Housewrap
Enhance Your Home's Durability and Energy Efficiency with Housewrap: The Ultimate Resource [2026]
Housewrap typically costs $247 to $329 per sq ft as of 2026. Final pricing depends on material quality, project scope, local labor rates, and site conditions. Use our free calculator below for a personalized estimate.
Housewrap
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Pricing Region
Quality Level
Estimated Total Cost
200 sq ft • Standard Quality • National average pricing
Estimates are approximate and vary by location, project scope, and current market conditions. Contact a local contractor for an accurate quote.
Housewrap Cost Breakdown
| Component | Category | Low | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $111 | $148 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $86 | $115 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $30 | $39 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $20 | $26 | sq ft |
What Is Housewrap?
Enhance Your Home's Durability and Energy Efficiency with Housewrap: The Ultimate Resource [2026]
What Affects Housewrap Costs?
Key Cost Factors
- Materials ($110.97-$147.91/sq ft)
- Labor ($86.31-$115.04/sq ft)
- Supplies & Other ($246.60-$328.68/sq ft)
- Equipment & Disposal ($246.60-$328.68/sq ft)
Tips to Save Money
- Get at least 3 competitive quotes from licensed contractors
- Check contractor licenses and insurance before hiring
- Ask for itemized quotes to compare apples-to-apples
- Schedule work during the contractor's slow season for better rates
- Ask about package pricing when combining multiple related tasks
- Read recent reviews and ask for references from similar projects
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Carpentry and Building Construction — Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 2: Exterior Walls — U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Jan 2026, Editorial Staff
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System — Journal of Light Construction, Jan 2026, George Weissgerber
- Home Improvement 1 2 3 — Homer, TLC, Jan 2026, Editorial Staff, ISBN 696213273
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Staff
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Siding — Home Depot, Jan 2026, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Builders Warehouse Siding — Builders Warehouse, Jan 2026, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Architectural Depot Siding — Architectural Depot, Jan 2026, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Direct Source for Online Decking and Siding — IPE Depot, Jan 2026, Website
- Labor Wages and Costs: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for Housewrap — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
- Labor Cost Benchmarks: Employer Costs for Employee Compensation for Housewrap — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
- Material Cost Benchmarks: Producer Price Index data relevant to Housewrap — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
- Project Spending Data: Improving America’s Housing for Housewrap — Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, Jan 2026, Website
- Residential Construction and Remodeling Spending data relevant to Housewrap — U.S. Census Bureau, Jan 2026, Website
- Project Cost Benchmarking: homeowner project budgeting and planning guidance for Housewrap — This Old House, Jan 2026, Website
- Labor Wages and Costs: Unit pricing guidance for Housewrap — Journal of Light Construction, Jan 2026, Website
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