Basic
$9.80 – $20 per sq ft
6-1/2 in. EPS-core panels (about R-22) with 7/16 in. OSB skins, spline joints and sealant at the seams

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Structural insulated panels (SIPs) supplied and erected for walls, per sq ft of wall.
Insulated Panels in Des Moines, Iowa typically costs $12 to $23 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Des Moines are 3.0% lower than the national average for insulated panels.
National average: $12 – $24 per sq ft
$9.80 – $20 per sq ft
6-1/2 in. EPS-core panels (about R-22) with 7/16 in. OSB skins, spline joints and sealant at the seams
$12 – $23 per sq ft
6-1/2 in. EPS-core panels (about R-22) with 7/16 in. OSB skins, spline joints, sealant and panel tape at all seams
$14 – $29 per sq ft
6-1/2 in. EPS-core panels (about R-22) with 7/16 in. OSB skins, spline joints, sealant and panel tape at all seams, plates and corners foam-sealed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $5.08 – $10 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $4.20 – $8.40 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $1.35 – $2.71 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.90 – $1.80 | sq ft |
Structural insulated panel with OSB facings and an EPS foam core
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Find a pro to do thisSmall house built with structural insulated panels and timber cladding
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Find a pro to do thisStacks of prefabricated structural insulated wall panels at a factory
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Find a pro to do thisLabor costs in Des Moines run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
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