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Free Project Cost Calculator — Estimate Jobs & Quotes
Build a client-ready quote in minutes. Add labor hours, materials, subcontractors, overhead, contingency and profit margin to see the recommended price.
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Why people use this calculator
- Labor, materials, overhead and profit in one estimate
- Add contingency to protect against scope creep
- See recommended price and effective hourly rate
- Free, no signup, export-ready results
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OpenFrequently asked questions
›How much contingency should I add?
10–15% is typical for well-defined projects. 20–30% is safer for exploratory work.
›What profit margin should I use?
Freelancers often target 20–30%. Agencies may run 10–20% on large projects.
›Does this include taxes?
No — add tax on top of the recommended price depending on your jurisdiction.
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