Project cost calculator

Total budget from materials, labor, contingency and tax.

How it works

The total budget is materials, labor and other costs, plus a contingency and tax. No currency is assumed; enter every value in the same one.

How to measure

Get quantities from the other tools on this site and multiply by local prices.

Tips

Get at least three written quotes.
Keep a bigger contingency for older homes (hidden wiring, moisture).
Tie payments to completed stages of work.

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