Basic
$1.61 – $3.81 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 Portland, Oregon typically costs $1.89 to $4.48 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 Portland are 15.0% higher than the national average for furring channel.
National average: $1.69 – $4 per sq ft
$1.61 – $3.81 per sq ft
25-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened with fasteners matched to the substrate
$1.89 – $4.48 per sq ft
20-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened and shimmed flat
$2.37 – $5.60 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 | $0.74 – $1.75 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.21 – $0.50 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.15 – $0.34 | sq ft |
Labor costs in Portland run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local furring channel contractors in Portland for personalized quotes based on your specific project.