Basic
$1.53 – $3.63 per sq ft
25-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened with fasteners matched to the substrate
Install metal hat (furring) channel at 16-24 inch centers on masonry, framing or ceilings to receive drywall, priced per sq ft of surface.
Furring Channel in Fresno, California typically costs $1.80 to $4.27 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 Fresno are 8.0% higher than the national average for furring channel.
National average: $1.69 – $4 per sq ft
$1.53 – $3.63 per sq ft
25-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened with fasteners matched to the substrate
$1.80 – $4.27 per sq ft
20-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened and shimmed flat
$2.26 – $5.34 per sq ft
20-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center shimmed to a flat plane, extra channel at board ends and openings
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.80 – $1.89 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.65 – $1.54 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.21 – $0.50 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.15 – $0.34 | sq ft |
Labor costs in Fresno run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local furring channel contractors in Fresno for personalized quotes based on your specific project.