Basic
$144 – $328 each
1/2 in. exterior plywood cut to the opening and screwed to the exterior frame

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Emergency board-up of one standard residential window opening with exterior plywood.
Boardup Window in Atlanta, Georgia typically costs $169 to $386 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Atlanta are 5.0% lower than the national average for boardup window.
National average: $175 – $400 each
$144 – $328 each
1/2 in. exterior plywood cut to the opening and screwed to the exterior frame
$169 – $386 each
5/8 in. exterior plywood cut to fit, screwed to framing at close spacing, edges trimmed tight
$211 – $483 each
3/4 in. exterior plywood with 2x4 strongbacks and through-bolts for security, cut for a tight fit
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $79 – $180 | each |
| Labor | labor | $55 – $126 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $21 – $48 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $14 – $32 | each |
Circular saw cutting plywood to window size
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Find a pro to do thisPlywood panel screwed over a window opening
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Find a pro to do thisMaterial costs in Atlanta run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
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