Basic
$152 – $346 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 Providence, Rhode Island typically costs $178 to $408 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Providence are 4.0% higher than the national average for boardup window.
National average: $175 – $400 each
$152 – $346 each
1/2 in. exterior plywood cut to the opening and screwed to the exterior frame
$178 – $408 each
5/8 in. exterior plywood cut to fit, screwed to framing at close spacing, edges trimmed tight
$223 – $510 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 | $77 – $175 | each |
| Labor | labor | $68 – $155 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $20 – $47 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $14 – $31 | 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 Providence run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
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