Insulation Workers

Quick Facts: Insulation Workers
2020 Median Pay$45,820 per year $22.03 per hour
Typical Entry-Level EducationSee How to Become One
Work Experience in a Related OccupationNone
On-the-job TrainingSee How to Become One

How much do Mechanical Insulators make?

National estimates for Insulation Workers, Mechanical:

Percentile10%50% (Median)
Hourly Wage$ 15.78$ 24.05
Annual Wage (2)$ 32,830$ 50,030

How much do duct insulators make?

Pipe Insulator Salary

Annual SalaryWeekly Pay
Top Earners$52,500$1,009
75th Percentile$43,000$826
Average$38,490$740
25th Percentile$31,500$605

Is insulation work hard?

The work tends to be physically challenging, requiring bending in tight spaces, and it’s not for the claustrophobic. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.9 percent employment growth for insulation contractors between 2019 and 2029. In that period, an estimated 1,800 jobs should open up.

How much does it cost to wrap ductwork?

Ductwork Installation Costs

ItemCost
Insulated duct wrap- 60′ roll$40
Vents$6-25 per vent
Installation Labor$800-$1,680
Materials and labor$1,000-$5,000

Is there a trade union for heat and Frost Insulators?

The International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers (HFIAW or Insulators) is a trade union in the United States and Canada. Our skilled union insulators are trained in Mechanical Insulation, Firestopping, Asbestos & Lead Mitigation Sound Attenuation, Specialty Fabrication.

Where can I find Union insulators union office?

Visit our online directory to find and contact the local union offices closest to you in the United States & Canada. Today’s union insulator is skilled at a multitude of construction trades required for mechanical insulation installations… Properly installed insulation saves money, improves lives, and protects the environment…

What kind of trades do insulators work in?

Insulators are trained and skilled at a multitude of construction trades including: mechanical insulation, firestopping, asbestos and lead mitigation, sound attenuation and specialty fabrications.