Basic
$1.29 – $3.22 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), fastened to the wall, seams taped

Supply and install rigid foam board (EPS/XPS/polyiso, ~1-2 in) on walls, basement or foundation, taped and fastened, materials and labor.
Foam Board Insulation in Detroit, Michigan typically costs $1.52 to $3.79 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 Detroit are 2.0% higher than the national average for foam board insulation.
National average: $1.50 – $3.75 per sq ft
$1.29 – $3.22 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), fastened to the wall, seams taped
$1.52 – $3.79 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), adhesive and fasteners, staggered joints, seams taped
$1.90 – $4.74 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), adhesive and fasteners, staggered joints, seams taped, edges and penetrations sealed with foam
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.65 – $1.67 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.57 – $1.38 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.18 – $0.45 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.12 – $0.30 | sq ft |

Cut edge of grey graphite EPS rigid foam insulation board showing bead structure
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Foil-faced rigid foam board fastened over roof framing with wood battens
Labor costs in Detroit run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local foam board insulation contractors in Detroit for personalized quotes based on your specific project.