Basic
$176 – $402 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 Honolulu, Hawaii typically costs $207 to $473 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Honolulu are 21.0% higher than the national average for boardup window.
National average: $175 – $400 each
$176 – $402 each
1/2 in. exterior plywood cut to the opening and screwed to the exterior frame
$207 – $473 each
5/8 in. exterior plywood cut to fit, screwed to framing at close spacing, edges trimmed tight
$259 – $592 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 | $88 – $202 | each |
| Labor | labor | $79 – $182 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $24 – $54 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $16 – $36 | 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 thisLabor costs in Honolulu run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
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