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$356 – $978 each
Square cellular PVC column wrap about 8-10 ft around the existing post, simple base and cap trim, caulked
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Install one decorative porch or entry column (PVC, fiberglass or wood wrap, about 8-10 ft) with base and capital, around or replacing an existing post.
Install Ornamental Columns in Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $419 to $1,151 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Washington are 5.0% higher than the national average for install ornamental columns.
National average: $400 – $1,100 each
$356 – $978 each
Square cellular PVC column wrap about 8-10 ft around the existing post, simple base and cap trim, caulked
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Find a pro to do this$419 – $1,151 each
Square PVC column wrap about 8-10 ft with raised-panel faces and molded base and capital, caulked and ready for paint
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Find a pro to do this$523 – $1,439 each
Round tapered PVC column wrap about 8-10 ft with smooth shaft and classical base and capital, set plumb and caulked
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Find a pro to do this| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $189 – $520 | each |
| Labor | labor | $146 – $400 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $50 – $139 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $34 – $92 | each |
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