary based on home size, current insulation, energy rates, and climate conditions. These estimates are based on Department of Energy data for Hot-Dry.

Verified Contractors in San Francisco

Recent Reviews:

SBC Construction★★★★★8 months ago

I had the pleasure of working with USA Spray Me on a recent residential project, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. They handled the entire insulation process for one of my houses, including both spraying and installation. From start to finish, the team was professional, courteous, and highly skilled. The quality of their work is outstanding. They showed great attention to detail, completed everything on schedule, and made sure the job was done right. What really stood out to me was how respectful and friendly the entire crew was throughout the process. Communication was smooth, and they were always willing to answer questions and explain each step along the way. After the job was done, they cleaned everything up thoroughly, leaving the site spotless. It’s clear that they take pride not only in the quality of their work, but also in providing excellent customer service. The workers are truly professionals, and it shows in both their attitude and results. I highly recommend USA Spray Me to anyone in need of insulation services. Great people, excellent workmanship, and a company you can trust. I will definitely be using them again for future projects.

Nina Lang★★★★★3 months ago

USA Spray Me is the best blown-in insulation company I’ve worked with. They helped me add extra insulation to my old house, and the whole process was quick and hassle-free. The team was friendly and explained everything before they started. My home stays warmer now and my energy bills dropped. Highly recommend!

Kim Mulle★★★★★3 weeks ago

We hired USA Spray Me for our sprayed roofing project. The crew arrived on time, worked efficiently, and left everything spotless. The new coating looks fantastic and has already made a noticeable difference in temperature control.

5⭐
57 Google reviews

Recent Reviews:

Pulkita Aggarwal★★★★★4 months ago

Jorge and team were exceptional to work with. The removed our old insulation, sealed the attic and added new fiberglass insulation, explained each and every step and went great lengths to do rodent proofing. And all it took was few hours. Jorge also came few months later to fix some of the gaps that the HVAC crew left in our attic. I highly recommend Ideal Attic for your insulation needs. Their price was the lowest as well among all other quotes.

Charlotte★★★★★a week ago

I feel very fortunate to have found Ideal Attic Insulation to work on the attic and crawlspace of our newly purchased home. From the start, Jorge came to provide a free inspection, and he was extremely professional and thorough. He personally went into the attic and crawled into the crawlspace to check every detail. After his inspection, he gave us a very fair estimate with a clearly written and complete scope of work. We also requested quotes from other companies, but it became clear that Ideal Attic Insulation—and especially Jorge—was the most professional, responsible, and knowledgeable. Jorge even helped us connect with other reliable handymen for additional repairs we needed around the house, which we truly appreciated. Once our plumbing repairs were completed, we scheduled the attic and crawlspace work. Jorge’s team handled the attic cleaning, sealing, rodent-proofing and new insulation installation. In the crawlspace, they performed a full cleaning, rodent-proofing, and installed a new vapor barrier. The scheduling was quick, and everything was completed within three days. The workmanship was excellent—clean, organized, and very professional. We really trust Jorge and appreciate his honesty, experience, and dedication. I highly recommend Ideal Attic Insulation to anyone looking for attic or crawlspace services. We will definitely continue using this company in the future. Highly recommended!

Tony & Diana Andrade★★★★★2 months ago

Jorge is the best. My wife and I had contacted 4 companies, and by far Ideal Attic Insulation was the winner. With us it wasn't all about price, but quality, knowledge of the trade and experience. We had our old insulation removed when we replaced our roof. Yes, like lot of us when your roof is compromised you have issues with rodents. Once our roof was completed, we set our appointment with Jorge. He came out the following afternoon, and boy was it hot. He inspected our entire attic and came up with a game plan to vacuum and sanitizing our entire attic space. He took a lot of pictures and shared areas of concern with us. We had the roofer's comeback out and tighten up area that may have been able to be compromised. once these areas were tightened up Jorge sent out his crew to install mess wire and stray foam around vent pipes, etc. Jorges recommended we wait a few weeks to install the insulation to see if there were any signs of rodents. After a few weeks and weekly inspections by Jorge and his crew, there were no signs of pests. They installed the insulation, and we could not be happier. We highly recommend Ideal Attic Insulation. Don't waste your time looking for other insulation companies call ideal Attic Insulation and know you made the right decision.

5⭐
47 Google reviews

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Astounding Construction Inc★★★★★a year ago

As a contractor you're always looking for the best supplier of insulation, someone who can provide you with competitive prices, hardwood and quality. Vortex insulation is the best option! Their office manager Mike made everything so easy and the owner Luis and his team installed it all right away and perfect. These guys are the best insulation company in the whole Bay Area!

Lucy Finn★★★★★3 months ago

These guys are the best! Extremely quick service and a true dedication to their customers. I had a complicated request about exposed beams and they worked nights and weekends to make my vision come to life and stick to their original date. Would recommend them 5,000%. Great value, great quality, great service!

Carolina Pantoja★★★★★5 months ago

We hired Vortex for a ceiling and wall insulation. The service provided by Vortex was excellent, fast and their employees were very respectful and professional. Price was very reasonable. We recommend this company for any insulation needs. Overall experience was good. Customer service at all levels was excellent. We give this company 10 plus stars.

5⭐
2 Google reviews

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Martha Rojas★★★★★11 months ago

4.9⭐
550 Google reviews

Recent Reviews:

Udit Khanna★★★★★2 months ago

Highly recommend this company to anyone looking to have their attic cleaned up and re-insulated. We were dealing with HVAC running constantly and still unable to cool down the house effectively. Oumar visited for an initial inspection and came back with a bunch of photos from the attic. He walked us through all the various options we could benefit from, and left us with a competitive quote, without ever being pushy. On the day of service, Dani and his team were extremely professional in their job. They took care of a bunch of rodent mess in the attic and sealed a lot of rodent entry points. They took care of every small task I asked them to do, and left the whole house cleaner than they started with. Attaching some before and after photos for reference. Even though the HVAC still runs constantly, at least it is able to keep up with the heat and bring temperatures down. Just go for them!

Vijay Karthik★★★★★4 months ago

Attic Elite team has done a tremendous job at our place. Looking at the before and after picture clearly justifies the amount of effort they had to put in to get things done. They cleaned up the attic and crawl space really well and worked their way with ducts and insulation in the best possible manner. Omar is really helpful in understanding our needs and gave us the best estimate in market which we couldn't refuse. Highly recommend to consult the team for their best services.

DooYoung Jung★★★★★2 months ago

We hired Attic Elite to clean and rodent-proof our church attic, and overall we are very pleased with the experience. Although the crew arrived later than expected, they stayed until the job was done and made sure everything was completed properly. Our attic had been in poor condition for a long time—it was very dirty, dusty, and there were several openings that needed to be sealed. The team worked hard despite the difficult environment. They cleaned thoroughly, removed all the mess, and sealed the holes with care to ensure rodents won’t be able to get back in. It was not an easy project, but they handled it professionally and left the attic in excellent shape. Now our church can use the space with peace of mind, and we really appreciate their effort and attention to detail. Thank you, Attic Elite, for helping us restore and protect our church attic!

4.8⭐
367 Google reviews

Recent Reviews:

Soren Patel★★★★★a month ago

I recently had Atticare come out to clean and insulate both my attic and crawlspace, and I can’t say enough good things about the experience! Sean was my technician — super friendly, on time, and clearly knew his stuff. He showed me photos before and after, explained everything in plain English, and made sure I understood exactly what was being done.

Jimmy Galeota★★★★★in the last week

I recently had Atticare come out to my house last year to remove old insulation and then lay down new insulation along with rodent proofing the attic. A little over a year later Rats were still getting into my Attic and even though my warranty had expired Attic care was nice enough to send out their engineer Kyle to address the issue. Kyle spent several hours at my house today to do a thorough inspection and rodent proofing of any access areas were the rats might be getting into my attic. Kyle also repaired my air ducts the rats were chewing, cleaned up the attic of any droppings and completely sanitized. Very happy with the follow up work Kyle was able to complete today.

Patrick R★★★★★2 months ago

I recently used Atticare for my home in Pasadena, and I can honestly say it was one of the best home service experiences I’ve ever had. The team showed up right on time, explained the process in detail, and got to work right away. They removed the old insulation, cleaned and sanitized the attic, and installed fresh insulation that made my home feel instantly more comfortable. What impressed me most was how thorough and professional they were. They didn’t just do the job—they also sealed entry points and made sure my attic was protected for the long term. It’s such a relief to know my home is cleaner, safer, and more energy efficient. I highly recommend Atticare 5 stars all the way!

4.8⭐
41 Google reviews

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Kari Farinas★★★★★5 months ago

My husband and I are impressed with their responsiveness to all my questions and quality of their work. We did not have insulation in the house and needed it installed asap in our exterior walls due to miserable overheating in the house. They took good precautions to cover the floors and furniture, took their time to do the job right, finished everything in the estimated time frame, and took care when cleaning up. They just left and we already feel the difference in temperature. We are very happy and totally recommend this company!

Kapil Mullapudi★★★★★3 months ago

Excellent work by Miquan and his team! They completed attic insulation, spray foam for my loft, and full duct replacement. Miquan was very knowledgeable, took time to explain what my house needed, and was always prompt with responses. The team was extremely professional throughout the project - respectful of my home, arrived on time, and maintained a clean work area. They actually finished the job ahead of the promised timeline, which was a pleasant surprise. Quality workmanship throughout and I’m already seeing improved comfort and energy efficiency. Highly recommend for insulation and ductwork services.

Varun Nagaraja★★★★★3 years ago

I had a great experience working with Johnson's insulation. They cleaned out our dusty attic, sealed all the air gaps, covered up areas to prevent pests and finally install the insulation. They were also very clean while working by covering up the walls and hallway .

4.4⭐
9 Google reviews

Recent Reviews:

Dennis Mangan★★★★★9 months ago

On time, knowledgeable and friendly. Clean installation of attic insulation. Would recommend them.

Emilio Heredia★★★★★2 years ago

It was a pleasure working with Richard and his crew. They worked diligently and got the job done on time. I would highly recommend Coast.

Mimi McMahon★★★★★a year ago

Transparent and fair pricing. Easy to schedule and prompt! Randy & Kerry (sp?) were fantastic and took pride and care in their work and it really showed. They were efficient, clean, kind, and overall really a pleasure! Strongly recommend!!

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Frequently Asked Questions — Spray Foam Insulation in San Francisco

These are the questions San Francisco homeowners ask most about spray foam cost, R-value, and open- vs. closed-cell foam — with context for local pricing and roughly 27% typical energy savings. Compare the 11 verified San Francisco contractors above for exact quotes.

Does spray foam insulation work well in hot dry climates like San Francisco?▼
Yes — spray foam is highly effective in hot dry climates like San Francisco, CA. While moisture control is less of a concern than in humid climates, the air sealing properties are critical for keeping hot desert air out and cooled air in. In extreme heat climates, an unsealed attic can reach 150°F+, dramatically increasing AC load. Spray foam in the attic can reduce attic temperatures by 30–40°F.
What is the best area of my home to insulate in San Francisco?▼
In hot dry climates like San Francisco, CA, the attic is typically the highest-impact area to spray foam insulate. Desert sun heats roofs to extreme temperatures, and an uninsulated attic transfers that heat directly into your living space. After the attic, crawl spaces and rim joists are the next highest-impact areas. A local contractor can perform an energy audit to identify where your home loses the most conditioned air.
Is spray foam insulation worth the cost?▼
For most homeowners, yes. Spray foam creates an air-tight seal that traditional insulation cannot match, reducing energy bills by 15–35% annually. It also adds structural rigidity, acts as a moisture and vapor barrier, reduces outside noise, and can increase home resale value. The higher upfront cost compared to fiberglass is typically recovered within 3–7 years. One important note: because spray foam creates a very tight building envelope, proper mechanical ventilation is important to maintain healthy indoor air quality and prevent interior moisture buildup. This is typically handled by an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) — a system that brings fresh outside air in while pushing stale air out, recovering the energy from the outgoing air so you don't waste what you paid to heat or cool — or a Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV), which works similarly but is optimized for cold climates. A qualified contractor will assess whether your home needs ventilation upgrades as part of the installation.
How much does spray foam insulation cost in San Francisco, CA?▼
In San Francisco, CA and the surrounding area, spray foam insulation typically costs $1.00–$3.00 per square foot installed, depending on the type and your home's specifics. Open-cell foam runs $0.44–$0.65 per board foot, while closed-cell foam costs $1.00–$2.00 per board foot. A typical 2,000 sq ft home attic in San Francisco costs $2,000–$6,000. Most San Francisco homeowners recoup this investment within 3–7 years through energy savings of 15–35% annually.
What is the difference between open-cell and closed-cell spray foam?▼
Open-cell spray foam is softer, less dense, and less expensive. It expands significantly and is ideal for interior walls, attics, and soundproofing. Closed-cell spray foam is denser, stronger, and provides a moisture barrier — making it better for exterior applications, crawl spaces, and areas prone to flooding or humidity. Closed-cell also has a higher R-value per inch (R-6 to R-7 vs R-3.5 to R-4 for open-cell). One key difference: open-cell foam allows some vapor movement, while closed-cell acts as a vapor barrier — an important consideration for your home's ventilation needs.
How long does spray foam insulation last?▼
Spray foam insulation is one of the most durable insulation options available, with a lifespan of 80+ years when properly installed. Unlike fiberglass batting which can sag and settle over time, spray foam maintains its shape and insulating properties indefinitely. It will typically outlast the building it is installed in.
How do I find a qualified spray foam insulation contractor in San Francisco, CA?▼
When searching for a spray foam contractor in San Francisco, CA, look for ones who are licensed, insured, and have verifiable reviews. Spray foam requires specialized equipment and training — improper installation can cause off-gassing, adhesion failure, or fire hazards. Ask for references, verify their insurance, and get at least 2–3 quotes. A qualified San Francisco contractor will also assess your home's ventilation needs — a tightly sealed spray foam installation requires adequate mechanical ventilation to prevent moisture and indoor air quality issues. FoamMatch pre-screens all listed contractors in San Francisco for licensing and insurance so you can compare verified professionals in your area.
How long does spray foam installation take?▼
Most residential spray foam jobs take 1–2 days depending on the size of the area. A standard attic takes 4–8 hours. After spraying, the foam cures within 24 hours, though most contractors recommend waiting 24–72 hours before occupying the space due to off-gassing during the curing process.
Does spray foam insulation need to be replaced?▼
No — spray foam insulation does not need to be replaced under normal circumstances. Unlike fiberglass insulation which degrades over time, spray foam maintains its R-value and air sealing properties for the life of the building. The only reasons to remove or replace spray foam are water damage, renovation work, or improper original installation.