Basic
$0.43 – $1.30 per sq ft
Single-sided perforated foil stapled to the underside of the rafters, foil facing down, seams overlapped

Foil radiant barrier stapled in an accessible attic, material and labor.
Radiant Barrier Insulation in Providence, Rhode Island typically costs $0.51 to $1.53 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 Providence are 4.0% higher than the national average for radiant barrier insulation.
National average: $0.50 – $1.50 per sq ft
$0.43 – $1.30 per sq ft
Single-sided perforated foil stapled to the underside of the rafters, foil facing down, seams overlapped
$0.51 – $1.53 per sq ft
Double-sided reinforced perforated foil stapled across the rafters, seams overlapped, kept clear of soffit and ridge vents
$0.63 – $1.91 per sq ft
Heavier woven-reinforced double-sided foil stapled across the rafters, seams taped, clean gap at the ridge for venting
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.24 – $0.65 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.17 – $0.59 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.05 – $0.17 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.05 – $0.12 | sq ft |

Attic with foil radiant barrier on the roof deck above blown-in insulation
Photo: Jason Dale · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Source
Labor costs in Providence run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local radiant barrier insulation contractors in Providence for personalized quotes based on your specific project.