Interactive Tools

Stop guessing. Use concrete math to protect your margins.

Concrete Volume Calculator

Calculate cubic yards needed for a slab, including a waste factor.

Related: Accurate Estimating, Material Escalation Clauses, Site Prep.

Equipment Depreciation (Straight Line)

Calculate annual depreciation expense for a piece of owned equipment to include in your overhead.

Related: Financial Structuring, Inland Marine Insurance.

Overhead Allocation Rate

Determine what percentage to add to direct job costs to cover annual overhead.

Related: Estimating Overhead, WIP Schedules.

Material Escalation Estimator

Calculate the impact of a price spike on a fixed-price contract if you lack an escalation clause.

Related: Bidding, Management.

Schedule Delay Cost

Calculate the daily cost of a project delay (Liquidated Damages + Overhead).

Related: Contracts, Schedule Management.

Change Order Markup

Calculate the required price for a change order to maintain margin.

Related: Change Orders, Bidding.

Subcontractor Bond Premium

Estimate the cost of requiring a sub to provide a performance bond.

Related: Insurance, Sub Management.

Break-Even Analysis

Calculate revenue needed to cover fixed costs.

Related: Bidding, Financials.

Lumber Waste Estimator

Calculate board feet needed including typical waste factors.

Related: Estimating, Management.