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Construction Estimate Calculator

Build a line-item construction cost estimate.

How It Works

Subtotal = Material + Labor. Contingency = Subtotal × % ÷ 100. Total = Subtotal + Contingency.

Example

$40,000 material + $25,000 labor at 10% contingency: $65,000 + $6,500 = $71,500.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is contingency?

A buffer for unknowns like hidden conditions and price changes — usually 5–15% of the hard costs.

Is contingency part of the budget?

Yes, but it should be released only as justified by actual conditions, not spent by default.

Does this include profit?

No — add overhead, profit, or markup on top of this estimate.

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