Contractor & job-cost calculators
Build a job cost, mark it up to a bid, and never forget the hidden cost of labor. These tools help trades quote accurately and protect margin on every job.
A winning bid that loses money usually missed two things: the true cost of labor and a realistic markup. Use the Labor Burden Calculator to find what an employee really costs per hour above their wage, then assemble the job with the Contractor Bid & Job Cost Calculator and apply margin (not just markup). The material calculators below turn measurements into quantities and cost so your estimates hold up.
Common decisions
- What should I bid to hit my margin? → Contractor Bid & Job Cost
- What does an employee really cost per hour? → Labor Burden
- How much material do I need? → Concrete, Roofing, Deck, Drywall, Paint, Flooring
- How big is the area? → Square Footage
Calculators in this guide
Contractor Bid & Job Cost Calculator
contractor bid calculator.
Labor Burden & Employee Cost Calculator
labor burden calculator.
Square Footage Calculator
square footage calculator.
Concrete Calculator
concrete calculator.
Roofing Cost Calculator
roofing cost calculator.
Deck Cost Calculator
deck cost calculator.
Drywall Calculator
drywall calculator.
Paint Calculator
paint calculator.
Flooring Calculator
flooring calculator.
Tile Calculator
tile calculator.
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Estimates for general guidance, not professional advice. See how we calculate & review.