Closed-cell foam is the high-performance choice for crawlspaces, exterior walls, pole barns, and any application where you need both insulation AND a moisture barrier. Winter heating bills? Closed-cell solves it.
Closed-cell spray foam is denser than open-cell — about 4x heavier per cubic foot. That density gives it three properties open-cell can't match:
For Idaho Falls homes, closed-cell is the right choice for:
Closed-cell foam runs $1.50–$3.00 per board foot installed in ID (one board foot = 1 sq ft × 1 inch thick). A typical 1,500 sq ft crawlspace encapsulation runs $5,000–$8,000. Pole barn jobs vary widely based on size and ceiling height — most run $3,500–$12,000.