Basic
$1.46 – $3.65 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), fastened to the wall, seams taped

Supply and install rigid foam board (EPS/XPS/polyiso, ~1-2 in) on walls, basement or foundation, taped and fastened, materials and labor.
Foam Board Insulation in Seattle, Washington typically costs $1.72 to $4.29 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 Seattle are 19.0% higher than the national average for foam board insulation.
National average: $1.50 – $3.75 per sq ft
$1.46 – $3.65 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), fastened to the wall, seams taped
$1.72 – $4.29 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), adhesive and fasteners, staggered joints, seams taped
$2.15 – $5.37 per sq ft
1-1/2 in. XPS rigid foam board (about R-7.5), adhesive and fasteners, staggered joints, seams taped, edges and penetrations sealed with foam
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.69 – $1.76 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.72 – $1.76 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.19 – $0.47 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.12 – $0.31 | sq ft |

Cut edge of grey graphite EPS rigid foam insulation board showing bead structure
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Foil-faced rigid foam board fastened over roof framing with wood battens
Labor costs in Seattle run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local foam board insulation contractors in Seattle for personalized quotes based on your specific project.