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Select a calculator below to get started. Each calculator uses industry-standard formulas and includes waste factors.
Home Addition Cost Calculator
ProjectLive low–likely–high cost ranges for ground-floor, second-story, sunroom, ADU, and bump-out additions. Pick type, foundation, finish, HVAC, region; toggle bath/kitchen/panel. Itemized soft costs (design, permits, contingency) with all-in total.
Bathroom Remodel Calculator
ProjectOne materials list across drywall, paint, flooring, and wall tile — surface overlaps handled automatically. A great starting point for a full bathroom remodel.
Kitchen Remodel Calculator
ProjectOne materials list across drywall, paint, flooring, and backsplash tile — backsplash vs paint overlap handled automatically. A great starting point for a full kitchen remodel.
Basement Remodel Calculator
ProjectLive cost ranges + materials list for finishing a basement — pick scope, size, finish, region; toggle bath, egress window, sewage ejector, wet bar. IRC R310 / R317.1 / R305.1 callouts inline.
Garage Conversion Calculator
ProjectLive cost ranges for bonus-room → habitable → full ADU garage conversions. Garage-door infill, mini-split, slab leveling, egress, foundation, and service-upgrade adders. IRC R302.6 / R310 / NEC 220.83 callouts inline.
Attic Conversion Calculator
ProjectLive cost ranges for bonus-room → habitable → full ADU attic conversions. Permanent stair, joist sister, small / full-width shed dormer, egress dormer, mini-split, and spray-foam adders. IRC R301.5 / R305.1 / R310 / R806.5 callouts inline.
Laundry Room Remodel Calculator
ProjectLive cost ranges + plumbing & electrical adders — pick typology, finish, floor level; toggle new rough-in, dryer circuit, drain pan, smart leak detection. IRC P2706 / NEC 210.8 / IRC M1502 callouts inline.
Concrete Calculator
FoundationCalculate concrete volume and material requirements for slabs, footings, and foundations.
Deck Stain Calculator
ExteriorEstimate deck stain requirements based on deck size and wood type.
Drywall Calculator
InteriorCalculate drywall sheets needed, disposal weight, and material estimates.
Drywall Screw Calculator
InteriorQuickly estimate drywall screw quantities needed for your project.
Exterior Paint Calculator
ExteriorEstimate paint requirements for exterior walls, siding, and trim.
Fence Calculator
ExteriorCalculate fencing materials including posts, rails, and pickets.
Flooring Calculator
InteriorEstimate flooring materials for tile, hardwood, laminate, and vinyl plank.
Carpet Calculator
InteriorBroadloom sq yd with roll-width seam plan, pad rolls, tackless strip, and stair runner.
Interior Paint Calculator
InteriorCalculate interior paint requirements for walls, ceilings, and trim.
Mulch Calculator
LandscapingEstimate mulch volume and bags needed for landscaping projects.
Landscape Material Calculator
LandscapingCubic yards, tons, and bags for gravel, crushed stone, sand, decomposed granite, river rock, lava rock, topsoil, riprap, and landscape boulders. ASTM D448 / AASHTO M43 / NCSA R-class.
Gravel Calculator
LandscapingCubic yards, tons, and bags for #57, #67, #8, crusher run / DGA / ABC stone, pea gravel, river rock, RCA, lava rock — with material-specific densities and AASHTO/TxDOT compaction multipliers built in.
Sand Calculator
LandscapingCubic yards, tons, and 50-lb bag count for ASTM C33 concrete sand, C144 mason sand, play sand, fill sand, and manufactured M-sand — with compaction, wet-weight, and regional naming (torpedo / sharp / bank sand) built in.
Roofing & Shingle Calculator
ExteriorCalculate roofing squares, shingle bundles, underlayment, and ridge caps — asphalt, architectural, and 3-tab shingles with pitch-adjusted waste.
Siding Calculator
ExteriorEstimate siding materials for exterior wall coverage.
Lap Siding Calculator
ExteriorGeneric lap siding calculator — LP SmartSide, wood bevel / clapboard, and vinyl. Boards, trim, and fasteners with even coursing adjustment.
HardiePlank Calculator
ExteriorJames Hardie HardiePlank takeoff by HardieZone (HZ5/HZ10) — boards, HardieTrim, kickout & butt-joint flashing, fasteners, sealant, HardieWrap.
Gutter Calculator
ExteriorSize aluminum, copper, galvanized, or vinyl gutters — LF, downspouts, hangers, elbows, miters, straps & expansion joints. Per SMACNA, IRC R903.4, AAMA 1405.1.
Backsplash Tile Calculator
InteriorCalculate tiles, grout, thinset, and trim for ceramic, porcelain, glass, marble, and mosaic backsplash projects.
Tile Calculator
Tile & MasonryFloor, wall, or full shower. Tiles, thin-set bags by trowel, grout (TCNA formula), waterproofing membrane, leveling clips, and TCNA EJ171 movement joints.
Insulation Calculator
EnvelopeCalculate bags, board feet, or sheets for blown-in fiberglass, cellulose, spray foam, batts, and rigid foam. IECC 2021 code check by climate zone.
Floor Mud Calculator
Tile & MasonryCalculate mortar bed volume, bags, and cement/sand for shower floors, pre-slope layers, and flat floor beds. Correct center-drain geometry formula.
Mortar / Thinset Calculator
Tile & MasonryAuto-pick the right ANSI mortar class (A118.1/.4/.11/.15/.3 or A136.1 mastic) for substrate and tile size, then get bag count by trowel notch. NTCA / TCNA / ANSI A108.
Brick Calculator
Tile & MasonryBricks, mortar bags, ties, weep holes, paver base & polymeric sand, and firebox firebrick — across veneer, multi-wythe, thin brick, pavers, and firebox. BIA TN 10 / IRC R703.8 / ICPI Tech Spec 2.
Retaining Wall Calculator
Tile & MasonryBlocks, caps, adhesive, base & drainage stone, drain pipe, geogrid, rebar, timber, boulders, or gabion baskets for SRW, poured concrete, CMU, timber, boulder, or gabion walls. NCMA / IRC R404.4.
Trim & Baseboards Calculator
InteriorEstimate baseboard, crown, casing, chair rail, and shoe — linear feet, stick counts, fasteners, caulk, and crown compound-miter angles. WMMPA WM/LWM profiles.
Wallpaper Calculator
InteriorBolts (double-rolls), single-roll equivalents, strips, paste, and primer — with pattern repeat and half-drop match math. Per ASTM F793, IBC §803, and major install guides.
Window Calculator
ExteriorPer-opening IRC R310 egress, R308 safety glazing, IECC U-factor compliance by climate zone, flashing materials, and §25C tax-credit status (with OBBBA sunset).
Stud Wall Framing Calculator
InteriorSize studs, plates, headers, cripples, and fasteners for 2x4 and 2x6 wood-frame walls — straight from 2021 IRC R602.3, R602.7 header spans, R602.7.5 king-stud counts, and R602.3(1) nailing.
Spray Foam Calculator
InteriorBoard-feet take-off, DIY kit count, R-value, vapor retarder class, and IECC / R806.5 / R702.7 compliance flags for open-cell and closed-cell SPF. ASTM C1029 / C518 / E96, ASHRAE 62.2 ventilation.
HVAC BTU / Manual J Calculator
InteriorCooling + heating BTU, AC tonnage, furnace size at AFUE, heat-pump balance point + supplemental kW, blower CFM, ASHRAE 62.2 ventilation. Per ACCA Manual J / Manual S 2023, ASHRAE 1%/99%, DOE 2023.
Stucco Calculator
Exterior3-coat / 2-coat / 1-coat portland cement stucco take-off — bags per coat, metal lath, weep screed, casing bead, control joints, Grade D paper. Per 2021 IRC R703.7 + ASTM C926 / C1063.
Garage Door Calculator
ExteriorDoor weight, torsion spring IPPT, lift cables, hinge / roller / strut count, opener HP, headroom, and wind / HVHZ / CA SB 969 compliance flags. Per DASMA 102/108/115, UL 325, 2021 IRC R309.4 / R602.7, FBC §1620 / §1626.
Kitchen Cabinets Calculator
InteriorCabinet count, doors, drawers, hinges, slides, knobs, pulls, panels, trim, and install cost by tier — RTA, stock, semi-custom, custom. ANSI/KCMA & NKBA standards.
Bathroom Cabinets Calculator
InteriorVanity, sink cutout, plumbing rough-in, linen tower, medicine cabinet, mirror, and install cost. Powder, full, and primary baths. ANSI/KCMA, NKBA, ICC A117.1, IRC 2021.
Countertop Calculator
InteriorNet square feet, slab count, edge linear feet, seams, weight, and cost — granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, butcher block, solid surface, laminate, concrete. NSI, ANSI/ISFA, NKBA standards.
Interior Doors Calculator
InteriorPer-door rough openings, hinge counts, locksets, and specialty hardware (pocket / barn / bifold / bypass / French / Dutch) with IRC code flags. Casing LF feeds the trim calculator.
Deck Calculator
ExteriorCode-compliant deck framing, decking, footings, ledger fasteners, stairs, and railing — pulled directly from 2021 IRC R507 tables and AWC DCA 6. Trex / TimberTech / AZEK / Fiberon / Deckorators boards.
Stairs Calculator
InteriorCode-compliant risers, treads, stringers, handrail, balusters & newels per 2021 IRC R311.7 (R318.7 in 2024 IRC) and AWC DCA 6 stringer span limits. Six configurations: straight, L, U, winder, spiral, curved.
Paver & Patio Calculator
ExteriorPavers, base aggregate, bedding sand, polymeric sand, edge restraint & sealer for sand-set, mortar-set, pedestal & PICP installs. Concrete, brick, bluestone, travertine, granite, porcelain. ICPI Tech Spec 2/3/18.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about using our free construction material calculators.
How accurate are these calculators?
Our calculators use industry-standard formulas and include typical waste factors recommended by manufacturers and trade associations. Results are estimates — actual material needs may vary based on site conditions, installer technique, and product-specific coverage rates. Always verify with your supplier before purchasing.
Do I need to create an account to use the calculators?
No account is needed for any of the free calculators. All tools are free to use.
What is the waste factor and why does it matter?
A waste factor accounts for cuts, breakage, and installation error. For example, tile layouts typically add 10–15% to cover cuts around edges and obstacles. Skipping a waste factor often means running short mid-project, which can result in dye-lot mismatches or costly delays.
Can I use these calculators on my phone?
Yes. Every calculator is fully responsive and works on phones and tablets. Many contractors use them on-site to generate quick estimates before ordering materials.
How do I get a detailed cost estimate?
Enter unit costs directly into the calculator to get an automatic material cost total alongside your quantity estimate.
Building Code & Climate Guides
Cited references on the codes and climate-zone requirements that shape every calculator on this site.
Climate Zone 5: R-Value Requirements (2021 IECC)
Cool Climate Zone 5 R-value minimums for Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan, Illinois, Iowa, and the Pacific Northwest interior under the 2021 IECC.
FBC 8th Edition (2023), effective Dec 31, 2023Florida HVHZ Roofing Requirements
Florida HVHZ wind-zone roofing rules: shingle ratings, fastener schedules, NOA approval, and underlayment per FBC 8th Edition (2023) and Miami-Dade County.
2025 Title 24 Part 6 (effective Jan 1, 2026)California Title 24 Part 6: Envelope Requirements
California Title 24 Part 6 envelope, cool-roof, and prescriptive insulation requirements by climate zone for residential — 2025 cycle effective Jan 1, 2026.
780 CMR 10th Edition (sole effect since June 30, 2025) + 225 CMR 22 (Stretch) / 225 CMR 23 (Specialized)Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code
Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code envelope, HERS, and electrification requirements for residential construction in opt-in municipalities.
Learn from the Experts
Industry-standard guides with no marketing fluff. Professional techniques, measurements, and specifications.
How to Measure Your Room
Step-by-step guide to accurately measure walls, calculate square footage, and account for openings. Professional measurement techniques.
When You Need Primer
Industry guidelines on primer requirements with no marketing BS. Learn when primer is required, optional, or unnecessary.
Choosing the Right Paint Sheen
Complete comparison of flat, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss finishes with room-by-room recommendations.
Complete Interior Painting Guide
Professional start-to-finish painting guide covering planning, prep, application, and finishing. Industry standards throughout.
All guides based on industry standards from ACI, NWFA, PDCA, PCA, MPI, NRCA and more